Learning Technology Coach Podcast: Recent Episodes
Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL), Memorial University
The Learning Technology Coach podcast is produced by the Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) at Memorial University. Learning Technology Coaches are current graduate students at Memorial who use their research and teaching experience to support faculty across the institution by investigating and proposing learning technologies to address instructional problems. The Podcast was initiated by the coaches as a way to broaden their understanding of how pedagogy and technology collide to create meaningful teaching and learning experiences. The series features the voices of academics, students and champions as they discuss current topics influencing higher education.
Featuring Dr. Brenda Stoesz - Research Lead, Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, University of Manitoba
Dr. Stoesz examines academic integrity policy and the effectiveness of educational interventions to promote academic integrity, prevent academic misconduct, and enhance learning.
In this episode, hear what an expert in academic integrity says about AI in higher education. AI is often considered a means for cheating and dishonesty; however, open and honest conversations with students about using AI can combat its misuse. Dr. Stoesz tells us that AI can be a welcomed tool in the classroom if we don’t bypass real learning – and we couldn’t agree more!
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring ChatGPT - An artificial intelligence tool capable of upholding human-like conversations, problem-solving, and content creation.
Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. Millions of people use it globally, and it has the potential to transform our way of working and thinking. Critics are concerned about its impacts on work ethics and academic integrity.
In this episode, hear what ChatGPT itself says about its implications on higher education! We cover topics such as academic integrity, tips on the proper usage of AI and its limitations, and review why some concerns about AI in education might be justified. However, AI also holds massive potential benefits, especially for those who strive for better accessibility in the learning environment.
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Dua Fatima - Student, Master of Artificial Intelligence Program, Memorial University
Dua studied Bioinformatics and worked in fascinating areas such as computer-aided drug design and microbiome data analysis through machine learning.
In this episode, hear a graduate student’s opinion of the impact of AI on higher education and how students work and learn. Dua talks about how ChatGPT blew her mind and can make a student’s life easier. At the same time, she thinks that specific AI tools should also exist for instructors to help them detect potential misuse of AI in the learning environment. Tune in to learn why Dua believes AI is the tool of the future!
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Julie Pitcher-Giles - Assistant Professor, Business Administration, Grenfell Campus. Memorial University
Dr. Pitcher-Giles has extensive teaching experience and focuses her research on strategic social responsibility. Other interests lie in the scholarship of in-person and online teaching and learning, university learning, and curriculum development.
In this episode, hear what an instructor says about artificial intelligence in higher education. Dr. Pitcher-Giles talks about how faculty members perceive the rise of AI, their concerns, and what benefits they see for the learning environment. She thinks that AI will be essential to personalizing education and that it can help make teaching materials more accessible and inclusive.
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Carolyn Best - Manager, Writing Centre, Memorial University
Carolyn is an expert in academic writing and has extensive experience teaching it to second-language students.
In this episode, hear what a writing expert says about using generative AI in academic writing. Carolyn believes that, despite some of the potential drawbacks of AI, it can be valuable in aiding students to improve their writing. The way we think, write, and use our creativity might change under AI – change, not worsen. Also, we’ll hear some tips on how instructors could implement AI in their teaching and embrace it as a learning tool.
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
AI and the Impact on Higher Education: Perspectives on Academic Integrity, Writing, Teaching, and Learning
Premiering November 7th!
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Hilary P. Hennessey - Student's with Disabilities Representative / Young Adult Leader, Newfoundland and Labrador Canadian Federation of Students / National Centre of Learning Disabilities
Hilary is currently working towards a Masters degree in Health Ethics from Memorial University. Ms. Hennessey uses her voice on a local, national and international (USA) level to be an advocate for students with disabilities.
In this episode, hear Hilary talk about her experience as a student with a disability and how being the first Canadian to sit on the Young Adult Leadership Council established by the US based National Center for Learning Disabilities has helped her to influence change and work for accessibility and inclusion for all learners, especially those who are part of the neurodiversity community.
https://twitter.com/HilPHennessey
https://www.instagram.com/hilhennessey/
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Pam Phillips and Cathy Wicks - Senior Instructional Designer and Instructional Design Technologist, CITL, Memorial University
As members of CITL’s Learning Design and Development team, both keep universal design for learning (UDL) and WCAG and other accessibility standards at the forefront of their work when building online learning opportunities.
In this episode, hear theoretical and practical advice that one can consider when designing online learning opportunities. The presentation of content in multiple formats not only makes content more engaging, but allows students to learn in a way that works best for them, and helps instructors deliver the course in a supportive and inclusive way.
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Dr. Amy Todd - Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Memorial University
Dr. Todd, through her experience in curriculum and program development, frequently applies team-based learning approaches and authentic theory to her teaching.
In this episode, discover the benefits of incorporating accessibility features in courses that can improve comprehension and retention, boost engagement and motivation, and create a warm and welcoming environment for students.
https://amytoddmun.wixsite.com/life-science-pedagog
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Dr. Brittany Singleton - Academic Affairs Manager, D2L
Dr. Singleton provides strategic leadership, guidance and support for the development of innovative programs in the teaching and learning realm in both the K-12 and Higher Ed verticals. Her experience focuses around holistic student development, instruction, mentorship, and programming for diverse student populations.
In this episode, learn how D2L is reshaping the future of education by helping institutions develop personalized learning experiences, driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to a high-quality education. Discover the benefits of incorporating accessibility features in courses that can improve comprehension and retention, boost engagement and motivation, and create a warm and welcoming environment for students.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-r-singleton-ed-d-030897145/
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Jason Geary - Manager, Accessibility Services (Blundon Centre), Memorial University
As an educator, Jason brings a supportive perspective on working with students who experience difficulties completing their university studies.
In this episode, discover the history and role of Accessibility Services at Memorial, while delving into challenges and opportunities faced by students and instructors on the journey to create a more accessible and inclusive learning environment for all.
https://www.mun.ca/student/about-us/units-and-contacts/accessibility-services---the-blundon-centre/
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Dr. Amy Warren - Interim AVP (Academic) and Dean, School of Graduate Studies, Memorial University
Using her leadership and research experience Dr. Warren instils accessibility and equity into her work with various stakeholders of the institution and community at large.
In this episode, hear how the leadership in higher education have a critical role to play in ensuring the institutional importance of creating a learning environment suitable for all learners. Using her personal and faculty experience, coupled with her research in the area, Dr. Warren shares her perspective on the barriers, priorities, and opportunities institutions have to address to create an accessible and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Accessibility in Higher Education: Discussing challenges and opportunities from the technological, instructional, and course development and design perspectives.
Series premiering May 18th!
The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.
Featuring Mark Picco - Technical Communications Coordinator, Faculty of Engineering, Memorial University
Featuring Kate Lahey - PhD Candidate, Women and Gender Studies Institute, University of Toronto
Featuring Dr. Joelle Rodway - Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, Memorial University
Featuring Dr. Gavan Watson - Associate Vice-President (Teaching and Learning), Director of CITL and adjunct professor in the Faculty of Education, Memorial University
Featuring Dr. Jeannette Byrne - Associate Professor, School of Human Kinetics and Recreation, Memorial University