Refining My Online Course: Implementing Feedback for a Better Learning Experience
Creating an engaging and accessible online course is an evolving process. It was really helpful to get feedback, both generally during class and more specifically from my two reviewers. This feedback plays a crucial role in refining both content and structure. After reflecting on the feedback I received, I am making several intentional changes to…
Green Cat Eye Nails for St. Patrick’s Day!
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, what better way to celebrate than with some green nails!? Albeit, they are a pretty muted green lol! Over the past 2.5 months, I’ve been diving into the world of DIY gel polish. From learning how to apply and remove gel polish to experimenting with some trendy designs, it’s been…
CK-12 Foundation is an Amazing Open Educational Resource!
When exploring major Open Educational Resource (OER) repositories, I chose to evaluate the CK-12 Foundation platform. My short experience with CK-12 has been overwhelmingly positive, especially when considering my use for it in high school science education! Check out their YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@CK12) – full of how-tos! User-Friendly ✅ First of all, CK-12 is incredibly…
Check Out These DIY Nail Links!
Hey everyone! I did not get around to doing a new set this week, but I did find a bunch of new accounts that I enjoyed and think that you may find helpful! Simply Nailogical: quirky, informative tutorials on various nail art designs and techniques. @nailartbyqueenie: filled with creative nail art designs, often accompanied by…
Pearly Nails 💅✨
Lately, I’ve been experimenting with chrome effect toppers! Since I haven’t tried any chrome application yet, I followed this step-by-step guide from WikiHow to make sure I was doing it correctly. If you’re new to chrome nails, I highly recommend checking it out as it was really simple to follow! Before committing to a full…
Everything is a Remix (2023): Teaching and the Art of Borrowing
Kirby Ferguson’s Everything is a Remix argues that true originality is a myth – everything we create is built from borrowing, transforming, and combining what we’ve experienced before. Ferguson’s focus on music, movies, and games instantly brought me back to one of my favorite mashups from 2009: DJ Earworm’s iconic “United State of Pop.” Hearing…
Valentine’s Day Cat Eye Nails!
I’m so glad I got swatches to practice on! In my last post, I showed you all how I have been practicing different techniques to get the “cat eye” effect using special magnetic gel polish. Ultimately, I figured out which pattern I liked best, and did a set of pink ones for Valentine’s Day! Here…
Educating Youth in Navigating Social Media
The rise of social media has created both opportunities and challenges. While digital and social platforms can foster learning, creativity, and connection, they also pose significant risks and dangers – particularly for youth. Documentaries like The Sextortion of Amanda Todd and TikTok: Eating Disorders, Racism, Censorship, and Distorted Realities shed light on the darker side of…
Flipping the Script: Using Flipgrid to Create Interactions
For those who haven’t had a chance to check out my course prototype, it’s an asynchronous online Science 9 Chemistry unit designed for students who need to be away from the face-to-face classroom for extended periods. In my experience, this typically applies to just one student at a time, usually travelling to their home country…
Swatching, Social Media & Valentine’s Day Nail Prep
Hey everyone! So, I didn’t do a new set of nails this week because I am waiting for my sparkles nails to grow out a little. But I still made some progress! My original gel polish kit came with over 50 colours, so I took the time to swatch them all. Seeing all the shades together…