As part of Ontario’s Virtual Learning Strategy initiative, the government of Ontario has announced their support for the work of Laurentian University researchers by awarding grants totalling $1,246,775, to three novel projects.
“Achievements from these projects are helping Ontario to expand the suite of high-quality, market-responsive hybrid learning resources offered across our province to help learners gain the skills and training they need to succeed, no matter where they live, and prepare for the jobs of tomorrow.” Developed through partnership between Laurentian University’s School of Nursing, the Centre for Research in Occupational Safety and Health , Georgian College, the Michener Institute of Education and Lumeto in Virtual Reality for eCampus Ontario. Twelve synchronous, fully immersive and interactive VR learning modules have been created, peer reviewed and put through a pilot study.
“Students from Laurentian gained real world experience related to their discipline as they engaged with professionals to create content, assess delivery mechanisms and observe a fast-paced work environment.” “We are grateful to eCampus Ontario for the opportunity to partner with translators and curriculum developers/graphic designers in order to expand the Stories of Decolonization Film Project to include subtitle film versions in Anishinaabemowin, Cree, and French; and to develop a facilitator/curriculum guide for our second film,” said Elizabeth Carlson-Manathara, Associate Professor, School of Social Work.