Utilizing podcasts to bring alternative perspectives into the classroom

Team 5 decided to focus our critical analysis on the technology of podcasts. Our preliminary dive into the literature resulted in some interesting findings and a renewed appreciation of technology’s complex role in the social fabric of contemporary society. Podcasts are commonly used for entertainment, timeshifting, library-building, advertising, and social purposes (McClung & Johnson 2010), […]

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The Challenge of Leadership

As LRNT 525 winds down and each day’s breaking news is increasingly mind-boggling and chaotic, I find myself reflecting on effective leadership, especially in turbulent times. Looking back at my first thoughts about leadership and pondering the insights I have gained throughout this course led me to some final thoughts on leaders and the challenges […]

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Leading Change in Uncertain Times

The global community is approaching the second anniversary of the emergence of the COVID virus and ensuing pandemic, and it is somewhat overwhelming and emotional to reflect on the changes that have taken place in public education over the past two years. The shifts to online learning at different points in the pandemic can be […]

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Reflecting on Leadership

One of my favourite MALAT readings thus far was Weller’s (2020) 25 Years of Edtech. Time and time again, I have returned to Weller’s book, and for good reason. While this book examined the historical evolution of educational technology from 1994 to 2018, I am drawn to Weller’s consistent reminder that education is an inherently […]

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Mrs. D’s Design Manifesto

Design Thinking Reflection and Design Principles The educational landscape is once again being impacted by the rapid spread of the newest COVID variant. While many sectors asked employees to continue working remotely and numerous post-secondary institutions began the winter semester with virtual classes, provincial governments in Canada took varied approaches to the return of K-12 […]

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Design Thinking Challenge: The Solution Paper

Design Thinking Challenge: The Solution Paper  Amber Donahue & Emma Keating MALAT, Royal Roads University LRNT 524: Innovation, Design, and Learning Environments Leeann Waddington & Lisa Gedak December 30, 2021   The Solution Paper Reimagining digital learning environments to realize the potential of critical instructional design is a necessity for all instructional designers as education […]

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Mrs. D’s Design Superpowers

My official K-12 classroom teaching career began in September 2006, and my practice and identity have gone through an evolution in the subsequent 16 years. I bring collected and honed superpowers to the table when designing and engaging in learning experiences. These superpowers can be organized into four foundational areas. Superpower #1: Making Connections Making […]

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