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We also support the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), leveraging the synergy between teaching, learning, and research. \u200b\r\n\r\nThe CTLT's instructional designers support the learning management system (Moodle) and other teaching technologies. Each academic program has a CTLT Instructional Designer available for you to consult with. Please do not hesitate to ask us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:ctlt@unbc.ca\">ctlt@unbc.ca<\/a>\u00a0who your contact is.\r\n\r\nOur website has the latest information for guides, awards and teaching conversations\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.unbc.ca\/ctlt\">www.unbc.ca\/ctlt<\/a>.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to working with you and learning how you successfully implement positive learning environments within your academic contexts.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\n\r\nDr. Ben Daniel,\r\n\r\nProfessor and Director, Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology\r\n\r\nUniversity of Northern British Columbia\r\n\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header\"><\/header>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>The Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) is committed\u00a0to supporting and advancing the quality of the teaching and learning community at UNBC.\u00a0\u200bWe are dedicated to helping faculty, graduate students, and staff in\u00a0achieving their goal of delivering the best possible learning experience\u00a0for students.\u00a0\u200b \u200b<\/p>\n<p>We are\u00a0committed to facilitating and encouraging the development of\u00a0teaching excellence that aligns with the Strategic Research Plan. \u200b The CTLT provides professional development opportunities throughout the year, and we encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities. 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