Digital Learning Steering Committee

Higher education is impacted by the continuous advances in technologies that are transforming industries and the way people interact with one another. Modernizing our programs is critical to continue offering experiences that ensure our graduates are futureproof and possess the durable skills enabling them to adapt to the everchanging workforce.

The Digital Learning Steering Committee (DLSC) is a standing committee that advances the vision outlined by the Digital Learning Taskforce:

The DLSC will use DC’s Digital Learning Framework to guide its discussions. The framework informs strategic decision-making and the re-imagination of the design, development, and delivery of DC’s curriculum and instructional approaches. This modernization will enable DC to meet the increasing demands of learners who are looking for choice and flexibility, as well as upskilling opportunities (Johnson, 2022; Canadian Digital Learning Research Association, 2020, 2021; EDUCAUSE Horizon Report, 2022, 2023). This will open opportunities for learners to access DC’s quality postsecondary education that will equip them with the skills to become the next generation of leaders in their chosen professions.

In this section

• Mandate and Responsibilities
• Membership
• Working Groups
• Frequency of Meetings

Mandate and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Vice-President, Academic, the DLSC is responsible for the implementation of the college’s Digital Learning Strategy. The DLSC makes recommendations, as well as coordinates and creates resources that support Academic Faculties to assess, design, develop and deliver high-quality and innovative programs in digital delivery modes.

• Evaluate and revise the Digital Learning Framework regularly to maintain relevancy
• Create and coordinate resources that modernize curriculum development and delivery
• Coordinate and create processes and resources that guide the development and evaluation of digital-by-design online, hybrid, and flexible courses as well as technology-enhanced learning
• Develop plans and resources to build capacity in faculty members and students for digital teaching and learning
• Communicate and champion digitally-enhanced learning opportunities
• Identify wrap-around supports for all learners
• Integrate digital technology to create innovative programs with Academic Faculties
• Evaluate and recommend technical requirements to support high-quality teaching and learning experiences and learning spaces for students and faculty members

Membership

The membership reflects key stakeholders across the college who lend their expertise and insight into the DLSC’s recommendations and coordination. Membership is renewed annually as required.

2024-25

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Lori Buscher
  CTL Representative
• Morgan Chapman
  Faculty Representative [LS]
• Tania Clerac
  Executive Dean [SEIT]
• Lorraine Closs
  Faculty Representative [SCS]
• Amy Derdall
  Admin Coordinator [LS]
• Amanda Maknyik
  Dean [CTL]
• Nancy Martin
  Associate Dean [BUS]
• Clarinda McGrane
  Registrar Representative
• Brad Reid
  Scheduling Representative
• Dr. Mojgan Rezvani
  Executive Dean [HS]
• Lisa Robinson
  Associate Dean [SCS]
• Chris Waduck
  PPL Representative

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Danelle Driscoll-DaSilva
  CTL Representative
• Amy Jenne
  CTL Representative
• Moreen Fearon-Tapper
  Associate Dean [MAD]
• Ralph Hofmann
  Executive Dean [SCS]
• Jennifer Gibbs
  Faculty Representative [BUS]
• Rob McLeod
  Dean [SCS]
• Tully Privett
  PPL Representative
• Laura Benninger
  Faculty Representative [SEIT]

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• TBD
  Student Representative
• TBD
  ASC Representative
• TBD
  SALS Representative
• TBD
  RO Representative
• TBD
  International Education Representative
• TBD
  Student Affairs Representative
• TBD
  Library Representative
• TBD
  ORSIE Representative
• CTBD
  PPL Representative
• David Swerdfeger
  Faculty Representative [LS]
• TBD
  Faculty Representative [STA/HHS]
• Molly Westland
  Faculty Representative [HS]
• Tara Brodie
  Faculty Representative [BUS]

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Visal Chea
  CTL Representative
• Ralph Hofmann
  Executive Dean [SCS]
• Claire McCormack
  Associate Dean [LS]
• Kelly O'Brien
  Associate Dean [HHS]
• Margaret Prentice
  ITS Representative
• TBD
  A/V ITS Representative
• TBD
  RO Representative
• TBD
  Faculty Representative [SEIT]
• TBD
  Faculty Representative [MAD]