Numbers, AI, Water, & The Matrix
Grandfather Michael, one trillion of anything is mind-boggling! I cannot imagine what a thousand “thousands” looks like, let alone one million “millions”. And then the billionaires at the White House, with promises for more electricity to grow more AI with faster and bigger data centres. Frightening! Unchecked growth amidst calls to stop regulating AI, and […]
Legacy: A reflection on generational wisdom
Legacy Legacy: Perspectives on learning in a rapidly changing world: Questions to ask children As I enter my 70th year in our world, my thoughts turn to those near and dear to me—my children’s children. Our world continues to change, exponentially now, as time and energy slow for me. The Indigenous culture and way is […]
September Newsletter
Welcome to the September CANeLearn News As the summer heat fades and the needle starts its counter-clockwise return, we set our sights on the promises of a new school year. CANeLearn is launching new research on e-learning student supports (see below), has embarked on a series of conversations about AI, and is sharing AI insights and […]
Noise, FOMO, and Obligations
Fear of Missing Out Noise, FOMO, and Obligation: Finding focus in the chaotic world of AI innovation Grandfather Michael’s latest comment on noise resonated for me in the midst of my personal transition out of the front-line fire of the world of bureaucracy that my consulting practice existed in. I have spent the last […]
June Newsletter
Welcome to the June CANeLearn News As the sun sets on another school year, and we look forward to soaking up some sun, CANeLearn continues its research agenda on e-learning with a survey on supports for students launching this Fall – see details below. Help us fine-tune our focus as we move into Phase 2 […]
May Newsletter: Research Update
22nd Annual Digital Learning Symposium May 7-9 ~ Hybrid, Online, and In-person! With the symposium kicking off tomorrow evening, now is the time to join us virtually! Check out the program. Register to join virtually! Research Updates We need your help! CANeLearn is conducting new research about student online learning supports – Email rlabonte@CANeLearn.net to join us Check out CIDER’s State […]
April Newsletter
Focus on Learning 22nd Annual Digital Learning Symposium ~ May 7-9 ~ Hybrid, Online, and In-person!With the symposium only weeks away, now is the time to check out the program. Unable to attend onsite in downtown Vancouver? Register to join us virtually! Research spotlight AI in Education – What the research says Support strategies key to learner […]
Focus on Research
Focus on Research Powered by Pexels As we navigate an unrelenting flood of hype, promises, and new announcements about artificial intelligence – the good, the bad, and the impractical – CANeLearn is keeping the focus on quality in e-learning, offering real and substantiated tips on what is improving practice. With the second half of the […]
Fall Research Update
Developing a Practitioner-driven List of K-12 Research Priorities The Problem The gap between educational research and classroom practice has long been a concern in the field of education. As a researcher in the field, I have often written that the practice of K-12 e-learning outpaces the availability of useful research. One reason often given is […]
June 2024 Update
As we look forward to the summer, and summer school or professional learning for some, this month’s email offers updates on what you can expect starting in September from our network of online education leaders, including: AI in Education New research directions Partner hybrid events: Toronto (October 22) and Victoria (April 30 – May 2) Don’t miss out […]