Redesigning course with Canvas Baseline Practices leads to new insights

Nicole is looking forward to the perks this redesign will bring to her teaching next semester. Working with a Learning Technologist from Ranga Auaha Ako has opened her eyes to new teaching strategies. For instance, she’s planning to post weekly materials and preparatory directions in modules before lectures, so students can review them early. She believes this small change will mean students come to class ready to dive deeper into discussions.

Figure 3 – How to format text in Canvas so that it is accessible to all, including students using screen reading software 

The new course design is all about giving students the tools they need to take charge of their learning. But as an equity advocate, Nicole is also considering how the comprehensive and accessible course offering on Canvas might influence students’ decisions about attending in-person lectures. She’s pondering the balance between providing a complete online experience and maintaining the value of face-to-face interactions.

Nicole, who’s also taught at the University of Sydney using Canvas, was quick to pick up on CBP when she joined UoA. She’s impressed by the Learning Technologist’s attention to detail and the smooth process, which only took a few meetings and emails. She’s all for encouraging her UoA colleagues to get involved with RAA’s Learning Technologists if they have the chance.

Related topics: blended learning / technology-enhanced learning