E25: Paula’s Exit Interview

04/01/22 • 52 min

Learning Innovation: The Teaching & Learning Podcast

Tune in, hit play and get inspired as we hear from Dr. Paula Burns, President & CEO of Lethbridge College in this very special podcast episode. Prompted by questions and comments from staff, students and faculty, Paula speaks about her experiences at Lethbridge College over the past nine years. She talks about the importance of creating capacity for change, the beauty of perspective (especially in viewing challenges as opportunities), and the characteristics of good leadership.

During the podcast, Paula mentions:

Vancouver’s Langara College
Lethbridge College’s Blackfoot name, Ohkotoki’aahkkoiyiiniimaan (Stone Pipe)
Paula’s Blackfoot name, Piita’gaaksiimaaki (Eagle Whistle Woman)
Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility
CTLI: Centre for Teaching Learning and Innovation
DCM (Digital Communications and Media) Events
The Leadership Challenge by James Kouzes and Barry Posner
Niitsitapi Strategy
Decolonization
A shoutout to Lowell Yellowhorn for his amazing work in Indigenous Services, as well as many others (like Marcia Black Water) for their beautiful work and dedication to bringing Indigenous Ways of Knowing to the forefront of education
Musqueam Territory
Lethbridge College Faculty Association
Lethbridge College Students’ Association
The Flintstones (Paula resonates mostly with the always-on-the-go character, Fred Flintstone)

During the podcast, Paula mentions:

Vancouver’s Langara College
Lethbridge College’s Blackfoot name, Ohkotoki’aahkkoiyiiniimaan (Stone Pipe)
Paula’s Blackfoot name, Piita’gaaksiimaaki (Eagle Whistle Woman)
Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility
CTLI: Centre for Teaching Learning and Innovation
DCM (Digital Communications and Media) Events
The Leadership Challenge by James Kouzes and Barry Posner
Niitsitapi Strategy
Decolonization
A shoutout to Lowell Yellowhorn for his amazing work in Indigenous Services, as well as many others (like Marcia Black Water) for their beautiful work and dedication to bringing Indigenous Ways of Knowing to the forefront of education
Musqueam Territory
Lethbridge College Faculty Association
Lethbridge College Students’ Association
The Flintstones (Paula resonates mostly with the always-on-the-go character, Fred Flintstone)

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E24: An Exploration of Immersive Technology Inspiring Lifelong Movement

Tune in, hit play and get inspired as Simon Schaerz (instructor in the Centre for Business, Arts and Science) and Amanda Mohamed (a student researcher in the Exercise Science program) talk about their passion for movement! Through research and work-integrated learning, Simon and Amanda are exploring how immersive technology can inspire lasting and accessible fitness – especially in youth.

During the podcast, Simon and Amanda mention:

Simon has submitted a CARIF proposal for a research project In partnership with Lethbridge College's Be Fit for Life
Participaction
- Along with their latest Report Card on Physical Activity for Children & Youth
Heartspace Yoga Studio
CARIF (Centre for Applied Research Internal Fund)
ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
Stacia Nelson (an instructor in Exercise Science) who occasionally sends out calls for fitness volunteers in Lethbridge College’s Connections
Specification Grading
SOAP Notes
O2 Training Centre
Oculus
NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)

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E26: Tech Tips with Tyler, Special guest Jordana Gagnon

Tune in, hit play, and get inspired as Tyler Wall and Jordana Gagnon banter about Tech tools that you can use today. Today’s tech focus is on news tech tools for sanity, balance and wellness.

During the podcast, Tyler shows Jordana tools that are currently in the marketplace. Here is a list of those tools:

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