Thank you everyone for joining #ETUGSpring2023 ! Here are photos from the event :) flickr.com/photos/6164279…

I recently had the opportunity to present at the @ETUG Spring Conference. The conference was an excellent platform for thought provoking conversations about future-proofing learning design. 📢 You can access slides and other resources at etug.ca/2023/04/25/spr…

Over the past few months, I have been working to support blended learning in Trades and Applied Technology. For ‘Tops Tips’ on designing a blended learning course see Life in an Apprenticeship: Teaching and Learning in a Digital World.   wordpress.viu.ca/lifeisanappren…  VIU

British Columbia and Yukon are the most diverse areas of #Canada in terms of geologic history, physiography, climate, biological species, and land use. These influence the #soils of these regions. Learn more in this #GroundedInSoils blog post: wp.me/pclOv9-bf

My heartfelt gratitude goes out to the IED 322 Instructional Delivery class for a fantastic week of teaching and learning. Your enthusiasm, active participation, curiosity, resilience, and growth throughout this course made it a truly wonderful experience. VIU #viutat

I’m on my way to the 2023 Canadian Society of Soil Science Annual Meeting in Truro, NS! Can’t wait to dig into the fascinating world of digital soil data and mapping. #CSSS2023 #TruroBound

Just attended enlightening sessions on soil health at the Canadian Society of Soil Science! 🌱🌍 Feeling inspired and ready to make a positive impact. Also, the swag is on point—this stress squishy lobster is the ultimate desk buddy! 🦞 #CSSS2023 #SoilScience #Inspired #Dalhousie

Cultiv8 program at Dalhousie University’s Agricultural campus in Truro! 🌾🌱 It’s a entrepreneurial initiative advancing food security through multidisciplinary research, student drive, community engagement, and experiential teaching. #Cultiv8 #FoodSecurity

Appreciating the Truro Old Normal College! 🏛️ From 1855 to 1870, it served as a centre for teacher training, shaping generations of educators. Today, it’s a stunning library, continuing its history of education. #Truro #History #Heritage #teachereducation

My friend and collaborator Jon Dron has written a great new book - How Education Works: Teaching, Technology and Technique available for purchase or free download from AU Press. This book has been long in gestation, but worth the wait, don't miss it! aupress.ca/books/120320-h…

Taking inspiration from Dalhousie’s ‘Seeding Ideas’ on the agricultural campus, it’s a wonderful concept to promote sustainability and foster a sense of community through shared seeds. Let’s sow the seeds of innovation and growth! 🌿 #VIU #Sustainability #SeedLibrary

🌱 Checkout the BSSS soil science boxes initiative to influence communities and future generations of scientists. What an excellent conversation starter about food security, soil health, and climate! 🌍 #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #soil #soilscience

📚 Add this to your summer reading list! 🌞 Innovating Pedagogy 2023 report is out. Collaboratively authored by OU/IET and colleagues at the University of Cape Town. lnkd.in/e4X_eD-k

🌞 #SummerFun this week touring Vancouver Island’s climate-adaptive cactus and succulent gardens and growers. 🌵 🌞🌵 #CactusLove #Succulents #victoriacactussociety #valleysucculents

Can’t visit Duncan without a stop at Volume One Bookstore! 😍 Excited to see my sketches on their bookmarks – thanks for the encouragement to keep on doodling no matter how busy life gets! 🎨 #ArtPassion #VolumeOneBookstore #DuncanAdventures

Back to school for me today! ☕ Soaking up the sun with iced coffee in hand while enjoying the ocean view on this beautiful campus. ☀️ I’m excited to co-facilitate the Team-Based Learning Institute with CIEL VIU, Aug 15-17. Still time to register (PIDP credit option)📚

Exciting news! Embarking on a two-year journey as a Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning Specialist at the CIEL to support teaching and learning institution wide. Ready to collaborate, facilitate, and learn alongside amazing colleagues. VIU

The CSSS 2024 Annual Conference will be held June 9-13, 2024 at Univ. of BC, Vancouver! The theme is “Soil Functions for Future Generations.” Call for sessions now open through Nov. 30. More: csss2024.landfood.ubc.ca

Instructors, do you need a boost to help you prepare for next semester? I invite you to read the latest VIU CIEL blog post, 'Spring Semester Start Tune-up,' for a seasonal approach to planning. lnkd.in/gfNmYP62 VIU VIU News Ciel [DALL-E]