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Month: October 2023

High School vs. University: Cyber Safety Approaches

High School vs. University: Cyber Safety Approaches

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When you read my post, you can listen to the song ‘Virtual Insanity’ by Jamiroquai in the background. I hope you will like it 🙂 In my own experience as a student, schools’ approaches to cybersecurity and digital citizenship differed significantly between high school and university. During my high school years in the 1990s, we had access to a computer lab where we learned to use Microsoft software. The problem? The lab was always locked, and only one teacher had…

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Mastering the Basics

Mastering the Basics

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Firstly, I wanted to start with something easy so that I could practice during class as well. I came across this video; however, it didn’t provide any drawing tips, and as a result, my drawing appeared as if I hadn’t watched the video. Then, I found another video that offered drawing tips and, most importantly, guidance on facial proportions. I attempted to draw two times in order to remember these proportions. You can check out the video here. As you…

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Sharing Knowledge and Joy

Sharing Knowledge and Joy

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I would like to start my blog with an adaptation of Pharrell Williams’ song ‘Happy’ for Istanbul, the city where I was born. You can find different versions of this song from Germany, the Netherlands,  Japan, or somewhere else. It is your choice 🙂 In our class last week and this week, when I saw people’s expectations and predictions regarding technological devices and applications (such as the telegraph, TV, phone, or Google), I realized that people tend to be rather…

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Resources

Resources

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Here are some helpful resources that have been my companions on my educational adventure: Truth and Reconciliation Commissions of Canada Saskatchewan Curriculum       Learning for Justice National Center on Universal Design for Learning Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Inclusive Schools Network (ISN) Inclusive Education Canada

I believe

I believe

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“Beloved community is formed not by the eradication of difference but by its affirmation, by each of us claiming the identities and cultural legacies that shape who we are and how we live in the world.” ~ Bell Hooks I believe in a holistic education that nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and cultural diversity. As an international student, I stand for an inclusive and fair education system that empowers all students to realize their potential and fosters lifelong learning. I believe…

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No Pen, No Cry

No Pen, No Cry

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In order to combine my drawing learning project with educational technology, this time I went on a different search. My goal was to go beyond the confines of YouTube. I began my research to uncover alternative platforms that offer a variety of courses on sketching and drawing. While platforms like Skillshare and Udemy initially intrigued me with their extensive course catalogs, I soon discovered that these resources come at a price. My research led me to Coursera, a reputable online…

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