<\/a> <\/span><\/h2><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/seatoschool.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7111\/2025\/11\/IMG_0607-scaled.jpg\" "\\"Finding")
<\/a><\/div>Finding Alignment: How Evaluation Connects to My Path<\/a><\/span>by kvaneaton<\/a> on November 19, 2025 at 3:35 am <\/small>As I reflected on the readings this week, I was struck by how they reframed my understanding of what it means to be an evaluator. I have always sought to align my personal and professional life with my values, whether by choosing to live in a rural community or by pursuing work that contributes to<\/p><\/div><\/li>
- M.E.N.D.ing Friendships Choose-Your-Own-Adventure!<\/a><\/span>by krystalyang<\/a> on September 5, 2025 at 6:16 pm <\/small><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/seatoschool.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7111\/2025\/07\/b3373270-409e-4ebb-a629-eb24fd21bf53.jpg\" "\\"Reflecting")
<\/a><\/div>Reflecting on the MEd in Educational Technology Program at UVIC<\/a><\/span>by kvaneaton<\/a> on July 25, 2025 at 2:27 am <\/small>The majority of my understanding about online teaching and learning, K-12 online schools, and the school system in B.C. was formed throughout the MEd in Educational Technology program and during the process of working on this project. The research I completed initially helped me be a better online teacher, and over time, helped shine light<\/p><\/div><\/li>
- Recollecting Prior Learning: All About Triangles<\/a><\/span>by iamthird<\/a> on July 24, 2025 at 2:00 am <\/small>
Photo by Irina Ermakova on Unsplash<\/p><\/div><\/li>
- Infographic: Effective Educational Video<\/a><\/span>by iamthird<\/a> on July 10, 2025 at 3:44 am <\/small>
As the focal point of my master\u2019s project is on effective educational video, it is important that what I have learned is also shared with others who are also in the field, especially of online education. Many sources of information shaped my understanding of how to create effective educational video. These are provided below. References<\/p><\/div><\/li>
- 10 Social Media Tips for Parents: healthy and happy teens in a digital age<\/a><\/span>by jefferyb<\/a> on July 2, 2025 at 9:06 pm <\/small>
https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAGm93_5rHY\/18Zlct4MreT8HSraL4eMww\/view?utm_content=DAGm93_5rHY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h1e8347e752 Social Media Tips for Parents: healthy and happy teens in a digital age \u00a9 2025 by Jeff Bennett is licensed under CC BY 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/ Point 1 Wise, J. (2016). Anxiety... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/seatoschool.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7111\/2025\/06\/thumbnail_IMG_1154.jpg\" "\\"Roses")
<\/a><\/div>Roses and Teaching in June \u2013 A Reminder that Moments Pass Quickly<\/a><\/span>by kvaneaton<\/a> on June 26, 2025 at 5:04 pm <\/small>Roses are among the most beloved flowers in the world. Their vibrant colors, delicate petals, and signature scent have made them a symbol of love, beauty, and even sorrow across cultures. But despite their beauty, roses are also fleeting. Their short lifespan forces us to admire them in the moment, to appreciate their presence while<\/p><\/div><\/li>
- Reflecting on EDCI 568<\/a><\/span>by cheyenne<\/a> on April 21, 2025 at 4:53 pm <\/small>
At the beginning of this course, Social Media for Connected and Personalized Learning, I had weary views on the idea of using social media for learning.\u00a0 As an avid social media user and someone who enjoys not only watching but also creating content on social media I have been very careful with what I create<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/seatoschool.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7111\/2025\/04\/20230816_092916_Original-scaled.jpg\" "\\"Innovation")
<\/a><\/div>Innovation Floats on a Sea of Inquiry<\/a><\/span>by kvaneaton<\/a> on April 17, 2025 at 6:35 pm <\/small>As I wrap up the finishing touches and review my Master\u2019s paper with my cohort and professors this week, I am starting to action my final project. I plan to create a scoping document for the Provincial Government that outlines an idea to have a new pathway to graduation for learners who currently do not<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/hideout.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7082\/2025\/04\/0030_7A-1024x679.jpg\" "\\"Digital")
<\/a><\/div>Digital Literacy, final thoughts<\/a><\/span>by gmchugh<\/a> on April 15, 2025 at 2:44 am <\/small>When I first read \u201cTwitter Use and its effect on student perception of instructor credibility\u201d, I was very resistant to the idea that teachers should be concerned by how the public perceives their credibility.\u00a0 I suppose that this stemmed from a feeling of defensiveness.\u00a0 I always thought that there was a certain inherent virtue in...<\/p><\/div><\/li>
- Reflections from EDCI 568<\/a><\/span>by tkearns<\/a> on April 9, 2025 at 3:00 am <\/small>
Please use the interactive H5P image hotspots to play the recordings of my reflection on EDCI 568. Start at the left-hand side and work your way to the right-hand side. A typed copy of my reflection is at the end... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/edtechtiffany.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7085\/2025\/04\/cookbook-with-annotations-by-Copilot.png\" "\\"Dr.")
<\/a><\/div>Dr. Remi Kalir on Social Annotation \u2013 A Short Reflection<\/a><\/span>by tkearns<\/a> on April 9, 2025 at 12:45 am <\/small>Valerie\u2019s interview with Dr. Remi Kalir of Duke University was, for me, the most interesting one yet! He spoke of social annotation \u2013 reading and writing collaboratively \u2013 and gave many thought-provoking examples that I have never thought about as... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/seatoschool.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7111\/2025\/04\/9d2a5c0b-cf8b-4d5b-9f13-d3811c5bf877.jpg\" "\\"How")
<\/a><\/div>How Curriculum Theory, Change Theory, Research on Online Learning, and an Exploration of Data Specific to Children in B.C. Wove Together to Make an Impact on My Thinking as a Teacher-Researcher<\/a><\/span>by kvaneaton<\/a> on April 8, 2025 at 7:38 pm <\/small>What started out as a new job at an online school has turned into a deep exploration of a system I knew little about. The main reason I chose the Master of Education in Education Technology at UVIC was to give myself the time and resources to learn more about online schools and the system<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/edtechtiffany.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7085\/2025\/04\/Kati-and-I-2.png\" "\\"Working")
<\/a><\/div>Working Together!<\/a><\/span>by tkearns<\/a> on April 7, 2025 at 3:07 am <\/small>Since September 2024, Kati and I have been collaborating on our project. Inspired by Valerie\u2019s discussion with Dr. Remi Kalir, we decided to co-author a blog post about our workflow and the significance of teamwork. Dr. Kalir\u2019s insights have resonated... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/edtechtiffany.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7085\/2025\/04\/texasbull1-1024x407.png\" "\\"Expanding")
<\/a><\/div>Expanding Horizons \u2013 COABE In Dallas, TX<\/a><\/span>by tkearns<\/a> on April 7, 2025 at 12:56 am <\/small>I was really lucky to have been able to attend the COABE 2025 conference in Dallas Texas, March 30th -April 2nd . \u00a0COABE stands for Coalition on Adult Basic Education, and it is quite big with well over 2000 attendees.... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/liltechteacher.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6993\/2025\/04\/1-1024x576.png\" "\\"Final")
<\/a><\/div>Final Blog Post<\/a><\/span>by krystalyang<\/a> on April 6, 2025 at 10:33 pm <\/small>As I am approaching the final days of my coursework in the EdTech program, I have been reflecting on how this last course has changed me and how the overall program has informed my practice. A lot of the work... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/edtechtiffany.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7085\/2025\/04\/digital-map-Copilot.png\" "\\"Datafication")
<\/a><\/div>Datafication with Bonnie Stewart \u2013 A Few Thoughts<\/a><\/span>by tkearns<\/a> on April 6, 2025 at 8:09 pm <\/small>Valerie\u2019s interview with Bonnie Stewart, associate professor from the University of Windsor in the faculty of education, was another really interesting one for me. I must admit, I don\u2019t fully understand the depth of everything they were discussing, but a... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"http:\/\/bbarranti.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6978\/2025\/04\/matt-ridley-dul2ronIcO0-unsplash-1024x652.jpg\" "\\"EDCI568")
<\/a><\/div>EDCI568 \u201111. Reflecting on EDCI568: Innovations and Transformations in my Teaching<\/a><\/span>by bbarranti<\/a> on April 5, 2025 at 8:59 pm <\/small>\u00a0 As I wrap up this semester in EDCI568 \u2013 Technology and Innovation in Education, I\u2019m surprised by how significantly my thinking and approach to technology-integrated learning and teaching have evolved. The course introduced valuable concepts and encouraged me to \u2026 Read More<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/edtechtiffany.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7085\/2025\/04\/restaurant-order.png\" "\\"Initial")
<\/a><\/div>Initial Thoughts on Accessibility and the POUR Framework<\/a><\/span>by tkearns<\/a> on April 4, 2025 at 4:17 am <\/small>\u00a0It was very interesting to listen to Valerie\u2019s Interview with Charlie Watson from the UVic center for Accessible Learning. I had no idea that there were so many ways to create accessibility. Charlie mentioned two things that really resonated with... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"http:\/\/arowley.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7127\/2025\/04\/ales-nesetril-Im7lZjxeLhg-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg\" "\\"Reflecting")
<\/a><\/div>Reflecting Over My Learning Journey in EDCI 568<\/a><\/span>by arowley<\/a> on April 4, 2025 at 3:45 am <\/small>Embarking on the journey through EDCI 568 has shaped and changed my understanding of technology\u2019s essential role in modern classrooms. Each class and guest speaker has expanded my knowledge and instilled a heightened awareness of the ethical implications of digital... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/dcarp.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7102\/2025\/03\/image.png\" "\\"Gamification")
<\/a><\/div>Gamification of Education<\/a><\/span>by dcarpenter<\/a> on April 4, 2025 at 2:37 am <\/small>Article: Gamification of Education Authors: Wendy Hsin-Yuan and Dilip Soman (Rotman School of Management: University of Toronto) Overview This article was of particular interest in regards to how the concept of \u2018gaming\u2019 has evolved from the simple act of \u2018playing and entertainment\u2019 at a personal level to one with even deeper commercial and educational connections.<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"http:\/\/arowley.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7127\/2025\/03\/philip-oroni-V_XaNGKItoo-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" "\\"Copyright")
<\/a><\/div>Copyright Concerns and Co-authorship<\/a><\/span>by arowley<\/a> on April 4, 2025 at 1:16 am <\/small>As I continue digging into research for my Master\u2019s project, I\u2019ve found myself drawn into the fascinating and slightly messy world of artificial intelligence, copyright, and co-authorship. With AI tools becoming more common in schools and universities used to draft... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"http:\/\/teaisforteachers.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7013\/2025\/03\/louis-maniquet-71QXQUSC_Do-unsplash-683x1024.jpg\" "\\"Final")
<\/a><\/div>Final Blog Post EDCI 568 Assignment 1b<\/a><\/span>by kdreilich<\/a> on April 3, 2025 at 2:49 am <\/small>Reflecting upon my learning this semester In this post I reflect upon my learning in EDCI 568: Discourse on Social Media for Connected and Personalized Learning through taking a look back through the previous blog posts that I made this... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/teaisforteachers.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7013\/2025\/04\/image-2.png\" "\\"The")
<\/a><\/div>The Value of Collaboration<\/a><\/span>by kdreilich<\/a> on April 2, 2025 at 12:06 am <\/small>Tiffany and I have been working together on our project since September, 2024, and Valerie\u2019s conversation with Dr. Remi Kalir gave us the idea to write a shared blog post about our workflow and the value of collaboration. Although we... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Finding Alignment: How Evaluation Connects to My Path<\/a><\/span>As I reflected on the readings this week, I was struck by how they reframed my understanding of what it means to be an evaluator. I have always sought to align my personal and professional life with my values, whether by choosing to live in a rural community or by pursuing work that contributes to<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Reflecting on the MEd in Educational Technology Program at UVIC<\/a><\/span>The majority of my understanding about online teaching and learning, K-12 online schools, and the school system in B.C. was formed throughout the MEd in Educational Technology program and during the process of working on this project. The research I completed initially helped me be a better online teacher, and over time, helped shine light<\/p><\/div><\/li>
Photo by Irina Ermakova on Unsplash<\/p><\/div><\/li>
As the focal point of my master\u2019s project is on effective educational video, it is important that what I have learned is also shared with others who are also in the field, especially of online education. Many sources of information shaped my understanding of how to create effective educational video. These are provided below. References<\/p><\/div><\/li>
https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAGm93_5rHY\/18Zlct4MreT8HSraL4eMww\/view?utm_content=DAGm93_5rHY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h1e8347e752 Social Media Tips for Parents: healthy and happy teens in a digital age \u00a9 2025 by Jeff Bennett is licensed under CC BY 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/ Point 1 Wise, J. (2016). Anxiety... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Roses and Teaching in June \u2013 A Reminder that Moments Pass Quickly<\/a><\/span>Roses are among the most beloved flowers in the world. Their vibrant colors, delicate petals, and signature scent have made them a symbol of love, beauty, and even sorrow across cultures. But despite their beauty, roses are also fleeting. Their short lifespan forces us to admire them in the moment, to appreciate their presence while<\/p><\/div><\/li>
At the beginning of this course, Social Media for Connected and Personalized Learning, I had weary views on the idea of using social media for learning.\u00a0 As an avid social media user and someone who enjoys not only watching but also creating content on social media I have been very careful with what I create<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Innovation Floats on a Sea of Inquiry<\/a><\/span>As I wrap up the finishing touches and review my Master\u2019s paper with my cohort and professors this week, I am starting to action my final project. I plan to create a scoping document for the Provincial Government that outlines an idea to have a new pathway to graduation for learners who currently do not<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Digital Literacy, final thoughts<\/a><\/span>When I first read \u201cTwitter Use and its effect on student perception of instructor credibility\u201d, I was very resistant to the idea that teachers should be concerned by how the public perceives their credibility.\u00a0 I suppose that this stemmed from a feeling of defensiveness.\u00a0 I always thought that there was a certain inherent virtue in...<\/p><\/div><\/li>
Please use the interactive H5P image hotspots to play the recordings of my reflection on EDCI 568. Start at the left-hand side and work your way to the right-hand side. A typed copy of my reflection is at the end... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Dr. Remi Kalir on Social Annotation \u2013 A Short Reflection<\/a><\/span>Valerie\u2019s interview with Dr. Remi Kalir of Duke University was, for me, the most interesting one yet! He spoke of social annotation \u2013 reading and writing collaboratively \u2013 and gave many thought-provoking examples that I have never thought about as... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>How Curriculum Theory, Change Theory, Research on Online Learning, and an Exploration of Data Specific to Children in B.C. Wove Together to Make an Impact on My Thinking as a Teacher-Researcher<\/a><\/span>What started out as a new job at an online school has turned into a deep exploration of a system I knew little about. The main reason I chose the Master of Education in Education Technology at UVIC was to give myself the time and resources to learn more about online schools and the system<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Working Together!<\/a><\/span>Since September 2024, Kati and I have been collaborating on our project. Inspired by Valerie\u2019s discussion with Dr. Remi Kalir, we decided to co-author a blog post about our workflow and the significance of teamwork. Dr. Kalir\u2019s insights have resonated... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Expanding Horizons \u2013 COABE In Dallas, TX<\/a><\/span>I was really lucky to have been able to attend the COABE 2025 conference in Dallas Texas, March 30th -April 2nd . \u00a0COABE stands for Coalition on Adult Basic Education, and it is quite big with well over 2000 attendees.... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Final Blog Post<\/a><\/span>As I am approaching the final days of my coursework in the EdTech program, I have been reflecting on how this last course has changed me and how the overall program has informed my practice. A lot of the work... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Datafication with Bonnie Stewart \u2013 A Few Thoughts<\/a><\/span>Valerie\u2019s interview with Bonnie Stewart, associate professor from the University of Windsor in the faculty of education, was another really interesting one for me. I must admit, I don\u2019t fully understand the depth of everything they were discussing, but a... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>EDCI568 \u201111. Reflecting on EDCI568: Innovations and Transformations in my Teaching<\/a><\/span>\u00a0 As I wrap up this semester in EDCI568 \u2013 Technology and Innovation in Education, I\u2019m surprised by how significantly my thinking and approach to technology-integrated learning and teaching have evolved. The course introduced valuable concepts and encouraged me to \u2026 Read More<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Initial Thoughts on Accessibility and the POUR Framework<\/a><\/span>\u00a0It was very interesting to listen to Valerie\u2019s Interview with Charlie Watson from the UVic center for Accessible Learning. I had no idea that there were so many ways to create accessibility. Charlie mentioned two things that really resonated with... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Reflecting Over My Learning Journey in EDCI 568<\/a><\/span>Embarking on the journey through EDCI 568 has shaped and changed my understanding of technology\u2019s essential role in modern classrooms. Each class and guest speaker has expanded my knowledge and instilled a heightened awareness of the ethical implications of digital... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Gamification of Education<\/a><\/span>Article: Gamification of Education Authors: Wendy Hsin-Yuan and Dilip Soman (Rotman School of Management: University of Toronto) Overview This article was of particular interest in regards to how the concept of \u2018gaming\u2019 has evolved from the simple act of \u2018playing and entertainment\u2019 at a personal level to one with even deeper commercial and educational connections.<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Copyright Concerns and Co-authorship<\/a><\/span>As I continue digging into research for my Master\u2019s project, I\u2019ve found myself drawn into the fascinating and slightly messy world of artificial intelligence, copyright, and co-authorship. With AI tools becoming more common in schools and universities used to draft... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>Final Blog Post EDCI 568 Assignment 1b<\/a><\/span>Reflecting upon my learning this semester In this post I reflect upon my learning in EDCI 568: Discourse on Social Media for Connected and Personalized Learning through taking a look back through the previous blog posts that I made this... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
<\/a><\/div>The Value of Collaboration<\/a><\/span>Tiffany and I have been working together on our project since September, 2024, and Valerie\u2019s conversation with Dr. Remi Kalir gave us the idea to write a shared blog post about our workflow and the value of collaboration. Although we... Continue Reading \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/li>
![](\"https:\/\/seatoschool.opened.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7111\/2025\/04\/image.png\" "\\"Children\u2019s")
<\/a><\/div>