Anna Ayoung-Stoute
A3: MicroLib
Continuing professional development (CPD) can be challenging for librarians due to budget restraints or job responsibilities. Therefore, participating in learning activities to enhance their skills or knowledge can be challenging. MicroLib is a microlearning app specifically designed for librarians. The app provides micro-courses that they take at their own pace. By completing the micro-course, they […]
Microlearning for Higher Education Students
Microlearning is the concept of providing bite-sized information to support and enhance student learning. The expansion of microlearning in higher education allows for on-demand learning. Students have access to resources when they need them and on the go via their devices. It increases their retention of information since they learn at their own pace and […]
Week 7: Microlearning for Higher Education Students
Microlearning delivers short bursts of content for learners to study at their convenience. It is dominant in the corporate industry; however, it is expanding into higher education. We selected this area as students have returned to school seeking a new career or wanting to upskill during the pandemic. We are interested in what impact microlearning […]
Grammarly-Analyst Report
Grammarly is an AI-writing assistant tool that has gained popularity over the years, particularly within higher education. Some professors see the tool’s benefits and encourage their students to use the various functions when writing papers. I use Grammarly when writing long essays and get a third party to proofread. Here is the link to the […]
Kai Frazier-Founder and CEO of Kai XR
Description: Kai XR ( founded 2018) is an interactive adventure where kids move their devices such as tablets, or smartphones, or VR headsets to discover 360˚ of action. However, the product is accessible on all devices including laptops and desktops. Using Exploration Mode, each Kai XR field trip becomes a virtual experiential learning activity where kids […]
Mursion: VR for Teachers and Students
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Bonjour from Montreal- It’s Cold
I am glad to see some familiar faces. Along with this course, I am also in ETEC 580 directed study project working with faculty members from Islamic Studies at UoT on an eCampus Ontario project. After this semester, I will have 2 courses remaining in the MET program. I am a librarian by profession and […]