At CiTL, we believe effective teaching is grounded in strong pedagogy and enhanced through purposeful use of technology. This page highlights key teaching strategies and the academic technologies that support them. For implementation resources, visit our Faculty Resource Hub.
Teaching & Learning Strategies
Active Learning - Instructional approaches that engage students in meaningful activities
like collaboration, reflection, and critical thinking.
Paired Tools: Canvas Discussions, Zoom Polls, Google Docs
Online and Blended Teaching Practices - Student-centered course design that combines
clear structure, instructor presence, and accessible content.
Paired Tools: Canvas Modules, YuJa, Zoom, Course Templates
Assessment & Feedback Strategies - Using formative, summative, and alternative assessments
to improve learning and provide meaningful feedback.
Paired Tools: Canvas SpeedGrader, Rubrics, Quizzes, YuJa Video Feedback, Honorlock, Copyleaks
Academic Technology at WCC
These tools support the implementation of the strategies above and are integrated into applications WCC supports.
- Canvas LMS – Core learning platform used across all courses
- Video Tools – Zoom, YuJa, ScreenPal, Recording Studio
- Plagiarism & AI Detection – Copyleaks, Honorlock
- Interactive Content Creation – Google Docs, YuJa
- Emerging Technologies – AI tools, virtual simulations, and adaptive learning tools
- Support for Classroom Technology – Media Services provides on-campus tech and AV support
Explore more teaching strategies and tools in the Faculty Resource Hub.