Digital Learning at Trent embraces the principles of digital pedagogy; an approach that thoughtfully integrates technology with purposeful, research informed teaching practices.  These integrations enhance access, engagement, and meaningful learning in online spaces. Digital pedagogy leverages tools to design learning experiences that promote equity, flexibility, and connection, whether students are on campus or learning at a distance. At the Trent Teaching Commons, our Digital Learning team supports this work by bringing together eLearning designers, educational technologists, administrative support, and a multimedia specialist who collaborate to create dynamic, high-quality digital learning environments like online courses and educational resources.

According to the 2025 Pan-Canadian Report on Digital Learning Trends from the Canadian Digital Learning Research Association, “the primary reasons driving student preferences for online or hybrid learning are to manage competing priorities [and] cost savings”. The Trent Teaching Commons digital learning team partners closely with faculty to develop online courses that expand program flexibility through a strategic mix of online offerings. The emphasis on student choice and accessibility is part of a broader effort to enhance the opportunity for deep, meaningful learning in digital space. 

Beyond course development, the Digital Learning team leads special projects that enrich teaching and learning across the university, including the creation of open educational resources tailored to the needs of specific programs, as well as full-scale digital media production such as podcasts, educational video series, and other forms of scholarly media. Whether you’re exploring online course design for the first time or envisioning a digital innovation within your program, we’re here to support you in bringing your ideas to life.