Information Technology Services (ITS)
Digital Learning Innovation and Engagement (DLIE)
About us
The team collaborates to support a connected, digital future-ready organizational culture within ITS and across IT@UofT by integrating teaching and learning innovation, professional development for IT staff, strategic communication and culture-building. The team brings together skills and expertise in key areas that support community engagement, innovation and growth including:
- Digital teaching and learning innovation through advancing pedagogical and technological strategies that enhance student learning and support digital transformation.
- Professional development through design and coordination of learning experiences that support IT staff’s career growth and leadership along with our overall organizational capacity.
- Strategic communication to align community engagement and strategic narratives with IT@UofT priorities to build clarity, trust and shared purpose.
- Connection and culture initiatives that foster belonging, collaboration and inclusive practices that strengthen the human connection within our organization.
Services & key responsibilities
Digital learning innovation
- AI literacy and fluency initiatives for IT professionals and administrators
- Learning analytics for course design
- Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) initiatives
- Open UToronto innovation initiatives
Professional development
- Innovation projects
- Learning, education and awareness programs
- IT professional development program and resource planning
Strategic communication
- IT@UofT strategic plan support and stewardship
- Strategic communication initiatives to promote programs, opportunities and/or awareness initiatives
- Advising and consultation to cement ITS’s increasingly crucial role in the evolution of a future-ready technology-focused university
Thrive Together
- ITS buddy program for new ITS staff
- Inclusivity working group events and resources
- Wellness corner activities and support
- Community events and outreach
Resources
To get in touch with Digital Learning Innovation and Engagement, email digital.learning@utoronto.ca.
Meet the Team
Portfolio Lead
- Laurie Harrison, Director, Digital Learning Innovation and Engagement
Core Team
- Jane Waldner, Communications Coordinator – Professional Development and Events Programming
- Jovana Jankovic, Senior Communications Officer – Strategic Initiatives
- Will Heikoop, Coordinator – Digital Learning Innovation
Contributor
- Aline Pruvot, Services Engagement Coordinator, Student Information Systems
Aline is currently leading the Thrive Together initiative, a culture-building program designed to strengthen connection and engagement across the ITS community.
Contact us
Digital Learning Innovation and EngagementInformation Technology Services
Office of the Chief Information Officer
Robarts Library
130 St. George St., 7th Floor, Room 7018
Toronto, ON M5S 1A5
To get in touch with Digital Learning Innovation and Engagement, email digital.learning@utoronto.ca.
