Praxar Blog
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Transforming Student Engagement
The Power of Iterative Learning in Higher Education In today’s fast-paced educational landscape, many educators grapple with how to make learning more effective and engaging for their students. A critical question arises: how…
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Episode 5 – Using Experiential Learning for Domestic Recruitment
Summary In this episode of The Experiential Edge, host Trevor Finch discusses the critical topic of domestic student recruitment with professors Barb Bringleson and Ben Oliver. They explore the importance of experiential learning…
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Time-Saving Hacks for Educators
“Fugit irreparabile tempus ” – Virgile Teaching is a rewarding yet demanding profession, and many educators struggle with time management. In this post, we’ll explore effective time-saving hacks shared by Kim Donaldson, a…
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Episode 4 – AI and Experiential Learning
Summary In this episode, Trevor Finch and Matthew Schonewille discuss the integration of AI in higher education, particularly in experiential learning. They explore the challenges and opportunities that AI presents for instructors and…
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Episode 3 – Building Critical Skills Through Virtual Reality
Summary In this episode of the Experiential Edge Podcast, host Trevor Finch speaks with Jennifer Hainsworth, a business instructor at Olds College, about her innovative use of virtual reality (VR) in the classroom.…
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Episode 2 – Intense Iteration – With Svan Lembke
Summary In this episode of the Experiential Edge podcast, host Trevor Finch engages with Dr. Svan Lembke, a professor at Okanagan College, to discuss the transformative power of experiential and iterative learning in…
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Supporting Experiential Learning in Winnipeg
Praxar Sponsors the Inaugural RRC Polytech / University of Winnipeg Marketing Case Competition On March 12, Praxar was proud to sponsor the inaugural Marketing Case Competition hosted by RRC Polytech and the University…
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Experiential Learning, On Campus
A Visit to Ottawa Last week, Danica from the Praxar team spent time in Ottawa visiting faculty and campuses at the University of Ottawa, Carleton University, and Algonquin College. The goal was simple:…
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News Feed
May, 2026 Jayden and Trevor, on the road ! 🧳 We’re proud to have been part of the 2026 edition of the Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC) Conference in Calgary! A big…
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From the Classroom to Careers
Preparing Students for the Workforce The transition from academic life to the workplace is challenging for many graduates. Despite earning their degrees, many students lack the essential skills that employers value most. Key…
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Episode 1 – Overcoming Instructor Time Poverty
Summary In this episode, Trevor Finch discusses the challenges of time poverty faced by educators with guest Kim Donaldson. They explore effective strategies for time management, the importance of preparation, and innovative feedback…
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From Passive Learning to Active Engagement
The Power of Experiential Learning in higher Ed For years, higher education has successfully relied on lectures, textbooks, case studies, and exams as the primary teaching tools. But with new challenges in the…
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Turning Theory into Action
How Simulations Bridge the Gap in Higher Ed We’ve all heard it before: “I understand the theory, but I don’t know how to apply it in the real world.” For many students, traditional…
