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Hello
to all members of ETEC 523. I am a bit late in starting but so looking forward to this course talking with all of you.

As my media skills are not great, I hope I can rely on your patience and, help when needed. please.

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WHY this course

My healthcare background as Nurse Clinician and Liaison for Nunavik

(Northern Quebec) brings unique challenges and wonderful learning
experiences. I work exclusively with the Inuit of Nunavik and as such am
privileged to enjoy an in-depth view of Inuit life and culture.

One of my recent projects was a combination of McGill U. and the Douglas
Mental Health Institute where our research on Inuit Resilience and
Empowerment was published by Springer earlier this year.

A significant Part of ongoing strategy is use of VR in mental health. This is still being
developed. alongside other interventions. My experience with VR in this
context also reinforces my understanding and learning of the inherent VR
power and impact upon the brain and neurological effects depending of
course, on the design of the VR program.

The ultimate goal of these studies is a development of a tool which can
address Inuit Suicide in the north, particularly among young Inuit and
how communities are deeply impacted.

BIO
I have a B.ScN , M.Sc Strategic HR Development and Training ( UK,
London) and more recently graduated with a M.Ed ALGC.(UBC)

Our family”s global experiences have nurtured and supported my
studies as did the context of the program.
We have lived and worked in France, Sweden, Singapore ( plus travel in
SE Asia, Australia and 3 +years in West Africa with shorter bursts in
NY, South America ( Columbia and Brazil).

I think that VR and Educational technology cross all perceived borders
in a seamless way but can leave large footprints. Remaining cognisant of this
fact is an important benchmark in the design and use of VR or any Ed.Tech. method.

Personal
Love books, wine, art, travel, language learning, cooking and design, My
daughter and her friend run a blog from Stockholm (Sweden) called
Krydhyllor ( Spice rack) which shares stories and recipes from friends
and colleagues worldwide who presently live, study and work in Stockholm
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Music, classical guitar and art are other favorites as is walking in
the forests in Northern Sweden where we have a old family wooden home
which is constantly in need of TLC.Until I banged my knee I was a passionate tennis player.

I look forward to learning and sharing with all of you

Best Wishes, Joy

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