As we expand, our eye is always on the outcomes we create for
learners.
Bow Valley College’s scope is growing as we find new ways to
have an even larger impact on learners, our community, and
Calgary’s economy. A diverse mix of people come to us with
varying education, life and employment experiences seeking
success through our programs in:
Applied and advanced career credentials
Upskilling & microcredentials
Foundational skills
English language learning
The Academic and Research Priorities showcase our strategy for
ensuring we attract 21st century learners and help them launch
thriving careers.
The Academic and Research Priorities drive our commitment to setting goals, choosing initiatives, and allocating resources in ways that support Bow Valley College’s Open Doors – Open Minds Strategic Plan.
• The Chiu School of Business
• The School of Community Studies
• The School of Technology
• The School of Continuing
Learning
• The School of Global
Access
• The School of Foundational Learning
• The School of Health and
Wellness
• Research and Innovation
• Regional Stewardship
The Whole Learner: Bow Valley College facilitates the academic and personal growth of each learner through a variety of classroom and co-curricular opportunities blended with social and academic supports. Learn More
Authentic Learning: Authentic learning means connecting learners with community and employers while delivering innovative curricular experiences. Learn More
Broadening Our Applied Research Agenda: Our goal is to provide every learner with the chance to participate in applied research projects that give them real-world learning experiences. Learn More
Pivot-Ed: The Pivot-Ed initiative develops and delivers short-term courses to support people in re-skilling and upskilling, and provides microcredentials as certification proving learners have demonstrated the required competencies. Learn More
A Culture of Quality: Academic Governance
and Assessment :
Supporting
a culture of quality and excellence, Bow Valley College
academic programs adhere to multi-layered and comprehensive
program quality assurance practices.
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Learners
come to Bow Valley College with different backgrounds, experiences,
and levels of education. They join a cohort of peers in an academic
journey that encompasses shared and unique learning experiences. The
College facilitates the academic and personal growth of each learner
through exposure to a variety of classroom and co-curricular
opportunities blended with social and academic supports.
We will serve our learners better by:
Pathways: Creating
better opportunities through our Career Program Pathways, new
programming in The School of Technology, university transfer, and
collaborative degree initiatives.
Competency Based Education: Taking an
approach that recognizes prior experience and enables learners
to master skills or competencies at their own pace.
Regional Stewardship: Making a long-term
difference in regional communities by developing a sustainable
model to offer a suite of programs and services aligned to
support the economic and social agenda of the communities in
which our regional campuses are located.
Interesting,
relevant, immediately practical learning. That’s authentic learning
at Bow Valley College. It also means connecting learners with
community and employers while delivering innovative curricular
experiences.
Our faculty consult with employers, community agencies, professional
associations, and accreditation bodies to deepen our understanding
of workforce needs. In today’s changing world of work, we need to
constantly re-examine the competencies required for our graduates to
thrive. We facilitate learning through exemplary teaching delivered
through well-qualified faculty, supported by technology tools and
outstanding multi-modal course delivery.
We will foster authentic learning by:
Integrating
Virtual Reality: Expanding the traditional classroom
space through the use of digital technology.
Ignite Faculty Onboarding Program: Shaping
the future of college education begins with our instructors.
Ignite is our comprehensive approach to faculty orientation and
development. An initial week of on-boarding continues with
online and cohort learning throughout the year that emphasizes
high impact instruction, applied learning, and inclusive
learning environments and learning-centered practices.
Our program covers four themes:
• Enhance awareness of adult learners and the learning process
• Build intentionality in instructional practice
• Professionalize the skilled educator
• Transform teaching and learning at Bow Valley College
Learners
benefit through applied research projects by applying their learning
to the real world. Helping organizations solve problems and identify
efficiencies builds practical experience that results in stronger
careers.
We will continue to leverage our research strength in the areas of
teaching and learning, immigrant advancement, health and wellness,
community studies, childhood development, social innovation and
social entrepreneurship, while broadening our research agenda
by:
The
Pivot-Ed initiative develops and delivers short-term courses to
support people in re-skilling and upskilling, and provides
microcredentials as certification proving learners have demonstrated
the required competencies.
Bow Valley College will also explore the potential of joint diplomas
and degrees in partnership with universities. Creating a credible,
flexible model for content consumption, skills acquisition, skill
and competency assessment, and alternative credentialing will help
our learners ladder up to more traditional credentials.
Supporting
a culture of quality and excellence, Bow Valley College academic
programs adhere to multi-layered and comprehensive program quality
assurance practices. We will support academic governance and
assessment by:
As
we embark on exciting new endeavours, our entrepreneurial spirit
and drive to achieve the best for our learners will help us
continue to be a sought-after destination for high-achievers
across the globe.
Keep an eye on Bow Valley College over the next few months as we
roll out our ambitious new programs and projects aimed at
enhancing learner success.
Some things will make a bigger splash than others, but know that
research, innovation and excellence have woven their way into
everything we do, both in the classroom and in the real world.