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MacChangers Program
The MacChangers program focuses on the NAE’s Grand Challenge to “Restore and Improve Urban Infrastructure” with a focus on improving transportation in Hamilton.
Student Educational Developer (SED) Program
The purpose of this pilot program is to offer an internship-type experience in educational development to students who are interested in supporting and improving teaching and learning at McMaster and beyond.
Teaching & Learning Certificates of Completion Program
The MacPherson Institute is proud to offer Teaching and Learning Certificates of Completion for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Throughout their studies, students and fellows may earn one, or both, of two certificates of completion offered.
International Journal for Students as Partners (IJSaP)
IJSaP is an open access, online, English-language, peer-reviewed journal which is committed to enacting the principles of partnership in the way it operates.
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Avenue To Learn
Avenue to Learn is McMaster University’s Learning Management System, or LMS. It provides a secure, online space where instructors can share their learning resources, administer quizzes, conduct online discussions, collect assignment submissions and serve as an online hub for their course.
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MacPherson Supported Techonology Tools
We provide systems, pedagogical, and software support for technology tools on campus. Each of these tools enable instructors to teach in more flexible ways and offer students opportunities to cultivate digital literacy skills.
Video Production + Studios
MacPherson Institute can offer support with video production and content creation. We also offer support with using our video and audio studio space.
Student Partners Program
Through the student partners program, a wide range of students have contributed to the enhancement of teaching and learning at McMaster by participating in projects run through the SPP.
Current Research
Learn about the current SOTL research that is being conducted and supported by MacPherson Institute staff and students.