Sea Tangle
Middle
Sea Tangle allows users to explore a kelp forest off the coast of British Columbia. Players will learn why the kelp forest and its inhabitants are important to one another.
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AI in Everyday Life
Primary - Secondary
AI is no longer relegated to the realm of futuristic cartoons or sci-fi blockbusters; it has quickly integrated into many aspects of our communities and homes. In their day-to-day lives, humans encounter various forms of AI all the time.
Creating an Address Tool Using AI
Secondary - Adult
Anybody who’s lived in a small town is probably used to receiving directions like, “Oh, I live in the house with the blue roof behind the Coop,” or “The Country Food store is just past the Arctic Survival Store.”
Introduction to Machine Learning
Primary - Grade 3
In this lesson, students learn how a computer can be taught to categorize objects. This is something students already have experience with.
Turing Tests
Grade 4 - Grade 6
When artificial intelligence (AI) advances to a certain level, it may be possible to have conversations with machines that feel like speaking to a human. This exercise tests the current state of AI to see whether we can be fooled.
Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs): Artistic Creation with an AI Collaborator
Grade 9 - Grade 12
A generative adversarial network (GAN) is a pair of duelling systems playing a game. The discriminative network has been trained to recognize, or discriminate among, types of data.
Machine Learning: Supervised and Unsupervised
Grade 7 - Grade 8
There are many ways to build machine learning programs. In this lesson, students explore two of the basic types of machine learning: unsupervised learning and supervised learning.
Intermediate Google Workspace Part 2
Adult
This learning program has been divided into two courses: Introduction to Google Workspace and Advanced Google Workspace. The second course is intended to provide learners with practical training on using the advanced features of Google Workspace. This course focuses on collaborative and integrated google tools that work together with other tools. Learning Objectives By the … Continued
How to Assemble a Computer
Secondary - Adult
This is an introductory tutorial on how to assemble a PC desktop. In this video, we will learn about the different parts of a computer and how to assemble the computer.
Leveling Up: Selling on Facebook and Instagram
Adult
This course provides the learner with a functional understanding of the commerce tools available on Facebook and Instagram and the best practices associated with promoting and selling handmade products on these platforms. Course Objectives Understand the free commerce tools available to Business Pages on Facebook and Instagram. Understand the options available to Canadian businesses for … Continued
The Root & STEM Podcast
We’re excited to launch a new podcast, bringing you an audio version of everything you love about Root & STEM.
Working with Drives, Folders and Files – Windows
Adult
This course is designed for an adult learner interested in understanding how files are stored and organized by computers. The course will cover the basics of naming and organizing files, using removable drives such as USB sticks, and an introduction to working with online storage systems such as Google Drive and OneDrive.
Introduction to Social Media for Small Business
Secondary - Adult
In this course, social media’s essentials for business are introduced to provide learners with the foundational understanding required to promote their small business on major social media platforms. Note: As this is an introductory course, it will not discuss advanced features such as paid advertising or commerce listings on any platform.
Success in Online Learning Part 3
Adult
Success in Online Learning Part 3 will lead you into mastery by investigating specialized supports and resources, self-care strategies, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and other gems from the Internet.
Success in Online Learning Part 2
Adult
Part Two will take you beyond the basics, with the introduction of several new and exciting Google Workspace learning programs and platforms. Finally, Part Three will lead you into mastery by investigating specialized supports and resources, self-care strategies, Massive Open Online Courses and other ‘Gems from the Internet’.
Success in Online Learning Part 1
Adult
Transitioning to Online Learning can be scary and exciting all at the same time. For some of us, this will be the very first time we have used technology in this way; for others it might be a time to spread our wings! This course will start by introducing you to the basics of online … Continued
Introduction to Microsoft Office
Adult
In the Introduction to Microsoft Office course learners will explore the computer application program Microsoft Office that can be used to create a variety of business and office files including documents, spreadsheets, slide show presentations and email. Microsoft Office is one of the most widely used word processors available for Macs and PCs. Course Objectives … Continued
Unplugged Coding: Binary Encoding
Grade 1 - Grade 3
This unplugged coding activity challenges you to encode different words into binary code. In this activity you will explore the computational thinking methods of decomposition. You will break down the word or words you select into single letters and encode it into Binary code using the Binary Code Key to create a secret message!
Scratch Basics Episode 10: Coding Backdrop Changes
Grade 1 - Adult
In this series, the basics of Scratch will be introduced to provide learners with the foundational skills required to begin creating in Scratch.
Scratch Mix and Match Challenge #4
Middle - Grade 12
Scratch Mix and Match Cards Challenge #4. Accept the challenge and learn how to make a Choose your own Adventure game or story! Making your own games in Scratch is a fun way to learn how to code!
Scratch Basics Episode 6: Gliding From One Point to Another
Primary - Adult
In this series, the basics of Scratch will be introduced to provide learners with the foundational skills required to begin creating in Scratch.