Digital Pedagogy activities connect the teaching and learning community at McMaster to approaches and skills to help transform teaching using digital methods, tools and media with a goal of accessible and engaging student learning experiences.
The MacPherson Institute provides pedagogical training, guidance and expertise in online, blended and open learning design, as well as the integration and use of educational technologies. Instructors can also seek advice on the pedagogical use of institutionally supported educational technology tools, Open Educational Resources and tech-enabled teaching and learning grants.
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MacVideo Usage (May 2022 – April 2023)
The MacPherson Institute provides training and support for MacVideo, McMaster’s video portal, which allows users to make videos and other media available online to anyone they choose.
Learning Catalogue
In April 2023, the MacPherson Institute launched the Learning Catalogue, a collection of free, open-access teaching and learning modules that are available to instructors at any institution, anywhere and anytime. This online catalogue includes new content and revised learning modules that grant educators access to a variety of professional development education without enrolling in a course. Instructors can take a self-directed approach and engage with topics and content that interest them.