The Contemporary Educator Program (CEP) is a two-year Faculty development program designed to meet the needs of contemporary learners by providing Faculty with a supportive learning environment to explore new teaching strategies. The program focuses on contemporary trends in teaching and learning by providing Faculty with evidence-based practices to enhance their teaching practice. The program is delivered in a cohort model and connects Faculty to the larger community of practice within SLC.

Audience: New Full-Time Faculty will complete the CEP program as part of their onboarding process.

Contact us (SCTL@sl.on.ca) for more information.

The Teaching Effectiveness Program (TEP) is designed to support emerging educators discover their teaching practice by exploring the fundamentals of teaching. This program will be delivered using a series of interactive modules that will include both virtual and in-person sessions. Topics will include authentic assessment, curriculum design, student motivation, inclusive teaching, and reflective practice. Participants will be invited to demonstrate their newfound knowledge by completing specific program milestone activities that will translate theory into practice as they progress across each module. 

Audience: Faculty (Part-Time / Partial-Load / Sessional) and Support Staff (Part-Time / Full-Time) interested in developing their teaching practice

Contact us (SCTL@sl.on.ca) for more information.

The Digital Learning Program (DLP) is designed to enhance the digital literacy skills of faculty/staff by teaching participants about college approved digital learning technologies. The program takes a proactive approach in supporting student success by promoting digital course design structures that provide consistent navigation experience, accessible to all learners, and exemplify the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) by providing multiple means of engagement within each learning experience. Participants will be required to demonstrate their understanding of digital learning and UDL by completing a series of tasks that involve the creation of digital artifacts using college approved resources.

Audience: Faculty (Part-Time / Partial-Load / Sessional/Full-Time) and Support Staff (Part-Time / Full-Time) interested in developing their teaching practice

Contact us (SCTL@sl.on.ca) for more information.

"Ontario Extend is a micro-credentialed professional learning program grounded in the belief that the impact of learning should be the primary motivator for creating technology-enabled and online learning experiences. It aims to empower educators to explore a range of emerging technologies and pedagogical practices for effective online and technology-enabled teaching and learning. The Ontario Extend program is designed to:

• explore key skills and knowledge to extend and transform our teaching and learning;

• contribute to the digital fluency of educators; and

• support digital tool selection using evidence-based research.

The program is endorsed by St. Lawrence College and will be delivered in partnership with eCampusOntario."

Audience: Faculty (Part-Time / Partial-Load / Sessional/Full-Time) and Support Staff (Part-Time / Full-Time) interested in developing their teaching practice

Contact us (SCTL@sl.on.ca) for more information.

The SCTL developed a training suite for all employees (i.e., Support Staff, Faculty, and Administrators) in order to assist them in creating culturally competent and inclusive educational environments. “Inclusion Matters” is a four module program that seeks to engage the college community in meaningful conversations surrounding inclusivity by discussing principles of equity in a supportive learning environment. These modules were designed in consultation with subject matter experts from different fields and includes useful resources/tools.

Audience: All SLC Employees 

Contact ALeger@sl.on.ca for more information.

Learn how to recognize, respond and refer students experiencing mental health issues on campus 

According to the Canadian NCHA Report, 31.1% of students felt overwhelming anxiety in the previous 2 weeks and 20.1% felt so depressed that it was difficult to function.1 This online resource is intended to be a one-stop shop for any campus professional or student leader looking to understand more about mental health and refer a student to relevant programs or departments. It was developed to help faculty, administration and campus staff learn how to recognize, respond and refer students experiencing mental health issues on campus.

We encourage you to explore this website, create an account, take the quizzes to receive a More Feet on the Ground Certificate, and support student mental health and well-being!

This resource was developed by the Council of Ontario Universities, Brock University, and the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health, which is funded by the Ontario Government.

"Quality Matters professional development is designed to help educators deliver the promise of quality online learning opportunities to every level of learner — K-12, Higher Ed., Continuing & Professional Ed., and corporate training. Online, on-site and web conferencing opportunities are designed for every audience: instructional designers, faculty, administrators, adjunct instructors, and more. Whether you’re looking to improve course design or participate in the Course Review process, we have options to help you meet your goals. " - Quality Matters

Contact ALeger@sl.on.ca for more information.

Reduced Course Fees as part of the St. Lawrence College License.