Teaching and Learning through E-Learning

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Module Six Culminating Task - Infographic Literature and Resource Review Wellbeing in Practice: Literature Review X POST SEL and Wellness in an eLearning Classroom: A Literature Review Overview: Student well-being is foundational to success in eLearning. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provides the framework to promote identity, resilience, and healthy relationships in online spaces. Research from CASEL (2025) & Ontario Ministry of Education resources highlight the importance of fostering self-awareness, relationship skills, & responsible decision-making in digital contexts. Key Components 1. SEL Competencies in Online Learning Self-Awareness: Reflective journaling, online self-assessments Self-Management: Goal-setting with digital trackers, mindfulness breaks Social Awareness: Cross-cultural projects, empathy-building discussions Relationship Skills: Collaborative breakout rooms, peer mentoring online Responsible Decision-Making: Problem-based learn...

ECOO Education Computing Organization of Ontario X POST WAKELET Hey everyone, Digging through ECOO’s site, I landed on the Online Tools section and instantly felt like a kid in a candy shop. Two tools stood out for me: Digital Citizenship resources: I’ve always been a big believer in teaching kids not just how to use tech but how to use it responsibly. ECOO links well with things like fake news detection and online safety, which feels more important than ever with students learning across devices. AI in Education support series: ECOO has been running sessions about how AI is shifting classrooms, and honestly, that lines up with my own PD focus. I’m experimenting with how tools like ChatGPT can enhance inquiry projects instead of just shortcutting them. To keep myself organized, I pulled a couple of these resources into my Wakelet collections. I already had a set for social studies inquiry lessons, so I added digital citizenship modules there. I also started a ne...

ISTE (International Technology) X POST Guiding Principles ISTE.docx https://drive.google.com Hey team, So I went to check out the ISTE Standards community link and of course it’s down right now. Story of my life. When I need it most, it takes a digital vacation. Looking through the ISTE Standards though, I really like how they line up with our OCT chart. The Collaborator and Facilitator parts feel like home to me as an international teacher. Working across cultures, languages, and online platforms has made collaboration second nature. Equity is where the critical lens comes in. The standards sound great on paper, but do all students in my context really have equal access to devices, internet speeds, and digital literacy support? That’s a tougher question. It pushes me to design lessons that can run high-tech or low-tech depending on what students bring to the table. My biggest challenge is the Analyst role. Using data is important but it can also feel overwhelming with s...

TPACK - Holistic Approach to technology-enhanced learning X POST Hey Folks, So I tried to do my homework and check out the link for Designing with TPACK but it looks like the site is down. I even switched browsers, trying Chrome and DuckDuckGo, but no luck. If anyone managed to get it open you are officially more tech savvy than me this week. On to TPACK itself. I like how it breaks things into the big three Tech, Pedagogy, and Content and then smooshes them together into that Venn diagram sweet spot. What jumps out for me in an international school context is how equity fits right into the model. If your Tech knowledge is sharp but your students cannot access the devices or Internet consistently then that circle collapses fast. Equity in eLearning is basically making sure every kid has a fair shot at reaching that center space whether that means loaner devices, translation tools, or building lessons that work offline when needed. (Above photo borrowed from the Broc...

1. Review: the timeline I’m using. SEE TIMELINE That interactive learning theories timeline is a handy launchpad for planning blended and online lessons. It rounds up big hitters from behaviourism to constructivism and connectivism, with classroom-friendly blurbs and links you can open while planning. Bookmark it for quick refreshers on things like zpd, scaffolding, dual coding, working memory, and the forgetting curve . I'm also leaning on the research methods handbook when I'm choosing the right approach for online inquiry or action research in my class or staff PD. open, practical, and written for education folks.  Link 2. E xamples that fit my learners I teach across primary to senior and coach adults, so here’s my mix with links I actually use: Primary :   Play-based inquiry in literacy centers that spill into home corners online or in class. Ontario Kindergarten Program on play-based culture of inquiry:  LINK 1  &   LINK 2   Multi...

SAMR:  S ubstitution, A ugmentation, M odification, and R edefinition SOURCE FOR ABOVE PHOTO In education, SAMR stands for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. It is a framework created by Dr. Ruben Puentedura that helps educators evaluate how they are integrating technology into their teaching.  ___________________________________ X POST Hey, so I've been digging into this SAMR model stuff, and it's pretty cool how it breaks down tech integration without making it feel overwhelming. Back when I was with the OCSB in Ottawa, we were just starting to push more digital tools in the classroom, and now over here in Taiwan with Common Core, it's all about blending that into e-learning setups. Basically, SAMR stands for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition, and it's like a ladder for how tech can enhance or totally transform learning, especially online. In an e-learning environment, it starts simple with Substitution, w...

MY   WAKELET   BOOKMARKS FOR OER TWITTER A) Share the OER Resource One of the most accessible and impactful OER platforms is MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW). Since 2001, MIT has made thousands of course materials available online for free, covering engineering, science, humanities, economics, and more. It is considered one of the pioneering initiatives that sparked the global OER movement. Resource link: MIT OpenCourseWare B) Share an Additional Subject-Specific OER Site A strong subject-specific OER site is CK-12 Foundation. CK-12 offers free K-12 resources, especially in Math and Science, including digital textbooks (called FlexBooks), interactive simulations, and practice problems. Its goal is to increase access while reducing textbook costs for schools worldwide. Resource link: CK-12 Foundation Another subject-specific Canadian example is Carleton University’s CU Open repository, which includes modules on Children’s Rights, R for Biologists, and Physics E...

TED TALK X POST 1. Sugata Mitra’s Research (Hole in the Wall) Sugata Mitra’s Hole in the Wall experiment showed that children in a New Delhi slum, with no prior computer experience, taught themselves to browse, search, and explore knowledge once a computer was embedded in the wall. They self-organized their learning, helping each other make sense of new information. Later iterations emphasized the role of grannies; adults who provided encouragement, not direct instruction, reinforcing the idea of minimally invasive education . This demonstrates that with access, curiosity, and minimal guidance, learners can thrive independently, which has profound implications for both PD and student learning. 2. Self-Directed Professional Development The MindShare Learning article stresses that conventional PD (e.g., lunch-and-learns or mandated workshops) often fails to inspire authentic growth. Instead, teachers increasingly pursue self-directed PD , using online networks, webinars, and profes...

🌟 Welcome to Our E-Learning Classroom! 🌟 Dear Students & Families, I’m so excited to welcome you to our online classroom! This year, we’ll be learning together in a way that blends curiosity, technology & relationships. While we may not always share the same physical space, our digital classroom will be just as vibrant, engaging & supportive as any brick-and-mortar room. 💻 How We’ll Learn Our class combines asynchronous learning (activities, discussions, & resources you can explore at your own pace) with opportunities for synchronous connections (live sessions, check-ins, & group work). We’ll use Google Classroom as our main hub for lessons, assignments & resources. 🧠 Social & Emotional Wellness Learning isn’t just about academics; it’s about well-being, balance & joy. We’ll build in brain breaks, mindfulness activities, & SEL reflections so you feel supported not just as a learner, but as a whole person. 🔑 What You Can Expect Clear schedules ...

Experiential Inquiry Learning Task: Assessment & Evaluation in E-Learning X POST TWITTER TWEET 1. Top 5 E-Learning Assessment Tools & Strategies (Referencing the Ontario provincial LMS, D2L/Brightspace) 1. Rubrics within LMS: Built-in rubrics in D2L allow teachers to align tasks directly with the Achievement Chart’s four categories ( Knowledge, Thinking, Communication, Application ). Students receive transparent, criterion-based feedback rather than just grades. 2. Quizzes with Feedback Loops:   Online quizzes can provide immediate, descriptive feedback (a Growing Success principle) so students see what they know and what needs work before final evaluation. 3. Discussion Boards as Assessment for/as Learning:   Forums in the LMS allow teachers to track communication and thinking skills, while students learn to self-assess and peer-assess through structured prompts. 4. Digital Portfolios: Tools like ePortfolio in D2L collect multimodal evidence ( videos, image...

X POST If you’re writing a blog post about cross-curricular and blended learning with FNMI and STEAM connections, I’d point to two things: Link (ISTE Blog): AI in the Classroom; Moving Beyond Challenges to Innovation ; it’s fresh, practical, and connects directly to how tech can support multiple subjects. LINK Resource (Book): STEAM Power: Infusing Art Into Your STEM Curriculum by Tim Needles (ISTE, 2020). It’s approachable and has hands-on examples of how coding, robotics, art, and social studies can overlap. Both of these show how you can blend creativity, culture, and digital tools into curriculum in a way that’s meaningful. 2) Mindmap using Popplet (or similar) Center Bubble : Cross-Curricular Connections Science → “Environmental issues, ecosystems, energy, sustainability” Social Studies → “Treaties, land use, FNMI perspectives on land & stewardship” Language Arts → “Critical literacy, storytelling, vocabulary building” The Arts → “Digital art, code art, drama,...

X TWITTER POST TWEET 1) Reflect:  Ah, grab your coffee, mine's black with a splash of chaos, just like teaching on a Monday! That quote from the Ontario Native Literacy Coalition really hits home, doesn't it? It's like the Medicine Wheel is whispering, Hey, life isn't a straight line; it's a cosmic donut where everything connects! I love how it emphasizes balance and unity, reminding us that in education, we're not just cramming facts but nurturing the whole person, spirit, body, mind, emotions. From the resources about Dr. Nicole Bell, it's all about that interconnectedness, like how the four directions guide us from vision in the east to action in the north. In my classroom (or virtual one), it makes me pause and think: am I helping kids see the big picture, or just checking boxes? It's a gentle nudge to teach with harmony, not hierarchy. Makes you want to draw a circle on your whiteboard and say, "Class, let's roll with this!...

1) Review: Accessibility Rules for Educational Institutions: The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) sets out clear requirements for schools to reduce barriers & ensure equitable access. For us as teachers, that means making sure information, instruction, & tech tools are provided in accessible formats, whether through digital captioning, alternative formats, or physical classroom adjustments. 2) Review: SNOW (Special Needs Ontario Window): SNOW is such a great resource hub. It focuses on inclusive design & flexible digital tools that help students of all abilities access learning. I appreciate how it brings in low-tech options alongside high-tech ones, reminding us that accessibility can be as simple as a format change or as complex as adaptive software. 3) Add a Tool/Strategy: One assistive tool I’d recommend is Read&Write for Google. It supports students with dyslexia, ELL needs, or reading challenges by readi...