Catalogue

The OER by Discipline Guide: Athabasca University is a tool suggesting open educational resources for specific courses at Athabasca University. Its purpose is to help faculty (and students) get acquainted with existing OER in their disciplines and facilitate their use.

In this Open Educational Resource (OER), readers will learn about key topics related to professional communication using a psychological lens. Readers will have the opportunity to examine how communication and workplace behaviours are influenced by individual differences in emotion motivation, learning, memory, decision-making behaviour, and personality.

In the second half of the book, we explore how these individual differences impact our interactions with others in groups and how we lead. The final chapter of the book looks outward to society and discusses ethics from the perspective of individuals and organizations.

This resource also contains case studies that will allow readers to hone their critical thinking skills and apply theory to real-world scenarios. In addition, readers will have the opportunity to reflect on their own knowledge, skills, and abilities using self-assessments for each chapter.

Physical activity offers opportunities for positive social interactions, including social support. As a fitness professional, you play an important role in both providing social support and fostering an environment where physical activity participants support one another. This course offers strategies for providing social support to adults within the physical activity setting.

This resource is also available in French. Access the French version here

L’activité physique offre de nombreuses occasions d’interactions sociales positives, dont le soutien social. En tant que professionnel·le de l’exercice, vous jouez un rôle déterminant, non seulement en offrant du soutien social, mais aussi en créant un environnement où les participant·e·s à un programme d'activité physique se soutiennent mutuellement. Cette formation propose des stratégies pour offrir du soutien social aux adultes dans le cadre d'activités physiques.

Cette ressource est également disponible en anglais. Accédez à la version anglaise ici

Digital Resilience of ePortfolios During and Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons for the Future delves into the transformative role that ePortfolios have played during and after this global crisis. This online open educational resource (OER) explores how ePortfolios have sustained educational and professional activities and fostered a new level of digital resilience. The book contains 43 chapters from 85 authors from around the globe.  These chapters have been categorized into the following seven themes:

1. Building Digital Resilience: ePortfolios in Times of Crisis
2. Navigating Challenges: Barriers to ePortfolio Implementation & Strategies for Sustainable ePortfolio Use
3. Rethinking Assessment: ePortfolios as Tools for Authentic Assessment
4. Design for Impact: Innovation in ePortfolio Structure and Function
5. Empowering Educators: ePortfolios in Teacher Education
6. Lifelong Learning: Professional Development Through ePortfolios
7. Looking Ahead: Future Directions for Digital Resilience in Education

Through case studies, practical guidance, and forward-looking insights, these chapters uncover how ePortfolios have been leveraged to overcome challenges and seize opportunities in the face of uncertainty. The chapters highlight the rich, lesson-filled journeys of transitioning to remote and hybrid models in diverse environments. As we look ahead, this book also explores the evolving landscape of ePortfolios, considering how they can continue to support student agency, lifelong learning, and professional growth in a post-pandemic world.

Ultimately, this book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the digital resilience fostered by ePortfolios during one of the most challenging periods in recent history. This book serves as a resource for understanding the transformative role of ePortfolios and provides actionable insights for leveraging their potential in the future. We hope that the insights and lessons shared here will inspire educators, students, and professionals to harness the full potential of ePortfolios, ensuring they remain a vital tool for success in an ever-changing digital landscape.