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.

2023-24

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Danelle Driscoll
  CTL Representative
• Martin Jones
  Associate Dean [STA]
• Nazneen Kanga
  Associate Dean [SEIT]
• Amanda Maknyik
  Associate Dean [CTL]
• Tully Privett
  PPL Representative
• Dr. Mojgan Rezvani
  Executive Dean [HS]
• Jason Vassell
  Faculty Representative [SCS]
• Nathan Wilson
  Faculty Representative [LS]

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Laura Benninger
  Faculty Representative [SEIT]
• Lori Buscher
  PPL Representative
• Chris Coughlan
  ITS Representative
• Dave Hawey
  Faculty Representatives [HHS]
• Amanda Maknyik
  CTL Representative
• Joanne Spicer
  Associate Dean [SCS]

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Karl Alexander
  Faculty Representative [SEIT]
• Debby Allbon
  Director, Academic IT & Communications
• Dr. Jean Choi
  CTL Representative
• Chris Coughlan
  A/V ITS Representative
• Richard Jules
  ITS Representative
• Claire McCormack
  Associate Dean [LS]
• Marie McEwan
  Simulation Specialist [HS]
• Brad Reid
  RO Representative
• Barry Waite
  Executive Dean [MAD]

• Tanya Wakelin
  Chair
• Jerome Cawley
  SALS Representative
• Tyler Creces
  Student Affairs Representative
• Catherine Davidson
  Library Representative
• Rashmi Gupta
  ORSIE Representative
• Thom MacDonald
  International Education Representative
• Callum MacIntosh
  ASC Representative
• Bonnie St. George
  Associate Vice-President, Academic Administration
• Stephanie Tufts-Ellis
  RO Representative
• Chris Waduck
  PPL Representative
• Keri-Ellen Walcer
  Faculty Representative [BUS]
• Chirag Jain
  Student Representative