Signature Learning Experiences (SLEs) are intentional, course-embedded learning opportunities that help students build essential “character skills” like collaboration, adaptability, innovation, and self-leadership. These experiences are designed and led by faculty who integrate themes such as sustainability, indigenous perspectives, immersive technology, and global learning (e.g., COIL) into their teaching. SLEs ensure that every Sheridan student, across all programs, engages in meaningful learning that connects classroom theory to real-world challenges. This initiative emphasizes transformative learning as a pathway to nurturing adaptable, self-aware students prepared for a rapidly changing world.
To get involved in any of the SLEs:
A global learning experience that connects Sheridan students and faculty with international peers through virtual collaboration.
COIL projects are embedded into courses and co-designed by partnering instructors from different countries.
Focuses on intercultural dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and meaningful global engagement without requiring travel.
How to design and facilitate interdisciplinary, intercultural learning experiences with global partners.
Best practices for integrating virtual collaboration into curriculum design.
Strategies to develop inclusive, equitable partnerships with international institutions.
Tools and platforms that support effective online global collaboration.
Builds intercultural communication and digital collaboration skills.
Offers real-world problem-solving experiences with international peers.
Expands global perspectives and fosters global citizenship.
Accessible and inclusive international learning experience that doesn’t require travel.
Makes global learning equitable, scalable, and sustainable.
Prepares students for diverse, interconnected workplaces.
Enhances academic and professional growth through authentic international engagement.
An SLE that prepares faculty to create collaborative, cross-disciplinary learning experiences.
Focuses on solving open-ended, real-world problems using a team-based, equity-informed approach.
Core elements and characteristics of IPBL pedagogy.
How to design inclusive learning experiences for students across different programs.
Ways to apply interdisciplinary teaching strategies that reflect workplace diversity and complexity.
Opportunities to work in diverse teams with peers from different academic backgrounds.
Development of collaborative problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Exposure to real-world challenges that vary in complexity and scope.
Encourages equity, inclusivity, and diverse perspectives in the classroom.
Bridges academic disciplines to mirror professional and societal challenges.
Prepares students to thrive in dynamic, team-oriented environments.
An SLE designed to integrate Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR) into teaching and learning.
Combines theory and hands-on practice to help faculty explore immersive tools within a pedagogical framework.
Encourages reflective, forward-thinking approaches to classroom innovation using immersive tech.
How to incorporate immersive technologies into their teaching to create engaging and accessible learning experiences.
How to assess the value and limitations of immersive platforms for education.
Strategies to ensure ethical, inclusive, and purposeful use of emerging technologies.
Experience more personalized and accessible learning through immersive tools.
Engage with course content in new ways using immersive technology that goes beyond traditional methods.
Learn through platforms that simulate real-world environments and scenarios.
Develop critical awareness of the societal and ethical implications of immersive tech.
Benefit from enhanced educational experiences that support a variety of learning styles and needs.
Bridges the gap between emerging tech and practical classroom use.
Enhances engagement, accessibility, and experiential learning.
Prepares students for the evolving digital and professional landscape.
An SLE designed to help faculty embed sustainability principles into teaching practices across all disciplines.
Focuses on both theory and real-world application to prepare students for contributing to a sustainable future.
Encourages inclusive, collaborative, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability education.
How to meaningfully integrate sustainability into curriculum design and pedagogy.
Ways to engage students in addressing complex sustainability challenges.
Strategies for fostering systems thinking, global awareness, and social responsibility in the classroom.
Gain critical knowledge and skills to address real-world sustainability issues.
Learn to collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative, inclusive solutions.
Build resilience and adaptability to navigate an ever-changing environmental and social landscape.
Become empowered to take informed action toward a more sustainable and just future.
Prepares students to be responsible global citizens and change-makers.
Promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and values-driven education.
Aligns education with urgent environmental and social priorities.
An SLE designed to deepen understanding of Indigenous worldviews and ways of knowing.
Supports the creation of inclusive, respectful learning environments that honour Indigenous perspectives.
Encourages ongoing reflection and growth in cultural humility and cultural safety.
Foundational knowledge of Indigenous histories, perspectives, and contributions.
How to incorporate Indigenous ways of knowing and doing into curriculum and teaching practices.
Practical strategies to foster cultural safety in classrooms and learning spaces.
How to engage in respectful and meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.
Exposure to diverse perspectives and knowledge systems.
A more inclusive and culturally safe learning environment.
Increased awareness and appreciation of Indigenous histories and contemporary experiences.
Opportunity to engage in reconciliatory learning and critical reflection.
Supports reconciliation and decolonization efforts in education.
Enriches learning through multiple worldviews.
Builds a more inclusive, respectful academic community.
For more COIL resources visit the Global Learning resource hub