EDUC - 5408G - Mindfulness in Technology-Infused Education

2023-2024 - GR - New Course

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(A) Proposal summary
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  • STEP 1 - Complete the proposal summary information
  • Home faculty*
    Choose your faculty from the list of available options.
  • This new course is associated with the following:*
  • Will this new course appear anywhere other than the course description section of the calendar?*
    Select 'yes' if the new course will be placed in a program map or in a list of electives on a program page in the calendar. Select 'no' if the new course is to be added to the bank of courses only.

  • If you answered yes to the above, please complete the following additional proposals to show course placement on program pages in the calendar:

    • A new core course for an existing program, specialization or minor, or a new elective course that is part of a defined list: Minor Program Adjustment
    • A new elective course for an existing program, specialization or minor, listed in the calendar as a recommended elective: Elective Course Placement
    • A new course (core or elective) related to a Major Program Modification: Major Program Modification.

    Complete one proposal for each impacted program, specialization or minor. Note: If the new course is for a new program, you do not need to show course placement as it will be captured in the new program proposal.

  • Program(s) impacted*

    This new course will be available to students enrolled in any of the Faculty of Education graduate programs, including G.Dip; M.Ed (Course Only); M.Ed. (Project); M.A.; and Ed.D.

    Please list all impacted programs including any applicable fields or specializations.
  • Calendar start date*
    When the course should first appear in the Academic Calendar (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • Registration start date*
    The first time the course will be open for registration (e.g., Winter 2021).
  • STEP 2 - Attach supporting documents, if applicable

  • Visit the files section of the toolbox on the right-hand side of the form to attach any supporting documentation.

  • Are you attaching any supporting documents?*
(B) Course information
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  • STEP 3 - Complete Section B

  • Important note: Please verify that the course code has not been previously used.

  • Course subject code*
    Any new subject codes must be verified by the Office of the Registrar. If you do not see a verified subject code listed, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
    Course number*
    5408G
    5408G
    Course numbers must consist of a four digit numeric code and an alphabetic identifier. Normally, the alphabetic identifier distinguishes the course level, or the source delivery, where U represents undergraduate courses, and G represents graduate courses. New course numbers must be verified by the Office of the Registrar.
  • Course title (long form)*
    Mindfulness in Technology-Infused Education
    Mindfulness in Technology-Infused Education
    Titles should reflect the educational content of the course. The long form course title is displayed in the Academic Calendar and should conform to the university's Editorial Style Guide. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca for assistance.
  • Course title (short form)*
    Mindfulness in Tech Education
    Mindfulness in Tech Education
    The short form course title is used for MyCampus and student transcripts. Titles should reflect the educational content of the course. Short form course titles are limited to 30 characters.
  • Subject area*
    The subject area is used to filter courses in the Academic Calendar. If you do not see an appropriate subject area listed, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
  • Course description*

    The ubiquitous stress we face in our modern technology-infused world of living and learning can create additional strain and tension. This course explores the literature regarding the potential mental health implications of living in a technology-infused society and mindfulness practice. Students will explore the history of mindfulness, critically analyze mindfulness and related research and, through critical debate, research and collaboration, investigate the challenges and benefits of engaging in and integrating mindfulness to address technology-based mental health issues.  Throughout the course, students will participate in and explore various ways to engage in mindfulness, including how we might harness the power of mindfulness via technological applications. 

    The course description should be a brief summary of the course content and should conform to the university's Editorial Style Guide as it is visible in the Academic Calendar. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca for assistance.
  • Credit hours*
    3.0
    3.0
    A measure used to reflect the relative weight of a given course toward the fulfillment of degree requirements. Unless otherwise indicated, a course normally has a credit hour value of three.
  • Contact hours and instructional method
  • Contact hours

  • Contact hours describe the amount of time students spend engaging directly with the course and are listed in the Graduate Academic Calendar.

    Please indicate the total number of hours for each component.

  • Lecture hours
    3.0
    The number of contact hours offered in lecture format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
    Lab hours
    The number of contact hours offered in lab format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
  • Tutorial hours
    The number of contact hours offered in tutorial format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
    Other hours
    The number of contact hours offered in another format not already covered here (e.g., 7 practicum hours). Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods and schedule types.
  • Instructional method

  • Instructional method describes the ways in which the contact hours of a course may be taught; all instructional methods that may apply to the contact hour should be selected. Note that instructional methods (and scheduling information) are not listed in the Academic Calendar.

  • CLS (in-class delivery)*
    HYB (in-class and online delivery)*
  • IND (individual studies)*
    OFF (off-site)*
  • WB1 (virtual meet time - synchronous)*
    WEB (fully online - asynchronous)*
  • N/A (not applicable)*
  • Cross-listing(s)
    The practice of offering a single course under two different course codes.
  • Prerequisite(s) and Prerequisite(s) for Banner
    A course that must be successfully completed prior to commencing a second course for which it is required. Note that this field will be visible in the calendar and cannot contain strings of text (e.g., upper-year Science courses) or special characters. Please include strings of text in the 'Course Restrictions' field. Use ‘and’ or ‘or’ to separate courses and use brackets for groups, e.g., (BUSI 2170U and BUSI 2202U) or (BUSI 2205U or BUSI 2210U).
  • Corequisite(s)
    A course that must be taken concurrently with the course for which it is required. If the course can be taken at a previous time, please see Prerequisite with Concurrency.
  • Prerequisite(s) with concurrency
    A prerequisite with concurrency (i.e., a course that may be taken either in advance of or at the same time as the course for which it is required). Use ‘and’ or ‘or’ to separate courses and use brackets for groups.
  • Credit restriction(s)
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  • Credit restriction(s) - Equivalent course(s)
    Two courses are similar enough in content that they are considered equivalent so students can register in either course but they will only receive credit for one course in their program.
  • Recommended
    A recommended but not required prerequisite course. Use ‘and’ or ‘or’ to separate courses and use brackets for groups. Recommended prerequisites will not be added to Banner.
  • Course restrictions
    Any restriction that is required for a course (e.g., Must be registered in Year 4).
  • Course type
  • Course type*
  • Grade mode
  • Grade mode*
    Identifies the method of grading applied to the course
  • Teaching and assessment methods
  • Teaching and assessment methods*

    This course will incorporate a wide range of instructional practices, including but not limited to small group discussions, collaboration, debates, case studies, experiential learning, technology-supported instruction and direct instruction.

    Students will be assessed using a variety of authentic, meaningful assignments, including but not limited to academic writing assignments (e.g., literature review, research report, annotated bibliography, journal article analysis, case-studies analysis, collaborative books), student-led presentations/seminars, multimedia projects (e.g., video creation, collaborative website design, podcasts), reflective analyses (e.g., peer-assessment, self-assessment). Assignments are designed to be inclusive (e.g., embracing creativity and choice, maximizing student autonomy). 

    Include an exhaustive list of every possible way of administering and/or assessing the course in bulleted format.
  • Learning outcomes

  • For assistance with developing your course learning outcomes, please refer to the Teaching and Learning website or contact them at teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca

  • Course learning outcomes*

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Investigate the potential mental health implications of living in a technology-infused society
    2. Explore the history and key characteristics of mindfulness
    3. Explore research-supported benefits associated with mindfulness practice
    4. Research and critique how technology might support mindfulness practice
    5. Apply theory to practice via engagement in a variety of mindful practices
  • Current term*
    Select the current term from the list of available options.
  • Experiential learning
  • Does the course contain an experiential learning component?

  • If the course DOES NOT contain any experiential learning components, then no further action is required in this section.  If the course DOES contain experiential learning components, please select 'Yes' above, then enter a 'Yes' or 'No' value for each of the experiential components below as appropriate.

  • Case study
    Simulated workplace project
  • Consulting project/workplace project
    Applied research
  • Field experiences
    Other types of experiences (please describe below)
  • Other
    Mindfullness practices
(C) Impact and consultation
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  • STEP 4 - Complete Section C
  • Does this new course impact the Undergraduate Calendar?*
  • We have consulted with all impacted areas*
    By selecting 'yes', you agree that you have consulted with all affected areas prior to beginning this proposal. Select 'N/A' only if the addition of this course does not involve students, staff and faculty from other programs or courses.
  • Process of consultation, if applicable*

    All graduate faculty and administration staff have been involved in the process of modifying the program structure and creating the new graduate courses we will offer in the program. Over the past year, faculty have participated in meetings and worked collectively on the proposed program changes, including the creation of new graduate courses

    Describe the consultation that took place with those impacted.
  • Indigenous Content and Consultation
  • Does this course contain any Indigenous content?*

  • For more information on how Indigenous content is defined at Ontario Tech University and how to consult with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle, please refer to the Protocol for Consultation with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle.

  • Has the IEAC been contacted?
  • If Yes, when?
  • What was the advice you received from the IEAC? And, how has it been included in your proposal?
  • Did the IEAC ask you to return the proposal to them for review?
    If Yes, have they completed their review?
  • Have you considered the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion or decolonization included when creating this new course?
  • Please explain
(D) Financial implications
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  • STEP 5 - Complete Section D
  • Financial implications*

    None

    Provide an analysis of the financial implications associated with the new course.
(E) Routing
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  • STEP 6 - Enter routing information

  • Important note: it is imperative that you choose the correct routing path as it cannot be changed once a proposal has been launched. If you have made a routing error after launching the proposal, the proposal will be cancelled and a new proposal will be required. If you require assistance with routing, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.

  • Should this proposal be routed to the Program Approval step prior to Curriculum Committee?*
    If your curriculum committee is organized by program, or if program-level approval prior to curriculum committee is not required, select 'no'.
  • Faculty or program-level group*
    Choose your faculty or program-level group from the list of options. If your faculty has program-level committees, choose the corresponding program group from the list. Otherwise, choose the home faculty. You may choose more than one option, but please note that your proposal will go to the committees of all options selected. The proposal will not move on to the next step until all faculties have approved at their respective committees.
  • Are there departments associated with your faculty?*
(F) End of proposal
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  • STEP 7 - Save and ensure all required fields are complete
  • STEP 8 - Validate and launch proposal
  • STEP 9 - Approve proposal

  • As the originator, you must approve the proposal to send it on to the next step. To approve, navigate to the decisions section of the toolbox on the right-hand side of the form.

(G) CIQE use only
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