Tools and Trends

One convenient location for comprehensive, up-to-date information on technology providers, Canadian researchers, journals, associations and more!

Books and articles for those interested in the expansion and improvement of online learning.

This series shares thoughtful conversations with the people doing the thinking and writing and invites our readers into the dialogue.

For many instructors, the question is simple: How can I use AI in my classroom today — and do so responsibly? This series provides practical answers.

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Resources and strategies on pedagogy, student support, engagement and retention

New models, frameworks and approaches having a long-term impact on teaching and learning online

All things “open” from innovations at open universities, MOOCs, OERs to open textbooks

New and innovative designs to enhance teaching and learning online

Integrating online, open and distance education into government policy and institutional plans

Game changing developments in tools and resources for learning and strategies to apply them

Strategies to ensure the quality of courses, programs and assessments