About the Panel
GenAI is now part of the everyday reality of post-secondary education. Educators across B.C. are navigating a mix of curiosity, concern, as well as fatigue as they decide how, or whether, to engage with these tools in their work to support teaching and learning. This panel brings together sector leaders, educators, and researchers to explore how we might move beyond simple “ban or embrace” narratives towards rethinking teaching and learning with GenAI with particular focus on human-centred approaches and open pedagogy.
This panel will be moderated by Helena Prins, an Advisor on the Learning + Teaching team.
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About the Facilitators
Gwen Nguyen is a Learning + Teaching Advisor with BCcampus. Gwen holds a PhD in education studies from the University of Victoria and a MA in applied linguistics from Saint Michael’s College. Recently, Gwen has developed a keen interest in exploring pedagogical approaches that ethically and creatively integrate AI into teaching and learning. Gwen comes to this panel to set the stage, bringing a GenAI-literacy-in-teaching lens grounded in her work at BCcampus, where she has been observing the tension between resistance and reimaging education while developing support channels for educators, including the open access BCcampus GenAI in Teaching and Learning Toolkit and related initiatives.
Dr. Neil Fassina took on the role of President at Okanagan College in April 2021, inspired by the college’s reputation for transforming lives and communities. Dr. Fassina earned his PhD in Management from the Rotman School of Business at the University of Toronto and holds a BSc in Psychology from the University of Calgary. He is recognized as a Fellow Chartered Professional in Human Resources (FCPHR) and a Chartered Director (ICD.D) through the Institute of Chartered Directors. He has contributed to numerous refereed articles, co-authored a Canadian Human Resource Management textbook and enjoys speaking about the future of education and its role in economic and social development. Before joining Okanagan College, Neil served as President of Athabasca University from 2016 to 2021. His previous roles include Provost and Vice President Academic at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) and Dean of the JR Shaw School of Business and School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts. Throughout his academic career, he has taught at the University of Toronto, the University of Calgary, the University of Manitoba, and in executive education programs.
Elizabeth Childs is a professor in the School of Education and Technology at Royal Roads University. She has worked in government, industry, and academia and consulted nationally and internationally. She is interested in the design, creation, and implementation of flexible learning environments that incorporate the affordances of technologies and provide learners with increased access, choice, flexibility, and opportunities. Dr. Childs’ research interests include online and blended learning, open education and open pedagogy, online learning communities and digital habitats, socio-emotional learning and immersive professional development, design thinking, and participatory design approaches.
Sharon Stein is an Associate Professor of Higher Education and Professor of Climate Complexity and Coloniality in the Department of Educational Studies at the University of British Columbia. She is the author of Unsettling the University: Confronting the Colonial Foundations of US Higher Education, and a co-founder of the Gesturing Towards Decolonial Futures Arts/Research Collective. She is focused on an inquiry about the possibilities of earth-aligned AI for education – that is, AI that can help scaffold a transition from reductionist, anthropocentric learning toward relational intelligence and planetary responsibility.
Jessica Rizk, PhD, is a Senior Research Associate at the Conference Board of Canada. A former K–12 teacher and current post-secondary educator, she leads national research on education, workforce development, and AI literacy, focusing on how institutions and educators can adapt to an AI-enabled future. Her work bridges research, policy, and practice, bringing a perspective centered on equity, innovation, and preparing learners for the evolving demands of work and education.
We’re excited to introduce the GenAI Teaching Lounge: an informal, virtual space where educators can gather over a hot drink to explore teaching ideas with Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Curious about using AI tools to support assessment design? Wondering how to centralize student voices when integrating AI into coursework? Or simply want to share your own stories and tea with others? The Lounge is your space to ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn with colleagues.
No lectures, no recordings—just conversation, connection, and curiosity. Join us for a 45-minute drop-in session designed to generate practical takeaways and strengthen our teaching community.
Sessions
Sessions will be held from 2:00–2:45 p.m. PT:
- October 21, 2025
- November 25, 2025
- January 13, 2026
- February 17, 2026
- March 10, 2026
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This session will not be recorded.
Hosts
Gwen Nguyen (she/her) is a Learning + Teaching Advisor at BCcampus supporting the adaptation and evolution of teaching and learning practices in post-secondary education through collaboration, innovation, and digital technologies. Gwen worked as a learning experience designer at the University of Victoria (UVic), supporting educators with developing and delivering face-to-face, hybrid and online courses. She has also worked as a university lecturer and researcher at UVic and the Kanazawa Institute of Technology in Japan. Gwen holds a PhD in education studies and an MA in applied linguistics. Recently, Gwen has cultivated a keen interest in pedagogical strategies that ethically and creatively incorporate AI into teaching and learning.
Britt Dzioba (she/her) is a Learning + Teaching Advisor at BCcampus where she works to support educators in developing their digital skills through resource development. As a neurodivergent educator, she is passionate about helping faculty create more inclusive learning environments that support neurodivergent students. Britt holds a Master of Education from the University of British Columbia, specializing in adult learning. Her graduate research focused on digital literacy education in community-based programs.
Helena Prins (she/her) is a Learning + Teaching Advisor at BCcampus, where she coordinates the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) portfolio. She began her career as a high school teacher in South Africa. Over the past 20 years, she has taught students of all ages and stages on four continents. A golden thread throughout her career has been breaking down barriers to learning. Prior to joining BCcampus in 2020, she worked as a career learning and development advisor at Royal Roads University.
About the Event
Generative AI is transforming how students learn and produce work, raising urgent questions about how we design meaningful and fair assessments. Join us for this in-person workshop at Camosun College in Victoria, B.C. to explore alternative approaches moving beyond simply “catching” AI use, and focusing on fostering critical, authentic, and reflective learning.
We’ll revisit the three purposes of assessment (of, for, and as learning) to examine how each is disrupted and reimagined by GenAI. Participants will explore practical frameworks as potential guides for creating meaningful assessments. We’ll conclude by crowdsourcing alternative assessment ideas that meaningfully and equitably integrate GenAI.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate between assessment of, for, and as learning, in the context of GenAI
- Explore different frameworks to evaluate and redesign assessment tasks
- Generate alternative assessment ideas relevant to their own teaching contexts
We encourage you to bring an example of an assessment from a course you may wish to refine or redesign.
We would like to thank Camosun College for their partnership in bringing this workshop to B.C. post-secondary educators.
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This workshop will be in-person and will not be recorded.
About the Facilitators
Dr. Gwen Nguyen is a Learning & Teaching Advisor with BCcampus. Gwen holds a PhD in education studies from the University of Victoria and a MA in applied linguistics from Saint Michael’s College. Recently Gwen has developed a keen interest in exploring pedagogical approaches that ethically and creatively integrate AI into teaching and learning. Her work in this area includes developing the open-access BCcampus GenAI in Teaching and Learning Toolkit, facilitating GenAI literacy workshops for faculty, and leading other initiatives supporting educators as they teach and learn in the age of AI.
Dr. Helena Prins is a Teaching & Learning Advisor at BCcampus and coordinates the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) portfolio. She began her career as a high-school teacher in South Africa. Over the past 20 years, Helena has taught students of all ages and stages on four continents. A golden thread throughout her teaching experiences has been breaking down barriers to learning. Helena holds an EdD in Adult Learning from the University of Calgary.
About the Session
This session explores how generative AI can support more inclusive teaching through the lens of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Through live demonstrations, practical activities, and collaborative discussion, you’ll experiment with AI tools to redesign lessons, activities, or resources that reflect UDL principles.
This workshop is not an introduction to GenAI or UDL, but an opportunity to explore how generative AI can help you design flexible, accessible, and learner-centered learning experiences. You’ll leave with a draft product tailored to your own context, and new strategies for using AI to reduce barriers and support diverse learners.
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This session may be recorded, archived, and shared after the event.
About the Facilitator
Kelly Fyke is a Teaching and Learning Specialist at College of the Rockies with 20 years’ experience spanning K–12 teaching, international education, and post-secondary educational development. Her work focuses on generative AI in education, Universal Design for Learning, and inclusive teaching. Kelly is passionate about empowering educators, creating equitable learning spaces, and supporting innovation that helps students thrive. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn.
We’re excited to introduce the GenAI Teaching Lounge: an informal, virtual space where educators can gather over a hot drink to explore teaching ideas with Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Curious about using AI tools to support assessment design? Wondering how to centralize student voices when integrating AI into coursework? Or simply want to share your own stories and tea with others? The Lounge is your space to ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn with colleagues.
No lectures, no recordings—just conversation, connection, and curiosity. Join us for a 45-minute drop-in session designed to generate practical takeaways and strengthen our teaching community.
Sessions
Sessions will be held from 2:00–2:45 p.m. PT:
- October 21, 2025
- November 25, 2025
- January 13, 2026
- February 17, 2026
- March 10, 2026
Register Now!
This session will not be recorded.
Hosts
Gwen Nguyen (she/her) is a Learning + Teaching Advisor at BCcampus supporting the adaptation and evolution of teaching and learning practices in post-secondary education through collaboration, innovation, and digital technologies. Gwen worked as a learning experience designer at the University of Victoria (UVic), supporting educators with developing and delivering face-to-face, hybrid and online courses. She has also worked as a university lecturer and researcher at UVic and the Kanazawa Institute of Technology in Japan. Gwen holds a PhD in education studies and an MA in applied linguistics. Recently, Gwen has cultivated a keen interest in pedagogical strategies that ethically and creatively incorporate AI into teaching and learning.
Britt Dzioba (she/her) is a Learning + Teaching Advisor at BCcampus where she works to support educators in developing their digital skills through resource development. As a neurodivergent educator, she is passionate about helping faculty create more inclusive learning environments that support neurodivergent students. Britt holds a Master of Education from the University of British Columbia, specializing in adult learning. Her graduate research focused on digital literacy education in community-based programs.
Helena Prins (she/her) is a Learning + Teaching Advisor at BCcampus, where she coordinates the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) portfolio. She began her career as a high school teacher in South Africa. Over the past 20 years, she has taught students of all ages and stages on four continents. A golden thread throughout her career has been breaking down barriers to learning. Prior to joining BCcampus in 2020, she worked as a career learning and development advisor at Royal Roads University.