Theresa Steger, Director, Digital Curriculum

Hello all, It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of Theresa Steger to the role of Director, Digital Curriculum. As the Director of Digital Curriculum, Theresa will support the academic schools in the application of modern learning theories in program and course level curriculum design as well as support the academic schools in the evolution of digital curricula and the curation of digital content. Moreover, Theresa will support Humber’s institutional Digital Learning Plan while maintaining a focus on improving quality and productivity in the development of digital curriculum that is modular, adaptive, responsive to the needs of all students, mobile and ubiquitous. Her emphasis on "Constructive Alignment" will ensure learning outcomes, learner engagement, and assessment methodologies are aligned to the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development requirements, industry and community partner needs and meet/exceed international quality standards. Working closely with all members of the CTL team, Theresa will further position Humber’s as a leading provider of 21st century education and will support Humber’s strategic focus on Flexible Learning.   Theresa’s qualifications include graduate studies and research at the University of Toronto (Human Development and Applied Psychology) focused on enhancing teaching and learning through evidence-based curriculum development and professional development processes. Her previous experience includes positions as Program Coordinator of a teacher pre-service program at Illinois State University and of Humber’s Early Childhood Education Diploma Program. Prior to joining Humber, Theresa also held a faculty position at Ryerson University. Most recently, Theresa worked as a Program Development Consultant in the Planning, Development and Renewal Department. Theresa is an active member of a number of educational developers’ groups and is registered with the Ontario College of Teachers. Theresa has served as a peer-reviewer for SSHRC, ISSOTL, and HEQCO, and has presented at national and international conferences on teaching and learning and technology-enhanced curriculum and pedagogy.  Theresa’s extensive experience in the area of designing digital learning has reinforced her commitment to effective curriculum development as foundational to quality education and she is committed to increasing knowledge of ways in which technology can create flexible and inclusive teaching practices that support the full participation of all members of our learning community.  Theresa's office is located in the Planning, Development and Renewal Department. Please join me in welcoming Theresa to this exciting new role! All the best! Eileen De Courcy Associate Vice President, Teaching & Learning