I can’t believe EC&I 834 is already ending. This semester has been full of learning, trying new tools that I have never used before, and growing as a teacher. To end the course in a special way, I made a short podcast!
In the podcast, I talked about how blended and online learning can be fun, fair, and helpful for students. One of the best parts of this course was writing weekly blog posts. I would like to mention that this is the first time I have done the blogs. These blogs helped me think about what I learned and how to use it in real classroom situations. I really enjoyed reading and replying to comments from my classmates which was the best part and it felt like we were learning together.
Discord became one of my favourite tools. It made it easy to ask questions, share ideas, and support each other quickly. I have asked so many questions and got a reply instantly which is really commendable. I also talked about Canvas and this is also the first time I have used it. At the beginning of learning canvas was a little bit overwhelming for me. But when I got the chance to explore I liked it to build lessons, adding interactive videos, quizzes, group discussions and so on. I learned how to make lessons simple and clear so that all students can understand and enjoy learning.
Now, I feel more confident and ready to create learning that includes everyone and makes them excited to learn. Thank you for being part of this journey!
Shobarna, your post title alone had me hooked—“Canvas Chaos to Confident Creator” perfectly sums up this course journey! I really enjoyed your podcast—it was engaging, honest, and full of great takeaways. Your reflections on overcoming early confusion and building something meaningful are so relatable. I loved how you embraced the learning curve and came out stronger on the other side, especially with your focus on accessibility and student-centered design.
One question I’m curious about: Is there a specific strategy or tool you discovered that you now consider essential in your teaching toolkit?
Amazing job—you ended the course on such a strong and inspiring note!
Hi Shobarna,
Wow! I had a great time reading your summary and listening to your audio. Your share of your educational experience was excellent! At first, I also thought Canvas was confusing, but now I like it. It’s awesome that you asked questions and stayed in touch using Discord. I agree that it seemed like we were learning together, and it was enjoyable to read your blog entries. You ought to be pleased with all that you have learned. Well done, and best of luck in your next teaching career!
Hi Shobharna!! I enjoyed reading your reflection to this amazing course. Reading about how you confidently used interactive tools and the Canvas platform is great. Creating a podcast to wrap things up is such a creative and personal touch. I loved how you highlighted the sense of community through blogging and peer interaction-we all shared our learning through that. You’ve come a long way, and your commitment to creating inclusive and engaging lessons truly shines!
What a wonderful reflection, Shobarna. Your experience with Canvas and Discord is so relatable and it’s inspiring to see how you pushed through those initial challenges to create something engaging and inclusive. Your focus on clarity, interactivity and student engagement shows that you’re not just designing lessons, you are also designing experiences that support learning for everyone.
Thank you for sharing your journey.
I loved hearing how much you enjoyed the blogging process. I felt the same way. It was such a great way to slow down, reflect on our learning, and connect with each other on a deeper level. I totally agree that reading and replying to classmates’ comments made it feel like we were building a learning community, not just completing assignments.
I also really appreciated what you shared about Discord. It truly became a lifeline throughout the course! Being able to ask a quick question and get an almost immediate response was such a game-changer, especially during crunch times. It helped foster a sense of support that sometimes gets lost in online courses.
Your experience with Canvas resonated with me too! It was a bit intimidating at first, but once I got the hang of it, I saw how powerful and flexible it could be. I liked how you highlighted using interactive videos and discussions—it really showed your growth in making lessons more engaging and accessible.
One of my main takeaways from your post is how important it is to keep things simple and student-centered. That mindset really shone through in your summary. You’ve clearly grown a lot, and it’s inspiring to see how you’re using these tools to make learning fun and inclusive.
Thanks for being such a supportive classmate along the way! Wishing you all the best as you keep building exciting learning experiences.