Join us for the Educational Technology User Group (ETUG) Spring 2025 Workshop, "Show Me How You Did It: Getting Back to Hands-On in EdTech". Like all ETUG events, the spring workshop will be a dynamic and interactive event, tailored for professionals in education technology support roles and those supporting faculty in integrating technology into learning activities.

Location: In-person at the Ponderosa Ballroom in the Ponderosa Commons Building, University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, B.C. or online in Zoom for this two-day hybrid event, sponsored by BCcampus.

This conference is a space for exploring new ideas, networking with like-minded professionals, and sharing strategies to push the boundaries of educational technology. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, practical strategies, or a platform to share your experiences, this event is for you.

Workshop Rates: 2-day Registration only

In-Person: $250 CAD + 5% GST
Online: $100 CAD + 5% GST
In-Person (Student): First 5 Free
Online (Student): Free

In-Person registration closes on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM PDT. Online registration closes May 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM PT

The latest workshop details and schedule will be available at ETUG.ca.

What to Expect

May 22, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time

Morning: Interactive Presentations

Dive into practical, follow-along sessions to explore educational technology, tools, and platforms.
Share and discuss best practices for collaborating with educators to design impactful learning experiences.
Reflect on lessons learned from failure, half-baked ideas, and bold experiments sparked growth and creativity.

Afternoon: Demo-Fest and Studio Tours

Discover innovative uses for educational technology through quick demos and conversations, leaving you with actionable ideas to bring back to your institution.
Tour the UBC Studio and Emerging Media Lab (EML) to explore tools like DIY video recording, 3D Capture, Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR).

Evening: Social Event at Koerner's Pub

Note: At the end of Day 1, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM PT, there will be an informal social event with complimentary drinks and appetizers for in-person attendees.

May 23, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time

Morning: Interactive Presentations

Continue exploring educational tools in hands-on sessions.

Afternoon: Table Talks

Connect with colleagues from different institutions while discussing topics such as:
Institutional approaches to implementing the BC Digital Learning Strategy.
Educational technology trends.
The future of digital learning.
Ways to enhance digital learning experiences.

This conference is a space for exploring new ideas, networking with like-minded professionals, and sharing strategies to push the boundaries of educational technology. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, practical strategies, or a platform to share your experiences, this event is for you.

Sessions will be recorded.

Click "Register" to sign up for this event.