Learning Innovation: The Teaching & Learning Podcast

In this episode of Learning Innovation, host Kris Hodgson-Bright chats with Shawn Pinder and Brandon Regier of Runner's Soul about how running connects to education, personal growth, and community. They share stories from triathlons, Ironman races, ultras, and local events while exploring goal-setting, discipline, mental toughness, and the value of celebrating small wins. Lethbridge Polytechnic has strong connections to the community and this episode explores the connection to an integral part of the local running community. The guests highlight Runner's Soul's impact on Lethbridge's running scene, their support for Lethbridge Polytechnic's Kodiaks athletics, and practical advice for new runners: start where you are, get out the door, and let routine and community guide your progress. During the show, guests and Kris (host) mention: Runner's Soul  Prairie Runners Race Association Coulee Cactus Crawl Ladiesfest Little Souls Kids Marathon Lost Souls Ultra Moonlight Run Kodiak Athletics Bertil Johansson Simon Schaerz Iron Man Canadian Death Race Sinister Seven Bachelor of Ecosystems Management Diploma of Renewable Resource Management

Jill Burrows (psychology professor), Dean Kolebaba (instructor and Program Chair for the School of Justice Studies), and Lyle Ruggles (e-learning specialist) chat about the innovative teaching and learning pathways virtual reality (VR) is creating at Lethbridge Polytechnic. This trio discuss how they have integrated narrative-driven VR into their classrooms, including what's worked, what hasn't, and what new developments they'll continue to adopt in the future.  Jill, Dean, and Lyle share how VR technology is helping students practice public speaking and interpersonal communication skills in a safe environment, and how it’s helping to nurture greater empathy, compassion, and understanding for individuals struggling with mental health challenges (like autism and schizophrenia).  During the show, guests and Donna (host) mention: General Arts and Science - Psychology and Sociology Diploma   Therapeutic Recreation - Gerontology  Criminal Justice Studies  Justice Studies  Justice and Human Services Programs  Wind Turbine Technician  Massage Therapy program  Ovation VR  Chris Milk TED Talk: How virtual reality can create the ultimate empathy machine  Sharecare  MetaQuest

Monica, Aderiyike, Jude, and Divine — nursing students at Lethbridge Polytechnic — share their experiences of cultural identity and community support as they navigate (sometimes discriminatory) systems in Canada. The group discuss resilience and the importance of community for mental health and belonging, along with what they appreciate about Black History Month at Lethbridge Polytechnic. During the show, guests and host (Donna) mention: Practical Nursing at Lethbridge Polytechnic Yoruba tribe  Igbo tribe  LPSA – Lethbridge Polytechnic Student Association  Services Canada  Racial bias in pain assessment and treatment recommendations, and false beliefs about biological differences between blacks and whites  Jollof rice

“Ultimately, my focus is on making space for perspectives that have historically been excluded and ensuring our work contributes to the systemic change.” ~ Dr. Kirsten Fantazir, Research Chair at Lethbridge Polytechnic  Dr. Kirsten Fantazir (Instructor and Research Chair at Lethbridge Polytechnic), and Dr. Jami Albright-Tolman (Instructor and Researcher), share about public safety applied research projects that are fostering connection with Blackfoot communities, and preparing students for careers in public safety.  Kirsten and Jami expand on Community Integration Through Art Pissatsinaskssini (CITAP), and how its Creative Circles can foster healing, trust, and reconciliation.   CITAP brings together Indigenous elders, students, and community partners to share meals, art, and cultural practices—and challenge stereotypes about houseless and vulnerable populations. Kirsten and Jami highlight early results, ethical practices, and the importance of authentic relationships and Indigenous ways of knowing.  During the show, guests and Donna (host) mention: CPSAR – Centre for Public Safety Applied Research  CITAP – Community Integration Through Art - Pissatsinaskssini Ninastako Cultural Centre  E05: Gamifying Grammar with Murray Bartley and Kirsten Fantazir E56: The positionality effect – Building empathy through reflection and transparency about your place in the world  Dude’s Club  Sir Robert Peel’s Policing Principles  Niitsitapi Eats and Treats  RAs (resident assistants) Tsimshian Haida RINSA  CI-CAN National Indigenous Education Symposium  First Thunder Wellness Criminal Justice at Lethbridge Polytechnic VR Core York Regional Police, Ontario  <a href='htt

"We know WIL has this really magical ability to create a stronger connection between students and this community." ~ Perry Stein, City of Lethbridge Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships Manager Dr. Natalie Barfuss (business instructor at Lethbridge Polytechnic) and Perry Stein (Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships Manager at the City of Lethbridge) share the overwhelming benefits of WIL for students and their communities. Work-integrated learning (WIL) helps students develop skills like teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. These real-world skills help students step out more confidently into their careers. Because WIL allows students a glimpse into the community, these experiences can even kindle an interest in staying around Lethbridge after graduation. Natalie also shares how instructors can dip their toes in WIL experiences. Hint—it's easier than you think! During the show, Perry, Natalie, and Donna (host) mention: ☀️SUMMER BONUS☀️ E58: LITL-Pod LIVE – Preparing learners and shaping community through Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)  Lethbridge Polytechnic REB  Bachelor of Nursing Trades & Technologies School of Business  University of Lethbridge Mitacs University of Calgary  NorQuest College WIL Symposium CASA  Downtown BRZ  Universal Design for Learning Goal-setting theory City Scholars CEWIL Southgrow

"Teaching is not only about giving information, right? It's not about giving facts or explaining concepts or putting things together. It's creating a certain environment where learning is happening and I still think that humans are better at this than AI.” ~ Dr. Olga Klymenko  A recent study from MIT shows that over-reliance on LLMs for writing accumulates cognitive debt (weaker brain connectivity, less ownership over the finished product).   Dr. Olga Klymenko, instructor and language expert, is grappling with how to address over-reliance on AI writing in her classroom.  Olga doesn't believe in banning or even policing the use of AI. Instead, she believes the answer lies in choosing to engage—that is, aiming to be collaborators in the process of knowledge building.  Olga shares her insights, including:  Cultural mismatch and underrepresentation of voices for Indigenous languages Cognitive costs of AI shortcuts and the fallibility of AI-plagiarism checkers Winning trust with students about AI-use (showing limitations; creating learner agency)  During the show, Olga and host (Donna) mention: MIT Study: Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing Task  The small island state of Seychelles (Link lands you on Google Maps)  Seychelles Creole (Kreol Seselwa)  ChatGPT  University of Seychelles University of London  National University of Donetsk  Lethbridge Polytechnic  Navigating academic writing in the AI era: Lethbridge Polytechnic instructor offers insight  E49: Generative AI and instructional design: Emphasizing the process of learning over the product of learning

Dr. Brad Donaldson, President and CEO of Lethbridge Polytechnic, unpacks how the institution is navigating national shifts in post-secondary funding, and what it means to take control of our collective future as a PSI in Alberta. He shares practical strategies for ethical domestic recruitment, applied learning and research, and fostering a “critically kind” campus culture that empowers educators, supports students, and strengthens community impact. During the episode, Brad and Donna (host) mention: E35: Interview with the President ☎ Expert Panel on Post-Secondary Institution Funding and Alberta’s Competitiveness Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada New International Student Program regulations take effect Alex Usher’s Higher Education Strategy Associates Blog (One Thought to Start Your Day) That Alberta Post-Secondary Review, Again The President's View Alberta Labour Market Information Polytechnics Canada WIL: Work-integrated Learning WIL at Future Skills Centre Lethbridge Polytechnic programs and courses

Ryan Mann, Faculty Development Facilitator at SAIT’s Centre for Academic Development and Innovation, and Eric Mitchell, an Automotive Services Instructor at Lethbridge Polytechnic, are actively responding to teaching and learning gaps in the Trades through innovative—and technically scholarly—work. Despite the improvements they're making, Ryan and Eric don't really consider their work as scholarly—but framing it differently could amplify the impact. Ryan and Eric are joined by the polytechnic's Jaddon Park (Academic Services Manager) and Craig McCarthy (Learning Experience Designer). The four discuss the value of reframing work as scholarly, the power of integrating student feedback, and the joy in discovering creative ways to pass along knowledge.  During the show, guests and host (Donna) mention: SAIT: Southern Alberta Institute of Technology  Centre for Teaching and Learning  Academic Development and Innovation  Automotive programs Apprenticeship and Trades  Lethbridge Polytechnic  CTLI: Centre for Teaching, Learning, And Innovation ICP: Instructor Certification Program NIOP: New Instructor Orientation Program SoTL: Scholarship of Teaching and Learning LC Extension Community of Practice OER: Open Educational Resources Making the switch from textbooks to OERs: How (and why) one instructor made the change Automotive Services Technician Apprenticeship  Automotive Systems certificate  Introduction to the Trades  Electrician Apprenticeship   UDL: Universal Design for Learning  EAL: English as an Additional Langu

Beyond the obvious benefits exercise has on your body, research shows that it has powerful benefits on your brain, too—like improved memory, attention, and processing speed. Simon Schaerz (Exercise Science instructor at Lethbridge Polytechnic), David Selles (Physical Education student from the University of Lethbridge), and Tyler Duffy (Exercise Science student at Lethbridge Polytechnic) discuss exercise cognition and its profound impacts on the brain—specifically, on executive functioning. Exercise cognition research could also be pivotal in helping prioritize physical education (PE) programs—especially in K-12, where PE's importance can often be minimized. During the show, guests and host (Craig) mention: Lethbridge Polytechnic  Exercise Science Program  Exercise-physiology class  Research Methods in Kinesiology class  DCM Program  University of Lethbridge  Physical Education Program  Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain by John J. Ratey  Embodied Cognition Theory  Central Governor Model and Fatigue  Cerebral hemodynamics  Synaptogenesis  Physical Activity and the Development of Executive Function in Healthy Children: A Bioecological Perspective by Simon Schaerz  Pedagogical knowledge model:  Content knowledge, pedagogical knowledge, and curricular knowledge  Progressive overload  <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ex

Instructor Kathie Ervin and Instructional Designer Craig McCarthy collaborated to revamp Kathie's Distance Learning (DL) course in the Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Therapeutic Recreation Gerontology program.  The goal? Create a more hands-on learning experience for DL students.  Kathie and Craig outline their revision strategy, share stories about student creativity and community, and explain why they think the project was so successful. The pair also share tips on how other instructors can revamp their DL courses.  During the episode, Donna (host) and guests mentioned: Therapeutic Recreational Gerontology  CTLI – Centre for Teaching and Learning  UDL – Universal Design for Learning  WIL – Work-Integrated Learning  E68: WIL-Power – Connecting classroom theory with hands-on, Work-Integrated Learning  Student feedback audio on Kathie's TRG course

Students Cory, Adam, Lenae, and Maddie share all about their Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) experiences at Lethbridge Polytechnic.  No matter the program, classroom theory comes to life when students are paired with real-world scenarios – and the lessons are invaluable. Students discuss favourite moments and key insights from their WIL experiences. They also exchange strategies for navigating challenges like imposter syndrome – sometimes it helps to don a "suit"! During the show, guests and Donna (host) mention: Acronyms/definitions: WIL: Work-Integrated Learning  RN: Registered Nurse  NESA: Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta Imposter syndrome Lethbridge Polytechnic Wellness Services Programs:  Ecosystem Management  Nursing (NESA) Criminal Justice – Corrections  Child and Youth Care  Wildlife Analytics Lab E63: Wildlife Analytics Lab – Lethbridge Polytechnic's hub of innovation and collaborative conservation WIL community connections: Alberta Chapter of The Wildlife Society   Galbraith Elementary School  Family Ties

Stone Pipe Days is a four-day event recognizing the pride, history, and culture of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) community here at Lethbridge Polytechnic. Jordan Head, Indigenous Cultural Advisor, is a key organizer for this year's Stone Pipe Days, and he joins us to share all about this special event. Jordan outlines the agenda (opening ceremonies, meals, guest speakers, films, a traditional powwow), and he expands on the meaningful partnership Stone Pipe Days represents between the Blackfoot people and the polytechnic. He also shares a piece of his personal journey, including how his family inspired and guided him toward education – which eventually led him full circle back to Lethbridge Polytechnic. During the show, Jordan and Donna (host) mention: Stone Pipe Days (March 24 – March 28, 2025):  Event schedule: Ohkotoki’aahkkoiyiiniimaan (Stone Pipe Days)  Movies/media: 500 Days in the Wild  Bones of Crows  E65: A'paitsitapisksinimaattsaa (Weasel People Education) – Revitalizing Blackfoot language and culture through land-based learning  Blackfoot Confederacy (Niitsitapi peoples):  Siksika (Blackfoot)  Kainai (Blood)  Kana (and A'kana) – Many chiefs or many leaders  Piikani (Peigan)  South Peigan  Notable works and how-tos:  A Contemporary Winter Count by Kerry M. Scott  Powwow Dances  How to take part in a round dance  Organizations/institutions:  National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation  Alberta Health Services  Treaty 7 Tribal Council  Assembly of First Nations  Indigenous and Northern Affairs  U of L (University of Lethbridge)  U of A (

Dr. Erika Smith (Educational Development Consultant at the University of Calgary), Richard Hayman (Associate Professor and Digital Initiatives Librarian at Mount Royal University), and Constance Sheriff (Research Services Librarian at Lethbridge Polytechnic) explore the daunting task researchers face in sharing their work with their audiences.  Erika, Richard, and Constance explain how using strategies like Knowledge Mobilization and Knowledge Translation, and finding support through the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning can help dismantle barriers in dissemination–especially when researchers strive to become Networked Scholars. Even if you don't want your work to be published, there are so many benefits from engaging in scholarly research, like improved: student learning outcomes (because you've removed roadblocks and increased accessibility in the classroom) research sharing strategies (because you've sharpened your communication skills and learned which formats work best for you) network connections (because you've been showing up as an active, contributing expert in your field) And there's more where that came from. During the show, guests and host (Donna) mention: KM, KT, and SoTL article: Connecting the dots between knowledge mobilization, knowledge translation and the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning: A conversation with Erika Smith, PhD, and Richard Hayman, MA & MLIS  Ebook: The Impactful Academic: Building a Research Career That Makes a Difference  Erika and Richard's chapter: Strategic Digital Engagement for Impact: Building Your Academic Presence Online LITL-Pod episodes: E63: Wildlife Analytics Lab – Lethbridge Polytechnic's hub of innovation and collaborative conservation E49: Generative AI and instructional design: Emphasizing the process of learning over the product of learning Acronym definitions: OERs: Open Educational Resources OER Commons (San Francisco) DORA: Declaration on Research Assessment Post-secondary institutions: <a href='https://www.mtroyal.c

"It's my dream. It's our dream. It's the polytechnic's dream. But it's a dream of our elders that we keep going." ~ Marcia Black Water, Indigenous Coordinator for the Centre for Business, Arts, and Sciences  Marcia Black Water (Indigenous Coordinator for CBAS), Jessica Fox (English and Blackfoot Instructor), and Sandra Atwood (Indigenous Studies Instructor) partnered to create A'paitsitapisksinimaattsaa – a program rooted in Blackfoot ways of knowing. In this deeply heartfelt conversation, Marcia, Jessica, and Sandra discuss how this course has been a slow dream come true through community relationships. The trio hope that through pommotsiiysinni (a Blackfoot word meaning the transfer and gaining of knowledge, and understanding your place in the world) this program will meet both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students where they are at – and even spark the next generation of leaders. During the show, guests and host (Donna) mention: CBAS – Centre for Business, Arts and Sciences  Blood Tribe (Kainai)  Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksikaitsitapi)  Blackfoot word meanings:  Aapaa: Weasel  Kakyosin: Being aware of your surroundings and really knowing what's out there  Niitsitapiiysini: Blackfoot ways of knowing  Miinipooka: Peter Weasel Moccasin  Pommotsiiysinni: Transferring knowledge  Niitsitapi: Real person  Kainaisksaahko: Land-based learning course Maria took with Narcisse Blood  Aakoka’tsinn: Many lodges camp  Niksokowaiksi: Relatives  Poiskinasskin: Sacred Ochre Blessing  Indigenous Careers Pathways:  Introduction to Indigenous Studies  Indigenous Literature   Blackfoot Language 1   Blackfoot Language 2  Lethbridge Polytechnic programs: Bachelor of Nursing  General Arts and Science  Residential Schools in Canada  Bloom’s taxonomy  University of Calgary  University of Lethbridge  Dhillon School of Business <

Black History Month is a time to pause, rest, and reflect on who you are, and what makes you special as a Black person. Lethbridge Polytechnic students Noel, Michelle, Janet, and Tony explore what Black culture means, and how they navigate mental wellness as students. This lively group argues about how they find healing and talks about how they love to share culture – the food, the fashion, the music, and of course the party!  During the show, guests and host (Donna) mention:  Lethbridge Polytechnic events:  Sexy Bingo Paint Night Karaoke  Turban Day LPSA – Lethbridge Polytechnic Student Association  BHM Meal Kits  Register for your BHM Meal Kit here!  Location overviews:  Kingston, Jamaica <a href='https://www.google.com/search?q=Edmonton&sca_esv=e43f164304cbaefd&rlz=1C5MACD_enCA1040CA1040&ei=9jGhZ-33JLKO0PEPzui38A0&ved=0ahUKEwjtyoSltqiLAxUyBzQIHU70Dd4Q4dUDCBE&uact=5&oq=Edmonton&gs_lp=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&sclient=gws

The only of its kind in Canada, the Wildlife Analytics Lab (WAL) specializes in wildlife cementum (mineralized tissue covering tooth roots) analysis. Through this process, technicians can determine wildlife age and life history to better inform resource conservation practices. WAL has numerous implications for transformational research (including becoming the new standard for aging wildlife), and fruitful collaborations with multiple stakeholders (including government, industry experts, and organizations). Dr. Everett Hanna (Scientific Lead and Environmental Sciences Instructor), Kelsey Gourlie (Lead Lab Technician), and Marcela Leija Montoya (Laboratory Technician) join the pod to offer their perspectives. Everett details how the facility is shaping current and future sustainability efforts. Kelsey and Marcela share how this lab gave them (as former students) invaluable Work-Integrated Learning experiences that helped them transition to their exciting new careers at the polytechnic. During the show, host (Donna) and guest mention:  WAL – Wildlife Analytics Laboratory at the polytechnic Ohkotoki’aahkkoiyiiniimaan (Stone Pipe): Lethbridge Polytechnic's Blackfoot name Lethbridge Polytechnic 360 virtual tour Cousins Science Centre Alberta Ministries: Advanced Education  Forestry and Parks Environment and Protected Areas Fishing, hunting and trapping regulations Dispersed/Distributed leadership: sharing leadership responsibilities across a group of people, where multiple individuals work together, make decisions, and take responsibility for achieving common goals. WIL – Work-Integrated Learning  Lethbridge Polytechnic programs and courses:  Technology and Engineering  Computer Information Technology Environmental Science  Ecosystem

Like probiotics are for your gut, mycorrhizal fungi are for soil in vitalizing millions of microorganisms! Dr. Adriana Morrell, Instructor and Mycology Lab Scientific Lead from Lethbridge Polytechnic shares about her sustainable research project on soil reclamation. Adriana's aim? Identify effective treatments to spur biologically diverse and productive outcomes after a disturbance (like coal mining) as quickly as possible.  Adriana was recently awarded $250K from Alberta Innovates, and she is already prepping for the spring, where native grasses pre-inoculated with mycorrhizal fungi will be relocated to select sites in the Crownest Pass. During the show, guest and hosts mention: Instructor receives $250,000 Alberta Innovates grant to accelerate land reclamation efforts  The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate: Discoveries from a Secret World by Peter Wohlleben  Mycorrhiza  Athabasca University  Leitch Collieries Provincial Historic Site Crowsnest Pass (Google Maps) Systems Thinking  Alberta Innovates  Land and Biodiversity Program  CTED – Centre for Technology, Environment, and Design  University of Calgary  Nature Conservancy of Canada   Grumpy’s Greenhouses  Grassland Restoration Forum  Parks Canada  TC Energy  Teck Resources Canada EnviroScape  For a tour of the Mycology Lab, reach out to Adriana ([email protected])!

“The key thing that we keep emphasizing, you'll hear us say it over and over again, is we have to be where industry is, and where industry wants to be next.” ~ Andrew Dunlop, Associate Vice President of Research at Lethbridge Polytechnic Dave McMurray, Applied Research Manager at Lethbridge Polytechnic, and Andrew Dunlop, Associate Vice President of Research at Lethbridge Polytechnic discuss the inner workings of the Centre for Applied Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (CARIE).  Dave and Andrew share how applied research differs from university research, including IP property, moving at the speed of business, and direct industry connections. During the show, host (Donna) and guests mention: CARIE – Centre for Applied Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship  Animal Care Committee  Research Ethics  CARIF   SSHRC – Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council  Mueller Irrigation Group  IATC – Integrated Agriculture Technology Centre  Advanced Post-harvest Technology Centre  CARIE Research project database  Aquaculture Centre of Excellence  Trades and apprenticeships at Lethbridge Polytechnic  Centre for Justice and Human Services   START – Spatial Technologies Applied Research & Training  <a href='https://leth

Do you have a sense of duty, urgency, and community? The justice field wants YOU! 🫵 Whether you're fresh out of high-school, or you're a workforce veteran considering a career switch, there are so many opportunities for you in the justice field – our special guests want to share them all with you! Joining this episode are Constable Allie Enkirch from Lethbridge Police Service (LPS); Constable Kirby Erickson from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP); Joel McDonald, Deputy Chief of 9-1-1 in Lethbridge; and Mark Smallbones, Retired Staff Sergeant from LPS and practicum coordinator/part-time instructor at Lethbridge Polytechnic. Tune in for some belly laughs, heartfelt journeys, and see if you can see yourself in their stories. They might just convince you to join the team. During the show, Donna and guests mention: Justice Studies Networking Day (scroll down to Activities & Events heading) is happening October 31 in the Trades Building at Lethbridge Polytechnic Trades at Lethbridge Polytechnic Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)  Mounties (Nickname for the RCMP) United Nations Peacekeeping  Saskatoon City Police  Lethbridge Police Service Lethbridge Emergency Services Constable Shrek Saves the Day  Tales of the Unexpected  I COULD NOT find any pictures!! Send them to [email protected] (and Allie 😉) if you find any!  Srebrenica Massacre  Lethbridge Soup Kitchen  Chinook Sexual Assault Centre  YWCA  Next Generation 9-1-1  The Watch

CTLI leaders Christie Robertson (Associate Dean), Lexi Schaerz (Learning Experience Design Manager), Jaddon Park (Academic Services Manager), and Mark Davids (Accessibility Services Manager) discuss our recent transition from a college to a polytechnic. The group expand on what this change means for CTLI, and how our mandate – though largely the same in striving to create the most meaningful learning experiences possible – has become more clearly defined through the redesignation process. During the podcast, Donna (host) and guests mention: Lethbridge Polytechnic: Our Polytechnic   Lethbridge Polytechnic programs: Trades  Technology and Engineering  CTLI departments:  Learning Experience Design  Academic Services   Accessibility Services  Testing Services  Buchanan Library Services  Learning Café  Wellness Services  LMS: learning management system  DLT: Digital Learning Team  LXD: Learning experience designer/design  STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics  OER: Open Educational Resource (Buchanan Library)  NIOP: New Instructor Orientation Program  DEAM: Disability Employment Awareness Month  WIL: Work-integrated Learning  Mirco-credentials at Lethbridge Polytechnic:  <a href='https://lethbridgecollege.sharepoint.com/sites/centre-for-teaching-learning-and-innovation/SitePages/Accessibility-Services.aspx?xsdata=MDV8MDJ8fDZlOGM0ZWQ1Mzg3ODQxOTcwZWI4MDhkY2VhMGM3N2M5fDU3ZjVmYWU5OTJhZTRmZWM4OGM3YmUyNjU0OTMwMWU4fDB8MHw2Mzg2NDI1ODY0NDk5NDAxNTJ8VW5rbm93bnxWR1ZoYlhOVFpXTjFjbWwwZVZObGNuWnBZMlY4ZXlKV0lqb2lNQzR3TGpBd01EQWlMQ0pRSWpvaVYybHVNeklpTENKQlRpSTZJazkwYUdWeUlpd2lWMV

LITL-Pod hits the road–well, technically just across campus– to hear about Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)! Guests Kristen DeMone, Natalie Barfuss, and Stephanie Wierl, share how WIL helps instructors create industry connections in the community gives students a safe space to navigate working with real clients This trio answers questions about WIL from a live audience, and they dig deep into why WIL is an integral part of the learning experience at Lethbridge Polytechnic (formerly Lethbridge College). During the show, guests and host (Donna) mention: Work-integrated Learning at Lethbridge Polytechnic Lethbridge Polytechnic programs & courses:  Business Administration  Integrated Marketing Communication  General Arts and Science   Exercise Science Adapted Physical Activity class: An examination of various psychomotor disabilities. The application of the impact and challenges of physical activity delivery to persons with disabilities. Computer Information Technology (CIT)  Digital Communications and Media (DCM)  Political Science  Humanities  Centre for Business, Arts, and Sciences  WIL Handbook  Volunteer Lethbridge  Lethbridge Polytechnic Instagram City of Lethbridge  City Scholars   <a href='https://www.ulethbridge.ca/future-student/march-15-awards?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQ

“How can we produce food... and reduce our footprint?” – John Derksen, Chair of the Aquaculture Centre of Excellence John Derksen, Chair of the Aquaculture Centre of Excellence, and Dr. Nick Savidov, Senior Research Scientist at the Aquaculture Centre of Excellence take us on a deep dive into aquaponics!   They explain how their aquaponics facility works, including their state-of-the-art biofiltration technology that’s taking reduce, reuse, recycle to a whole new level. With a proper set up, aquaponics creates a synergistic ecosystem where fish, plants, and microorganisms can thrive indefinitely.  John and Nick also share about upcoming applied research projects, and about their microcredential series which have garnered the interest of – and collaboration with – the largest aquaponics association in the world.  References:  Peruse Aquaponics Microcredentials here! Aquaculture Centre of Excellence Difference between aquaculture, hydroponics, and aquaponics:  Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms like fish, shrimp, or aquatic plants in controlled environments, such as tanks or ponds, for food or commercial purposes.  Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, where roots are submerged in a nutrient-rich water solution or grow in soilless media using nutrient solutions.  Aquaponics is a symbiotic ecosystem combining aquaculture (raising fish), hydroponics (growing plants without soil), and microorganisms. Fish waste provides nutrients for plants and microorganisms, and the plants and microorganisms purify the water for the fish.  VR – Virtual reality   RAS – Recirculating aquaculture system  A drum filter in aquaponics is a mechanical filtration system that uses a rotating drum to separate solid waste from liquid waste.  An oxygenator in aquaponics adds oxygen to the water, helping fish breathe and promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria that break down fish waste into nutrients for plants.  A biofilter in aquaponics harbours bacteria (nitrifiers) that convert toxic ammonia into nitrate through a two-step process. A bioreactor in aquaponics is a chamber that utilizes aerobic microorganisms to break down and liquify all solid fish waste that is separated and collected from the system. Aerobic is key, as most bioreactors are anaerobic. A trickling (carbon) filter in aquaponics is both a mechanical and self-regenerating biofilter where water trickles over a physical medium (such as charcoal) and slowly drains through.  Microorganisms colonize this medium and help to break down harmful (typically liquid) fish wast

Doctor Bhuvinder Vaid, an Education Developer from Capilano University, and Doctor Gwen Nguyen and Britt Dzioba who are Advisors on the Learning and Teaching team at BCcampus, join the pod for a sustained conversation around positionality. This trio dives deeply into this concept, and explores how positionality is a practice that can break down equity barriers and help students feel a greater sense of inclusivity and belonging in their learning environments. Bhuvinder, Britt and Gwen share how to craft a positionality statement, and how taking this reflexive step in your teaching practice can help you and your students relate with each other, and even foster deeper community in your classroom. During the episode, Gwen, Bhuvinder, Britt and Donna (host) mention: BCcampus  Capilano University  Gwen & Bhuvinder’s FLO Friday Webinar: Where to Position Positionality in Your Work  Positionality versus Intersectionality UBC – University of British Columbia   University of Victoria  BC Ministry of Children and Family Development   Instructor Certification Program (ICP) at Lethbridge College  Universal design for learning (UDL) Bringing the Practice of Positionality into Teaching and Learning by Britt Dzioba This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do The Work (by Tiffany Jewell)  Haiku – a Japanese form of poetry with 3 lines: the first line contains 5 syllables, the second contains 7 syllables, and the last line contains 5 syllables  Reflect on Your Positionality to Ensure Student Success by Christine Harrington SoTL - Scholarship of Teaching and Learning  “H

Joshua Hill, an instructor at Lethbridge College, shares about his exciting course-build on Environmental Psychology and Conservation.  Josh explains how this course can help students better understand the psychological motivations in choosing certain behaviours over others in wildlife settings and interactions. Because the topic is so broad, Josh found it challenging to wrangle his ideas into a manageable course – and this is where he appreciated help from CTLI and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). Through personalized guidance, and access to SoTL, Josh was able to focus his idea into meaningful and digestible content. This will ultimately enable students to graduate with practical, applicable skills for their industry. During the podcast, Josh and Donna mention:  The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) E19: How the Trades Fosters Critical Thinking and Lifelong Learning in the Community (Josh's last appearance on the LITL-Pod) Scenic Drive, Lethbridge Alberta (this roadway connects north and south Lethbridge)  Runner's Soul  ExploreYQL  Waterton Biosphere Region  Alberta invests in program to stop grizzlies from wandering onto farms (CBC News)  Banff bear attack 2023 (Trigger warning: this article contains details that may be disturbing) Tim’s – Tim Hortons  Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Innovation (CTLI)  ChatGPT  Jaddon Park Brianne Hutchinson Alberta Parks CBC – Canadian Broadcasting Corporation  Environmental Psychology and Conservation will be an elective course for the following Lethbridge College programs:  <a href='https://lethbridgecollege.ca/programs-and-courses/general-arts-and-science?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=S

Nelson Lateeph, host of Under The Bridge – Tha Podcast, sits down with Donna and Jordana to talk about his experience moving to Lethbridge with his family from Cape Town, South Africa. Nelson is passionate about social development in the city, and has some practical ideas on how international students (and newcomers in general) can get more involved with their community to foster a greater sense of joy and belonging. During this conversation, Donna, Nelson, and Jordana mention: Under The Bridge - Tha Podcast Cape Town, South Africa  Motivational speaker in Lethbridge – Kimberly Lyall: Life Is An Adventure | Under The Bridge Tha Podcast | Ep.09  Downtown Lethbridge: Festival Square  BRZ - Business Revitalization Zone   Heart of Our City Committee  Lethbridge Soccer Association  University of Lethbridge  Black History Month African diaspora Pan-Africanism Malcolm X Martin Luther King Jr. Rosa Parks   Creative videographer & mentor – Michael Worf: Coalbanks' Love Letter To Lethbridge | Under The Bridge Tha Podcast | Ep.05  Temptations restaurant, Bar, Lounge & Nightclub  CASA The Galt Museum & Archives SAE – Southern Alberta Ethnic Association (Multicultural Centre) Gatsby (sandwich)  “If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, Mohammed will go to the mountain” essentially means: “If things aren’t going your way, you’ll have to adjust the way they are.”  Jarre

In this thought-provoking episode, we recognize Black History Month (BHM) with a meaningful panel discussion featuring Lethbridge College students: Sharon Boit, Susan Samaila, and Raihau-Milz Izonyobore. The trio discuss the significance of BHM events at the college, and share heart-felt dialogue about Black culture and identity, including influences like language, education, tradition, and intersectionality. During the episode, Sharon, Susan, Raihau, and Donna (host) mention: List of BHM events at Lethbridge College  LCSA – Lethbridge College Student Association General Arts and Science – Pre-Social Work Major planning guide Administrative Office Professional program at Lethbridge College Criminal Justice - Policing program at Lethbridge College  How to make Nigerian scrambled eggs (3-minute video)  BHM meal kit pickup – Eastern African meal (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, Congo, Sudan)  Register for a meal kit HERE  Kenya (Google Maps) Utamaduni Day – a celebration of all the cultures in Kenya  Cultural appropriation  Mursik (fermented milk)  Nigeria (Google Maps) FGM – Female genital mutilation  <a href='https://www.google.com/maps/place/Burundi/@-3.38872

Alexander McEwan, an aspiring K-12 teacher set to graduate with his bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Lethbridge, shares about his unique teaching practicum last semester at Chinook High School.  Along with running an AI research project, Alex explored creative ways to introduce his students to generative AI. Using tools like Class Companion and ChatGPT, Alex showed his students how to simplify dense text, clarify concepts through metaphors and analogies, and assess their knowledge through interactive conversations with AI – i.e., his “AI Socratic Seminar Assignment”.  Alex goes into depth about this experimental assignment that, through a creative ChatGPT prompt, sparked conversations that helped students think critically and get targeted real-time feedback.  During the podcast, Alex and Donna (host) mention:  University of Lethbridge  Bachelor of Education  Chinook High School in Lethbridge, Alberta Generative AI – a category of artificial intelligence that creates new content, such as text, images, or music, by learning patterns from existing data and generating output that is similar or inspired by that data.  Class Companion  ChatGPT  Socrates  OpenAI  French Revolution  Alex’s AI Socratic Seminar Assignment ChatGPT prompt to assess students’ understanding: As an expert in the Socratic method, assess my knowledge and understanding by asking me one question at a time about _______. Ask me a series of questions to measure my understanding of _______. Ask follow-up questions when I show shallow understanding or vagueness in my response. Once you are confident you know my level of understanding, please stop the conversation and give me some productive feedback on my responses. Do you understand?  Treaty of Versailles  Academic integrity – the ethical practice of honesty, fairness, and ethical conduct in all aspects of academic work, including research, writing, and assessments, to uphold the values and standards of educational institutions.  "Ableist" refers to discriminatory attitudes, behaviors, or beliefs that discriminate against or marginalize individuals with disabilities, reinforcing prejudices or stereotypes about their abilities and worth.  “Burstiness” in AI – the phenomenon where a system or model produces a sudden and concentrated burst of responses, often due to the presence of specific input patte

“Recognize that unlearning is the highest form of learning.” – Rumi  Liz Cernigoy, chair of Lethbridge College's nursing program, and nursing instructor Danielle Aitkens expand on the recent effort to rebuild the college’s nursing curriculum with a focus on EDI. The pair explore ideas around how we teach, and how students learn so that more learning styles can be accommodated.   By teaching from a place of humility, Liz and Danielle hope to graduate students who will not only flourish as professionals and affect positive changes in their communities, but also recognize their inherent biases, and stretch their thinking as they grow and evolve as people.  During the podcast, Liz, Danielle, and Donna (host) mention:  TRC – Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada  University of Lethbridge  Intersectionality EDI – Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Health and Wellness Programs at Lethbridge College  Alberta Health Services  Covenant Health CASN – Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing   The CASN Biennial Canadian Nursing Education Conference 2023  STATEMENT– CASN apologizes to Indigenous peoples of Canada for colonial harms resulting from nursing education (Dec. 11. 2023)  NESA – Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta (Bachelor of Nursing)  White privilege Story Theory (journal article) Tokenism  Hi-Fi (high-fidelity) Simulation  Gamification  Talking Circles (journal arti

Jaclyn Doherty, dean of Lethbridge College’s Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Innovation, celebrates our 50th episode with us! She and Donna commiserate over past episodes and discuss the evolving strategies that influence Jackie's efforts to foster an agile and collaborative culture within CTLI.  This episode is dedicated to our dear friend and colleague, Melissa Reed Boogaart. She was a warm and loving person whom we’ll greatly miss. This one’s for you, Melissa. During the episode, Jackie and Donna mention:  Most-memorable episodes:  E12: Bonus episode – 16 Hours more Innovative but 40% Wrong (Ben O'Hara and Tim Moss Australia CTL)  E11: Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL), Virtual and Augmented Reality, and creating environments to thrive in (Eric and Spencer with their instructor, Kris Hodgeson-Bright)  E41: How ChatGPT is Evolving the Way We Teach and Assess Academic Writing (Dr. Alec Couros)  E38: STUDENT PANEL – Cherishing the Cultural and Community Connections of Black History Month (Black History Month student panel interview)  E39: A Critical Look at ChatGPT in Education – How Natural Language Processors are Shifting Our Perspective on Teaching, Learning and Assessments (Dr. Brenda McDermott on AI and academic integrity)  E47: Updates in STEM – Sparking real-world connections between K-12 and the Trades to foster early career passions (STEM project)  E49: Generative AI and instructional design: Emphasizing the process of learning over the product of learning (Kristin and Craig talking about generative AI)  Jackie’s doctoral dissertation: A Blueprint for Promoting Innovation, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, and Collaboration  Western University  <a href='https://w

Kristin Bond and Craig McCarthy, instructional designers at Lethbridge College, join the pod to talk about their experimentation using generative AI to help build course rubrics. The pair discuss how ChatGPT saves hours on tedious, low-level tasks, and creates opportunities for more creative, higher-level thinking in course development. Craig and Kristin pose thoughtful questions about a more reflective learning process, and how, through open dialogue, instructors and students can navigate how to use generative AI, both in project work and in assessment methods. During the recording, Craig, Kristin, and Donna (host) mention: UDL – Universal Design for Learning  University of Lethbridge  SAMR – Substitution, augmentation, modification, redefinition  SAMR and AI Chatbots  Grammarly  Teaching Writing with Generative AI by Leon Furze (how generative AI is shifting how English instructors are grading writing)  John Dewey’s Learning Theory: How We Learn Through Experience (the process of learning vs product of learning comes from John Dewy’s teaching philosophy)  AI: the New Electricity? by Dr. Phillipa Hardman (she discussed reframing how we think of AI, not as technology but more as an infrastructure)  Prompt engineering – giving generative AI context (such as a role) for what you’re asking. For example, a prompt could be: “You’re a marine biologist working on Vancouver Island. What are your top 5 climate change concerns regarding your industry?” Generally, the more context you can provide, the better your generative AI output will be.  Try out Chat GPT! It’s so easy to try, and your experiments might surprise you. You could start with a prompt as simple as: “Hey it’s my first time here. Tell me what to ask you!”

Trudi Mason, dean of Justice and Human Services; Lowell Yellowhorn, manager of Indigenous services, and Mark Smallbones, instructor and placement advisor with the School of Justice Studies, discuss the massive community effort in developing Lethbridge College’s Indigenous Policing Microdcredentials.  This six-course suite was created by several key stakeholders with unique lenses, including members of the Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot Confederacy), Métis Nation, and Blood Tribe Police Service. These microcredentials are helping public safety officers (and anyone who takes them) better understand, empathize with, and serve Indigenous communities in southern Alberta.  During the episode, Trudi, Lowell, Mark, and Donna (host) mention: Indigenous Policing Microcredentials Suite:  History, Culture, and Reconciliation  Trust, Respect, and Communication  Human Trafficking  Intimate Partner Violence catching people. This is a Blackfoot term some people use to describe the police RCMP – Royal Canadian Mounted Police  Piikani Nation  Lone Fighter challenges (Lone Fighters divert Oldman)   LNID – Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District  The Cardston Blockade of 1980 (2-minute news report)  Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump World Heritage Site  Sundance: Blackfoot spirituality from a member of the Horn Society on Face to Face  Red Crow College  Kainai Peacemaking Center Sod Turning Ceremony (3-minute video)  Stand Off, Alberta  <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chief_Mou

Warren Anderson and Spencer Wenzel from Westwind School Division, and Eric Mitchell, an automotive instructor from Lethbridge College, share how the STEM collaboration has evolved between Westwind School Division and the college. The trio discuss their roles in the collab, and dive into detail on the resources they're developing – specifically the STEM kits that are helping to make learning sticky for students. These kits are categorized into three tiers, including demo kits, tool kits, and project kits, and they offer learners practical examples to help build deeper conceptual learning. During the podcast, Warren, Spencer, Eric, and Donna (host) mention: STEM at Lethbridge College  Westwind School Division LITL-Pod E28: K-12 STEM Collaboration - Supporting Authentic Learning Experiences through the Trades  Centre for Trades at Lethbridge College   Wind Turbine Technician at Lethbridge College  Carpentry Apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Welding Apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Plumber Apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Culinary Arts at Lethbridge College  Heavy Equipment Technician Apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Agriculture Equipment Technician Apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician at Lethbridge College  Electrician Apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Oersted’s compass demonstration (2½ -minute video)  Ohm’s law states that the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage across it and inversely proportional to the resistance.  Want to talk about STEM/STEAM? Have feedback on the kits or sug

Kelly Thompson, Lethbridge College business instructor, is making waves in the third iteration of her project management class–where students are building, managing and implementing group projects (typically fundraisers for local charities). Kelly is joined by her former student, Josh Helmer, and the pair discuss the far-reaching impacts this hands-on teaching style has for learners, instructors, and the community as a whole.  During the podcast, Kelly, Josh, and Donna mention:  Lethbridge College Business Administration  University of Lethbridge  Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charity  Boys & Girls Club Lethbridge  Lethbridge Foodbank  Aha moment  WBS – work breakdown structure  Interested in implementing student-led learning projects in your classroom? Reach out to Kelly Thompson to chat!

Marni Hope Miisomii'kitsikaakii (Long Time Offering), Lethbridge College’s Indigenous student support and events coordinator, shares about Truth and Reconciliation events happening around campus. Marni emphasizes the far-reaching impacts of these efforts, and ways we can personalize and practice applying Truth and Reconciliation principles daily.  During the podcast, Marni and guest-host, Jordana, mention:  Winter Count Robe  Lethbridge Kodiaks Indigenous Logo  Kodiaks Athletics Lethbridge College Culinary Arts Program Lethbridge College Culinary Services Bannock  Fry bread  ELT - Executive Leadership Team  Piikani Nation Blackfoot Confederacy  Blackfoot Confederacy Flag  Trades Building, Cousins Building (view locations on a Lethbridge College virtual tour)  Hubbard Collection virtual tour  Indigenous Services at Lethbridge College  William Singer 3rd biography   Innii is the Blackfoot word meaning Buffalo Interactive map of residential schools in North America  Wider Horizons Fall 2023: The New Buffalo –> be sure to pick up a hard copy at the college or around the city of Lethbridge!  Sundance - Blackfoot spirituality from a member of the Horn Society on Face to Face  Video: We Are Aikowania  This logo won a CCAA Innovation

Rosemary Shannon, Instructor and Chair of Lethbridge College’s Massage Therapy Program, shares her use of narrative instruction that's bringing learning to life for her students. Rosemary uses illustrative language to guide her students in developing hands-on skills from day one. This method not only saves Rosemary hours in demonstration time, but it’s also helping her students gain confidence in establishing a practice that’s uniquely their own. References:  Massage Therapy Program at Lethbridge College  Draping (in massage therapy) uses sheets, towels, or blankets to cover and expose only the specific areas of the body being worked on while maintaining the client's comfort, privacy, and modesty. Effleurage is a massage technique characterized by long, gliding strokes using the palms or fingertips, typically used as a gentle and relaxing introductory movement.  Malcolm Gladwell popularized that achieving expert-level proficiency in a field typically requires around 10,000 hours (about one year and one and a half months) of deliberate practice, as highlighted in his book, Outliers: The Story of Success. Coaldale, Alberta Want to join a narrative instruction community of practice? Connect with Rosemary Shannon!

Dr. Tai Munro, Sustainability Professor at MacEwan University, and Dr. Jaddon Park, Educational Development Specialist at Lethbridge College, share how sustainability is a common throughline connecting us all – from agriculture to accounting! Tai and Jaddon discuss the social and cultural implications of striving for holistic sustainability, and how it can empower both instructors and students to see beyond 'the triple bottom line' and into a space of community, multiculturalism and Systems Thinking.  References MacEwan University  SDGs – Sustainable Development Goals  Systems Thinking  Competencies for Advancing Transformations Towards Sustainability Student Core Competencies  Greenest School in Nepal  Triple Bottom Line Three Pillars of Sustainability Alternative Grading  CoP - Community of Practice

Guests from Lethbridge College gather to share about an innovative Peer-to-Peer Mentorship initiative from the college's Learning Café and Student Affairs. Laura Coad (she/her), Integrated Support Specialist/Academic Writing Strategist, Elizabeth Eremenko (she/her), Academic Strategist Math and Science, and Kelly Bari (she/her), Coordinator First Year Experience, discuss how this initiative is supporting both mentors and mentees in creating a space of belonging, connection – and soft-skills development.  References:  Criminal Justice Policing – CJ  Bachelor of Nursing (NESA)  NESA: Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta  Kodiaks Athletics  CAST – Center for Applied Special Technology  Student Affairs  Learning Café  Student Core Competencies SAIT – Southern Alberta Institute of Technology  Laura’s reference to the article about salespeople versus peers: Why peer mentoring is an effective approach for promoting college student success

Dr. Lindy Ledohowski, COO at Wizeprep, Dr. Alec Couros, educational technology & media professor at the University of Regina, and Tatiana Kloster, faculty development lead and academic student support lead from Lethbridge College join the podcast! The trio discusses the good, the bad, and the exciting potential ChatGPT is creating in our teaching and learning ecosystems. They pose thoughtful questions on intelligently integrating language models into the curriculum – not only to accommodate learners and facilitate critical thinking but to mitigate limitations and address ethical implications this technology inherently brings with it.  References: Wizeprep EssayJack Turing.com OpenAI Quillbot Hamlet  Fuco Ueda Dr. Sarah Elaine Eaton – 6 Tenets of Postplagiarism: Writing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence  Chegg.com  UDL - universal design for learning Khan Academy Duolingo U of R CTL - Centre for Teaching & Learning Artificial Intelligence and YOU – A Mini MOOC facilitated by Dr. Alec Couros

Seanna Uglem (Career Development Coordinator) and Tanya Weder (Multimedia Production Instructor) join us from Lethbridge College to shed light on the importance of the Student Core Competencies (SCCs) and how learners are naturally developing these critical life skills within curriculum. SCCs (such as critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, communication, etc.) are among the soft skills employers are looking for in future employees, and so, integrating SCCs into curriculum is equipping learners for greater professional success as they transition into the workforce. References:  Student Core Competencies  Multimedia Production Program at Lethbridge College   Student Hive  Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation  Multimedia Production project with SCCs (testimonials) Welder apprenticeship at Lethbridge College  Alberta 2030: Building skills for jobs 10-year strategy for post-secondary education  “Stakeholders agree that the post-secondary education system plays a crucial role in education as a whole and it's essential to prepare learners for careers. As such, it should focus on broadly applicable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership and communication” (Alberta Advanced Education, 2021, p.13).  Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein  Imposter Syndrome  Discord  TECCONNECT  AR – Augmented Reality  VR – Virtual Reality

Dr. Brenda McDermott, Manager of Accessible Testing at the University of Calgary joins us to discuss her team’s research project – Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity: The Ethics of Teaching and Learning with Algorithmic Writing Technologies. Dr. McDermott shares her thoughts on the possibilities of how AI text generators like ChatGPT have the potential to empower – but also seriously hinder – learners, especially when considering equity, diversity and inclusion. References: ChatGPT  GPT – Generative Pre-trained Transformer  Adapted Turing Test  Brock education researchers put artificial intelligence to the test  AI and AI: Exploring the Contemporary Intersections of Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity  Grammarly  GPT-Zero  Correction: Edward Tian (a student at Princeton University) created GPT-Zero  Inferkit  The Scottish Play, i.e., The Tragedy of Macbeth: “Full of Sound and Fury but signifying nothing”  One-shot learning  OpenAI Dr. Phillip Dawson  Bloom’s Taxonomy  CBC News Article: Should students use apps to write assignments? Attitudes on the U of C campus surveyed CAPTCHA – Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart  Bing  Remix Culture  The Grey Album  <a href='https:/

Students Alaina Tolman, Amy-Lee Lateeph, Jojo Kariuki, and Stefan Joseph gather around the mic to discuss Black History Month and how it has shaped them as BIPOC students. The guests emphasize the importance of honouring and celebrating the efforts and accomplishments of those who came before, and consider how they will forge their own identities in the college community and beyond.  References: Black History Month at Lethbridge College (including the schedule of events)  General Arts & Science Program at Lethbridge College  Child and Youth Care Program at Lethbridge College  CIT: Computer Information Technology Computer Information Technology Program at Lethbridge College  Business Administration Program at Lethbridge College  Cape Coloured – descended from many generations of mixed ancestors  Nelson Mandella  Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela  Amapiano  Listen to Amapiano Grooves Playlist on Spotify  Apartheid  Faculty of Arts & Science Department of History Programs at the University of Lethbridge  EDI – Equity, Diversity and Inclusion  Wellness Services at Lethbridge College, including mental health resources

Andie Hanson (she/her), Access Specialist from Lethbridge College, shares on new software her department is piloting called Accommodate by Simplicity. This tech shows promise in helping to better support students challenged by disabilities, as well as streamlining workflow for staff and faculty. Innovative solutions like this are one of the many steps being taken to help level the playing field for all learners at Lethbridge College. References:  Accommodate by Simplicity Other institutions seeing success: Gateway Community College Uses Accommodate to Better Serve Students with Disabilities  For more information on this new software, reach out to Andie Hanson ([email protected]), or simply visit Accessibility Services at Lethbridge College Testing Services Lethbridge College CTLI Camp Horizon

Camina Weasel Moccasin (Indigenous Curator at the Lethbridge Galt Museum and Archives), Kris Hodgeson-Bright (Lethbridge College faculty member) and Nelson Rabbit (Lethbridge College student alumnus) share their work in retelling the story of the Battle of Belly River from a) a Blackfoot perspective and b) the lens of virtual and augmented reality. It’s been a major endeavour for the group, with challenges and triumphs along the way! The trio speaks about last year’s 152nd-anniversary event and the importance of honouring and respecting the varied Indigenous perspectives of this epic story. References:  Global News Story: 152nd anniversary of the Battle of Belly River   Galt Museum & Archives  Digital Communications and Media Program (Lethbridge College)  The Battle of Belly River: The Last Great Indian Battle The Battle of Belly River Project  Reconciliation Lethbridge  CTLI Team  Photogrammetry  Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park   Head-Smashed-In-Buffalo-Jump World Heritage Site   Esplanade in Medicine Hat  Sketchfab  Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Certificate (Lethbridge College)  Blender – 3D Modelling Program  Medium Theory  Niitsitapi: an all-encompassing Blackfoot term meaning real people, or all Indian, Aboriginal, or Indigenous peoples, including those who have Blackfoot as their language.  Piikani Kainai

Brad Donaldson, president and CEO of Lethbridge College, joins us to talk about leadership, learning, and the nature of innovation. In this down-to-earth conversation, Brad expands on the beauty of approaching every opportunity with a mindset of curiosity and ‘purposeful experimentation’. We learn about his leadership goals, his 'WHY' at the college, and we hear about some of Brad’s favourite, newly discovered spots in the city he now calls home: Lethbridge!  References: Hubbard Wildlife Collection Aquaculture Centre Ag Research Farm  Centre for Trades  SPHERE Lab Red Deer College SAIT Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens  Fort Whoop-Up  Brad’s Doctoral Dissertation: Towards Leading Adaptable Colleges: A Description of the Potential for Experimentation in Three British Columbia Colleges  Stephen Covey: Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood  Definition: Coulee Start With Why by Simon Sinek The Peripheral Game of Thrones  Ted Lasso Virgin River

In this special panel-style episode, a full roster of guests joins us to talk about their joint passion: Makerspaces! Guests share about their challenges, triumphs – and of course, the exciting new developments in these “innovation incubators”. The VIP list includes Jessie Sorensen from Lethbridge College, Jon Newman from Olds College, Rob Horlacher from the University of Lethbridge, and Rich McCue from the University of Victoria!  Acart  Machina  Raspberry Pi  Arduino  Open Educational Resources (OERs)  Makey Makey  Universal Design for Learning (UDL)  Design Thinking  Olds College – Teaching & Learning Centre of Innovation  Makerspace at Olds College  UofL – Innovation Zone  Project Sandbox  UVic – Libraries Digital Scholarship Commons  Creative Commons Licensed Workshop Curriculum  Lethbridge College – Keep an eye on CTLI’s Learning Innovation Site as Jessie continues to develop the college’s makerspace  Listen to Rich’s solo interview on makerspaces here: Exploring Makerspaces in Post-Secondary Education

Kris Hodgson-Bright, a faculty member from Lethbridge College, shares about his applied research project: Immersive Storytelling on the Battle of Belly River. Kris collaborated with Indigenous Elders, student alumni, faculty, and other key community members to build this powerful medium that will help bring forward the Indigenous perspective on this iconic historic event. References DCM – Digital Communications and Media Program  McConnell Foundation  The Battle of Belly River  Medium Theory  Galt Museum & Archives Piikani Kainai Unity  Blender  Sketchfab  Writing-on-Stone National Park  Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump  Photogrammetry  Nvidia NeRF – Neural Radiance Fields  Reconciliation Lethbridge Lethbridge Historical Society  The Battle at Belly River: Stories of the Last Great Indian Battle Virtual Augmented Reality Certificate at Lethbridge College  Spatial Technologies Applied Research & Training (START)  Expressions Magazine

Lowell Yellowhorn, manager of Indigenous Services at Lethbridge College joins us to talk about Global Citizenship and how some Elders and Indigenous leaders view post-secondary education as the ‘New Buffalo’. Lowell delves into the history of what the buffalo meant to the Blackfoot people and shares his thoughts on how higher education is vital for better, brighter futures for the next generation – especially for Indigenous peoples.  References:  Maslow’s hierarchy of needs  Tsuu  Plains Cree  Sodo  Paiute  Kootenay  Piikani Nation  Indian Act  Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump 7 Student Core Competencies (Lowell narrates a beautiful video on the core competencies on this page)  Human Services Early Childhood Education Educational Assistant Child and Youth Care Check out the worldwide social media event, Rock Your Mocks from November 13 to 19! Be sure to wear your moccasins 😉

Rich McCue, manager of the University of Victoria’s Libraries Digital Scholarship Commons, joins us to talk about Makerspaces in academia. Makerspaces are physical and virtual places where students, staff and faculty are free to experiment, explore ideas – and make some pretty cool stuff! They support active learning and promote innovation in everything from eco-friendly products to more immersive Dungeons and Dragons experiences! During the recording, Rich and Donna mention: UVic Libraries: Digital Scholarship Commons (DSC)  DSC Creative Commons licensed workshops  3D Design & Print workshop  Electronic kits: Arduino Raspberry Pi     Inkscape  GitHub  Rich's wooden business cards Rich’s Badge research: Makerspace Workshop Badges: Student Perceptions & Uses of Informal Credentialing   Infographic  Sketchnote Workshop (Doodle Your Way to Better Grades)  Sencoten language  3D printed letters that the DSC helped create & print: Sencoten Letters Twine  Bioluminescent glowsticks  Light by Nyoka  ISAM conference video: Library Makerspaces: Outreach and Programming for the Whole Campus (libraries as neutral ground on campus)

Tune in, hit play and get inspired as Danielle Simard, an instructor in the Centre for Business, Arts and Sciences at Lethbridge College, and one of her students, Tracy Sjovold, discuss the impact of student-led assessments. This innovative, authentic assessment method is showing promise in fostering real-world life skills, not only in developing critical thinking and promoting more active learning but also in holding students accountable to empower their own learning experiences. References: CBAS - Centre for Business, Arts and Sciences Lethbridge College's Learning Café Embedded Librarianship Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) University of York Self-Led Student Assessment: a solid resource to help get people started thinking about building a student-led assessment The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism, by Naoki Higashida Melanie Hamilton's SoTL podcast

Tune in, hit play and get inspired as Melanie Hamilton, Lethbridge College’s SoTL research lead (and Chair of SoTL Canada!) shares about her favourite four-letter word: SoTL! This scholarship not only clarifies research and makes it more accessible, but also helps instructors renew and reform their teaching strategies. All it takes is a dash of passion and a splash of curiosity - and you can spark your very own research project, with all the support you need from the friendly SoTL community.  References:  Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)  Origins of SoTL: Ernest L. Boyer  SoTL Canada  ISSOTL: The International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning  Nicola Simmons’ 4M framework as analytic lens for SoTL’s impact: A study of seven scholars  Jennifer C. Friberg  Scholarly Teaching and Research (STAR) Grant  Upcoming SoTL Conferences: Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) on June 9, 2022, at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, ON ISSOTL2022 on November 2 – 5 at UBC’s Okanagan Campus in Kelowna, BC The Symposium on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning on November 10 - 12 hosted by Mount Royal University in Banff, AB  If you’re curious about getting started on your own SoTL research, contact Mel at [email protected]