About the Session
How we show up as educators and how we invite learners to participate matters. In this interactive session, we will explore teaching presence and the values behind our teaching choices.
Through guided reflection and group discussion, you will connect your own experiences to research‑informed models. You will leave with fresh perspectives and tangible ideas to strengthen your presence in your courses, no matter the modality.
As part of this exploration, we will draw on the Community of Inquiry Model (Garrison, Anderson, and Archer, 1999) and the Circle of Courage Model (Brendtro, Brokenleg, and Bockern, 2013) as lenses for reflection and insight.
Learning Outcomes
Following this session, you will be able to:
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- Reflect on conceptual models of presence and values in teaching and learning
- Identify values and intentions that shape teaching choices
- Develop at least one actionable idea for enhancing presence in your courses
References
- Brendtro, L. K., Brokenleg, M., and Van Bockern, S. (2013). The Circle of Courage: Developing Resilience and Capacity in Youth. International Journal for Talent Development and Creativity, 1(1), 67–74.
- Garrison, D. R., Anderson, T., and Archer, W. (1999). Critical Inquiry in a Text-Based Environment: Computer Conferencing in Higher Education. The Internet and Higher Education, 2(2–3), 87–105.
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This session will be recorded, archived, and shared with course registrants.
About the Facilitator
Steve Chase is an Educational Developer (Academic Quality Assurance) with a background in K–12 teaching, program coordination, and curriculum development. He has been in education since 2007, seeking and savouring opportunities to collaborate with other educators to support learner-centered courses and program design. His recent work focuses on partnerships with faculty to explore practical approaches to teaching and course design supporting meaningful learning experiences and continuous improvement in higher education.
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