Teaching to CyberSpace

ONLINE LEARNING

“We often see what is possible by being forced to do something”

Paraphrased by Micheal, with respect to online learning

When I was in highschool, there were certain specialty courses that were offered online through a provincial online teaching department: L’École Victuelle. I remember taking a biology course with them because it was not offered at my school (not enough student interest or lack of a teacher? I cant remember…). I was not about to take chemistry and I did not want a free block either (super weird, go figure)
I appreciated the time to reflect on the pros and cons of online learning, and hearing the perspective of my peers. It can be easy to attach ourselves to the negative aspects, but this has been a roller-coaster that certainly has us feeling all the emotions. 
When it comes to accessibility, it is two fold. It can create enhancements to the learning experience, or create limitations. There is a glimpse into private spaces that could be deemed as inappropriate. We have families and individuals who are not familiar with today’s technology, or do not have devices. 

I really enjoyed the 5Rs for indigenizing online learning!
I found a case study online and a short Ted Talk!

• RELATIONSHIP
  • RESPECT
    • RELEVANCE
      • RESPONSIBILITY
        • RECIPROCITY

Who is in control here?
As I reflect and ponder this metaverse and various classroom styles…
I wonder, is there a future where classrooms are hybrid?
Can that be possible?