ice breakers

Saying gidday to some classmates was where my etec522 experience began. Let’s see some examples.

Here is a conversation with Danielle from Ontario:

Hi Everyone! My name is Danielle and I live in London, Ontario, or as I often call it, Little London (although its not that little). I am a business teacher, currently teaching accounting at a rural school, and am excited to learn more about different ventures to take that knowledge back to the classroom. I […]

jiorns 8:32 am on September 6, 2013

Hi Dani,

All the best with your schedule. Two MET courses on top of work is a challenge, that’s for sure!
Janette

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Here is a conversation with Terri:

Hello -My name is Terri, and this is my ninth course in the MET Program. My professional background includes dietetics, technical writing, courseware development, instructional design, IT project management as well as business analysis. I currently work for a large software firm that allows me to dabble in all of the above, except dietetics of course! My interests center around virtual live classroom and e-learning initiatives. I especially enjoy the challenges and rewards of working on virtual teams dispersed across time zones. When I’m not working, you’ll generally find me enjoying the outdoors on the North Shore Mountains although I’d love to hike up Mount Cheam (Chilliwack) pictured below. As well, this fall I’m planning on taking up kayaking. Anyone have any suggestions for taking up this activity? Reading through the bios I’m thrilled to see that once again we’re a highly diversified group. I look forward to learning with you. – Terri

jiorns 8:12 pm on September 27, 2013

Hi Terri,
What ever happened to that band Chilliwack? I heard them in Calgary when I lived there and thought they were fab (long time ago now!). Great to hear of your diverse professional background. I work as an instructional designer and courseware developer in Australia. In various sectors, but not yet software. Are you designing learning for clients or employees?
Janette

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Here is a conversation with David Jackson:

What part of being North is so attractive to me you might ask. Well …it’s living in the superlative! The further North the more pristine, wild and invigorating. It’s just so cooool…(-40) and the people are so interesting. So I have been busy preparing. My car has been very unreliable, so I had to get […]

Hi David

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5:34 pm on September 5, 2013

• Hi Janette, I used to be your neighbour down south. My first 2 MET courses were done on NZ time. Where do you live? I’m back in Vancouver now. Looking forward to working with you this term. Cheers, Jen

  milenab 5:49 am on September 6, 2013

• Australia! A place on must must-see travel list.
  Great to meet you,
  Milena

• jiorns 8:38 am on September 6, 2013

  Jen, I am in Melbourne, Australia and moving to Sydney in a month’s time. I am an Aucklander originally. Where were you in NZ?
  We are just coming into spring here.
  Janette

  jkhanson 4:01 am on September 7, 2013

  Hi Janette, We were in Christchurch at first, then Wellington for the majority of time. I love Sydney. Lucky you!

• jetz66 11:06 am on September 6, 2013

  Having a father who lived in Australia for 2 years (and who has never stopped talking about his experience..) I have always wanted to visit! Best of luck this term!

• brendangalexander 3:40 am on September 7, 2013

  Hi Janette,

  Well your story checked out, as you used “keen” in your first sentence. I’m keen to hear your insights and look forward to getting to know you more.

  Brendan