Learning Technology

Explore the CTL GenAI Sandbox | ADM 103H

The CTL GenAI Sandbox & Collaboration Space is now open in ADM 103H! This space is designed to safely explore GenAI at your own pace, without pressure or judgment. Use the latest tools and technologies in a private, supported environment, with Technology Support Staff available to answer your questions. Drop in to: Learn what Generative […]

Back to Teaching Sessions with the CTL Team

Spend the day with us exploring three timely, practical sessions designed to ease you into the term with confidence and curiosity: Effective Use of GenAI – Ways to model effective, ethical use for learners Teaching Large Classes – strategies for scale without sacrificing engagement Canvas & Learning Tools – tips, tricks, and thoughtful tech integration We’ll break for […]

Introducing the Academic Continuity Planner

  Introducing the Academic Continuity Planner Universities are no strangers to academic disruption. The pandemic of 2020 is an example of a large-scale disruption to learning, but smaller scale disruptions can occur where learners or faculty cannot come to campus for in person delivery.  A recent example of a small-scale disruption is when the Bennett […]

Practice Practice Practice

Did you know that the CTL offers “dry run” services for synchronous online and multi-access delivery? If you are teaching a class in one of these delivery modes in an upcoming semester and want to brush up on your skills in a supportive, low stakes environment, we are here for you. To arrange, please email ctl.helpdesk@ubc.ca.

Ready, Set, Canvas!

Ready, Set, Canvas! With the Summer term upon us, here’s a quick checklist to make sure your Canvas course is ready to go: 🔧 Course Setup Merge sections? Contact CTL to combine lectures, labs, or tutorials. Library Reserves (LOCR): Add your reading list via the Library Online Course Reserves. Early access (Optional): Open your course early so students can preview materials. […]