Workshops

Time:  1:00 - 3:00pm 
Date: Friday, January 14-February 4th, 2022
Cost: $120.00

Here the students will learn the fundamentals of photography: The depth of field, composition, lighting, as well as an introduction to shutter speed, aperture and ISO. They will further discuss the camera basics to get them even more familiar with the camera they own.

These workshops will afford students time to practice and explore their learning in photography. This is an interactive, student-centred class with plenty of hands-on experiences. Students will have opportunities to explore their own passions in photography, allow their artistic skills to flourish, and develop necessary presentation and interpersonal skills. 

Required: Students must bring their own camera (not a smartphone).

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When: Tuesdays, January 18 - February 1, 2022, 9:30-10:40
Cost: $80
Capacity: 12 participants, age 13+

An actor’s job is to “connect the thoughts,”meaning to find the connections that make each moment of the story full of discovery and dynamic action. Participants will engage in playful exercises in scenes from Bill Watterson's classic Calvin and Hobbes comic strip.The goal is to awaken students’ imaginations to engage a character’s relationship and conflict with bold vocal and physical expression.

When: Tuesdays, January 18 - February 22, 2022 
Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm

Does your child love to play chess? This six week program is a unique opportunity to play the game while improving skills in Problem Solving, Deductive Reasoning and Creative Thinking by solving chess puzzles and executing a systematic process to beat your opponent.

While this program is called "beginner" it will challenge your chess player and keep them engaged, even if they have been playing for years.

This series of three 2-hour sessions will include instruction, parent participation, and opportunity for Q & A.  As participants meet in a virtual classroom, a microphone headset, a strong internet connection and speakers are required.

Workshop runs for three Mondays: January 31, Feb 7 & 14, from 7 pm – 9 pm.

Foundations is a prerequisite to all other Mediated Learning Courses with the exception of Screen Impact.  Once you have completed Foundations, please explore the other courses in any order.

With special guest Sarah Crick, MSc, R.SLP, CCC-SLP, and WISDOM mom.

Discover how you can help your child with speech/language delays at home.

Join us for an online evening with answers to your specific questions, information and resources. As participants meet in a virtual classroom, a microphone headset, a strong internet connection and speakers are required.

February 15, 2pm

$30 per couple or individual parent

As you register, please let us know of a specific question you would like to ask, as well as the age of your child.

Prerequisite:  Mediated Learning - Basics/Foundations

Parents, we invite you to join us for an online parent training course.

Workshop runs for two Thursdays: February 24 and March 3, from 6:50 pm - 9:00 pm.

This series of two 2-hour sessions will include instruction, parent participation, and opportunity for Q & A.  As participants meet in a virtual classroom, a microphone headset, a strong internet connection and speakers are required.

Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm
Date: Fridays, February 25 - March 18, 2022
Cost: $120.00

 By the end of this program the students will have a greater understanding of the use of their camera in manual mode as well as other buttons and functions. They will explore the more detailed use of aperture, shutter speed and ISO to create enduring photos. Students will also get an introduction to shooting in the dark, street photography and macro photography.

These workshops will afford students time to practice and explore their learning in photography. This is an interactive, student-centred class with plenty of hands-on experiences. Students will have opportunities to explore their own passions in photography, allow their artistic skills to flourish, and develop necessary presentation and interpersonal skills. 

Required: Students must bring their own camera (not a smartphone).

Questions? This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Join your high school student for an online training course.  Designed for both the student (age 14+) and the parent in online participation. Parent must have previously taken an ML workshop. If the parent has not yet taken Foundations, please check the website for upcoming workshops.

Workshop runs for three Tuesdays: March 8, 15 & 22, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.

This series of three 2-hour sessions will include instruction, participation, and opportunity for Q & A. As participants meet in a virtual classroom, a microphone headset, a strong internet connection and speakers are required.