Online Learning News - May 2, 2018

Explore the Trends & Developments in Digital Learning Policy

Let’s Engage in a Much-Needed Worldwide Discussion on the Need for and Best Use of Digital Learning Policy highlights existing policies, options, challenges and examples of implementation that offer a foundation for discussion, debate and development of policies reflecting the unique needs of online learning.

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Open Educational Resources (OER): A Reality Check

Contact North | Contact Nord’s special series of 11 Insight Reports on the latest topics and trends in online and distance learning from leading experts around the world is now available on teachonline.ca. 

As the Open Educational Resources (OER) movement gains considerable attention and traction, we are left wondering what is the current state of OER? This Insight Report highlights what progress has been made and what challenges and barriers still remain.

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Searchable Directory of 65+ Open Universities Worldwide

Throughout the world, more than 65 open universities provide open and equal access to education. Open universities do not require any formal education or credentials to be admitted. They have a common commitment to open access to quality learning and student success.

Use the directory to search location, contact information, delivery modes, enrolment and more!

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New Additions!

Must-Read Books on Online Learning features books and articles that may be of interest to all those involved in the expansion and improvement of online learning.

For Faculty & Instructors 

Visual Design for Online Learning 

For Instructional Designers 

Designing Bots – Creating Conversational Experiences

For Policy Makers and Administrators 

Public Policy and Higher Education: Reframing Strategies for Preparation, Access, and College Success

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CNIE-RCIÉ 2018
Diversities of Learning and Learners: What’s in our Natures

May 15-17, 2018
Laurentian University, Sudbury, Ontario

This three-day conference explores the rich diversities of learning and those of our learners, with themes such as identity and education, sustainable environment, technology, and humanizing the learning experience.

Join education professionals and graduate students from K-12, post-secondary, private and government sectors, colleagues from across Canada and around the world.

Visit https://www3.laurentian.ca/cnie-rcie/ for more information and to register

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Advancing Learning Conference

May 23-25, 2018 - London, Ontario

Fanshawe College invites you to what will be an engaging and inspirational conference designed to promote and present the best in technology-enabled teaching and learning in the Ontario college system. Join with colleagues from May 23 to 25, 2018, at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, and learn first-hand from practicing educators about a host of topics related to educational technology, digital tools, digital learning environments, and student engagement.

Visit www.AdvancingLearning.ca/2018 for more information and to register.