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The WIL Equation: Education + Experience = Employability
Read more : The WIL Equation: Education + Experience = EmployabilityBy Iris Elliott and Phuong Diep Across Ontario, Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) is becoming one of the most important bridges between education and employment. As technologies shift, industries evolve, and learners seek clearer pathways into meaningful careers, WIL has become a powerful tool for connecting classroom learning to real world application. But it is more than […]
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Build Future‑Ready Skills This Spring with Cutting‑Edge Micro‑credentials
Read more : Build Future‑Ready Skills This Spring with Cutting‑Edge Micro‑credentialsIf you’re looking to advance your career, pivot into a new field, or strengthen your professional toolkit, several new upskilling opportunities are launching soon on the Ontario Micro-credentials Portal. These short, focused programs are designed to help you build in‑demand skills quickly and confidently. Below are standout offerings from Ontario Tech University, Laurentian University, the […]
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Step Into Spring with Job‑Ready Skills through Micro-credentials
Read more : Step Into Spring with Job‑Ready Skills through Micro-credentialsSpring is often a season of renewal. For many Canadians, it’s the perfect time to refresh career goals or step into a brand‑new role. With courses opening soon, now is the perfect time to enroll in a micro-credential. Whether you’re entering a new field, advancing your career, or building foundational digital skills, these micro‑credentials offer a flexible, supportive path forward. What are micro‑credentials? Unlike traditional certificates or diplomas, […]
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What the 3rd Franco‑Ontarian Forum Reveals About the Future of Francophone Postsecondary Education
Read more : What the 3rd Franco‑Ontarian Forum Reveals About the Future of Francophone Postsecondary EducationOn November 18, 2025, the 3rd Franco‑Ontarian Forum was held at the INNOVA Space at the University of Ottawa under the theme Innovating Education for Tomorrow. Bringing together francophone postsecondary stakeholders — institutions, faculty, educational professionals, researchers, and partners — the event created a space to reflect on the ongoing transformations shaping French‑language education in […]
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5 Innovative Tools You Can Pilot for Free on eCampusOntario’s EdTech Sandbox
Read more : 5 Innovative Tools You Can Pilot for Free on eCampusOntario’s EdTech SandboxFinding the right teaching tools can make all the difference in creating engaging, effective, and future-ready learning environments. That’s where eCampusOntario’s EdTech Sandbox comes in. It’s a space where educators and institutions can explore cutting-edge technologies at no cost, without the pressure of long-term commitments. This fall, try out five standout tools currently available for […]
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Myths or Embracing Fact? What Educators Need to Know About AI in the Classroom
Read more : Myths or Embracing Fact? What Educators Need to Know About AI in the ClassroomArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the landscape of education—but with its rise comes a wave of misconceptions. From fears of cheating to assumptions about objectivity, educators and students alike are navigating a complex terrain of hype, hope, and hard truths. Let’s unpack 10 of the most common myths and facts about AI in education to […]
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The Future of AI in Higher Education Isn’t Written Yet
Read more : The Future of AI in Higher Education Isn’t Written YetIris Elliott, Associate, Research and Foresight, eCampusOntario The dominant narrative around artificial intelligence (AI) today is one of inevitability: AI is coming fast, and there is no stopping it. But this framing, while urgent, is incomplete. It flattens the future into a single trajectory, making it feel like the future is a single predetermined path that we […]
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Meeting the Moment: The Value of Online Learning in a Time of Change
Read more : Meeting the Moment: The Value of Online Learning in a Time of ChangeGraeme Cannon, Research and Foresight Associate Did you know that the first online course in Canada was pioneered at the University of Toronto in 1986 (Bates 2016)? Distance learning—learning in a place other that the institution one attends—has been around for centuries. However, the advent and proliferation of the personal computer and internet made online […]
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Spring into Skill Development with the Ontario Micro-credentials Portal
Read more : Spring into Skill Development with the Ontario Micro-credentials PortaleCampusOntario’s Micro-credentials Portal contains over 2,500 short-duration training programs designed to support skill development, job transition, and career advancement across in-demand industries. In this article, we profile micro-credentials that address skill gaps commonly reported by employers and shine a spotlight on programs offered by Ontario colleges, universities, and Indigenous Institutes that strengthen critical labour market […]