AlphaPlus (also known as AlphaPlus Centre)

Starting this Wednesday! "Instructional Video - Using screen recording and EdPuzzle to engage learners" is a two-workshop series, facilitated by Shawn McCusker, designed to support educators in using quick and easy video techniques (screen recordings and EdPuzzle, a tool for adding interactive activities to your favourite videos) to create engaging and informative activities for learners and tutors. Join us on Oct 30 and Nov 6, 2024, 3:30 to 5:00 pm (ET-Toronto) Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gBUTnYAD Screencasts can be fantastic instructional tools for teachers, but they can also be a creation tool for students. In this session, we will explore how screencasts can be used to support learning in the classroom. From tips and tricks for teachers creating supportive instructional videos to ideas for how students might use a screencast to demonstrate understanding, this session will share a wide variety of new ideas to get students and teachers started screencasting. EdPuzzle is an easy-to-use platform that allows educators to transform videos into engaging lessons to improve student learning. By the end of this training you should be able to create or find videos, understand how to assign EdPuzzles in various ways, edit videos, and add questions/notes/voiceovers. #LiteracyON #PD #adultliteracy #buildingdigitalskills #training

Generative AI can be like our personal assistant and the clearer we are with our instructions/prompts, the better results we will get. Using RACEF (Role, Action, Context, Examples, and Format) prompt framework can help with your results. Note that it's not necessary to use all five parts of RACEF for each prompt you create. Give it a try and share your own AI tips with us! #LiteracyON #aptechtips #AIinLBS #AItips

Upcoming PD sessions you don't want to miss! - Instructional Video - Using screen recording and EdPuzzle to engage learners with Shawn McCusker - Oct 30 and Nov 6, 2024, 3:30 to 5:00 pm (ET-Toronto) - Digital Accessibility - Key Practices, Accessibility and AI + Accessibility Features with Carolina Cohoon - Nov 8, 15 + 22, 2024, 8:30 to 10:00 am (ET-Toronto) - AI for Educators - AI to Create and Manage Learning Activities with Shawn McCusker - Nov 27, Dec 4 + 11, 3:30 to 5:00 pm (ET-Toronto) Register now at https://pd.alphaplus.ca to secure your spots! #LiteracyON #PD #adultliteracy #buildingdigitalskills #training

The 'AI use in LBS' Virtual Showcase is today from 3 pm to 4:30 pm (ET-Toronto). Join us to connect with Sara, Jamie and Jessa. We will discuss why they are integrating AI into their practice, what has worked for them and what hasn’t. Together, we will explore and share ideas, tips and resources. https://lnkd.in/gUHt5sJY #LiteracyON #LBS #AIinLBS #digitalskills #techskills #adultliteracy

A bit of inspiration... 'Learn something new every day'. #LiteracyON #LBS #adultlitercy #lifelonglearning

A quick reminder that 'AI use in LBS' Virtual Showcase is coming up on October 22, from 3 pm to 4:30 pm (ET-Toronto). Join us to connect with guests who have tried AI in their programs (on the administrative side and with their learners, many of whom are actually eager to try AI!). We will discuss why they are integrating AI into their practice, what has worked for them and what hasn’t. Together, we will explore and share ideas, tips and resources. https://lnkd.in/gUHt5sJY #LiteracyON #LBS #AIinLBS #digitalskills #techskills #adultliteracy

Happy Thanksgiving long weekend! Wishing you a harvest of blessings, good health and good times. Please note that we will be closed on Monday, October 14, and return to the office on Tuesday. #LiteracyON #LBS #adultliteracy

Join us at the AlphaPlus Educator Makerspace starting on October 15, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. to exercise your creativity and build interesting activities using Docs, Slides and Forms in a facilitated, collaborative environment. We will meet once a month for six months and in between workshops, you will be supported in developing activities for the learners you work with. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gDb2E8fR #LiteracyON #APMakerspace #digitalskills #PD #learneractivities

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Would you like FREE support in finding technology solutions that enhance classroom learning and simplify administrative activities? AlphaPlus (also known as AlphaPlus Centre) coaches Monika Jankowska-Pacyna and Guylaine Vinet will work alongside you to identify your specific needs and create a customized work or training plan that fits your team’s schedule. No question is too big or too small! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gRp87zJu #LiteracyON #LBS #digitalskills #digitaltools #APcoaching