Teaching and Learning through E-Learning

My Guiding Principles & Standards for E-Learning 1. Maintaining Personal-Professional Boundaries in Media Use  In my professional practice in Canada, I set clear boundaries between personal and professional life online. I only use employer-approved platforms (like Google Workspace, Hapara, or Brightspace) to communicate with students and families. I have separate accounts for personal social media and avoid posting anything student-related on public platforms. I never store student information on personal devices and ensure that any use of media in the classroom has consent and is securely shared. For professional safety, I also avoid private messaging with students and always document digital interactions. These practices reflect the OCT’s Standards of Care, Trust, and Respect. 2. Privacy Considerations in Education Technology  As outlined in "A Guide to Privacy in Ontario Schools," educators must protect student data by limiting personal identifiers, using secure networ...