Category: Digital Literacy

Back to the Repository content   Designing for accessibility is not just a best practice; it is also a legal requirement. How can we ensure accessibility in digital environments by adhering to standards like the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)?  People illustrations by Storyset   The principle of accessibility…

Back to the Repository content How do the affordances and constraints of digital learning spaces impact learners physically and mentally? What strategies can both educators and students implement to make online learning healthier and happier for all?   Illustrations by Storyset Wellbeing in Digital Environments A dynamic inner balance of contentment, engagement, and enthusiasm constitutes…

Back to the Repository content While there are many different ways to learn, the community-based learning approach taps into the knowledge and wisdom within the community. It brings together groups of people with diverse perspectives, practices, and experiences to achieve a common goal,  promote civic engagement, and address local issues in meaningful ways. This challenge…

Back to the Repository content How can we create effective learning in digital spaces? What are the best design practices that address learners’ needs and leverage digital capabilities to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills?   Education illustrations by Storyset Understanding by Design (UbD) is a student-centered design strategy that starts with formulating the end…

Back to the Repository content How can we foster effective communication and collaboration in digital spaces? What strategies can be employed to promote, rather than impede, meaningful interactions among learners online?       Learning communication in digital spaces can be organized or designed in different formats: discussions, peer and instructor feedback, Q&As, collaborative project…