Presentations

Conference Presentations      

Phirangee, K. & Kwasny, D. (2021). Using OBS Studio with the CoI Framework to Enhance Online Instruction. Proposal presented at the 7^th Annual Digital Pedagogy Institute Conference. University of Toronto, Toronto, ON. August 10-11, 2021

Phirangee,K. & Bakir, N. (2020). Students’ Perceptions of ‘The Presentation of Self’ in an Online Learning Environment. Paper will be presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. San Francisco, CA. April 17-21, 2020. (Conference canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic)

Phirangee, K., Demmans Epp, C., Pandeliev, V., & Munteanu, C. (2019). Reflective Teaching in Computer Science? A Tale of Two Instructors. Paper will be presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. Toronto, Ontario. April 5-9, 2019.

Perez, R., Demmans Epp, C., Phirangee, K., Hewitt, J. (2019). User-Centered Dashboard Design: Iterative Design to Support Teacher Informational Needs in Online Learning Contexts. Paper will be presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. Toronto, Ontario. April 5-9, 2019.

Dennen, V., Lowenthal, P., Xie, K., Maddrell, J., & Phirangee, K. (2018). Social Presence in Online Learning: Extending the Research Conversation on Definitions, Learning, Conflict, Identity, and Othering. Symposium panel session at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. New York, New York. April 13-17, 2018.

Després-Bedward, A., Avery, T.L., & Phirangee, K. (2018). Student Perspectives on the Role of the Instructor in Face-to-Face and Online Learning. Paper presented at the 7th International Conference on Educational and Information Technology, Oxford University, Oxford, United Kingdom. March 7-9

Phirangee, K. & Malec, A. (2017). Student Experiences of Othering in Online Learning. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Conference. Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario. May 27 – 31, 2017.

Demmans Epp, C., Phirangee, K., & Hewitt, J. (2017). “The Interplay Between Students’ Usage of Pronouns and Community Levels in Online Courses.” Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. San Antonio, Texas. April 27- May 1, 2017.

Phirangee, K. Demmans Epp, C., & Hewitt, J. (2017). “Community in Online Courses: the Roles Played by Course Length, Facilitation, Method, and Student Actions.” Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. San Antonio, Texas. April 27- May 1, 2017.

Phirangee, K. & Hewitt, J. (2016). “Sometimes They Completely Ignore Me:” Instructors’ Perspectives on the Interactions that Indicate a Sense of Community has Developed among Online Learners. Paper  presented at the annual meeting of The Canadian Society for Study in Education. Calgary, Alberta. May 28- June 1, 2016.

Phirangee, K.,  Demmans Epp, C., & Hewitt, J. (2016). Exploring How Peer and Instructor Facilitation Relates to Students’ Activity Patterns in Online Learning Communities. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. Washington, DC. April 8-12, 2016.

Phirangee, K. & Hewitt, J. (2016). “That’s Cheating:” Students’ Perceptions of Peer-to-Peer Interactions that Weaken a Sense of Community in an Online Learning Environment. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. Washington, DC. April 8-12, 2016.

Phirangee, K. & Hewitt, J. (2015). Express Yourself: Exploring How Students Express Themselves in Online Learning Environments. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association. Chicago, Illinois. April 16-20, 2015.

Phirangee, K. & Hewitt, J. (2014). Expressing Emotion in an Online Learning Environment Through Nonverbal Cues. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Conference, May 28, 2014.

Gill, M., Phirangee, K., & Ippolito, J, (2014). Literacy Online: Connecting Marginalized Parents/Caregivers and Teachers in a Virtual Forum. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Canadian Society for the Study of Education Conference, May 27, 2014

Phirangee, K. & Hewitt, J. (2014). Lively Discussions: Using Linking to Enrich Threaded Discourse. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Educational Research Association Conference. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. April 3, 2014.

Phirangee, K., Hewitt, J., & Makos, A. (2013).  Link Me Up: Exploring the Ways Linking Notes Reshape Students’ Online Participation. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Canadian Society for the Study of Education. Victoria Island, BC. June 4th, 2013.

Phirangee, K., Hewitt, J., Makos, A. (2013). There’s Something about Linking: Exploring the Ways Hyperlinks Help Students Construct Knowledge Online. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Dean’s Graduate Student Research Conference. Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto. March 21, 2013.

Phirangee, K. (2012). Log On: Exploring Web 2.0 Technologies in the Elementary Classroom. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education Conference. Austin, Texas. March 5, 2012.

Phirangee, K. (2011). The Pedagogical Impact of Web 2.0 Technologies in the K-6 Ontario Classroom. Presented at the annual meeting of the York University Graduate Students in Education Conference. Toronto, ON. March 11, 2011.

Guest Lectures 

“Inclusive Teaching Through Active Learning in the Online Environment,” UTSC Library, July 2021

“Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity and Accessibility and Considerations in Online Learning Environments,” Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto & St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, April 2021

“Creating technology-enhanced classrooms: Benefits, Challenges and Resources,” York University, October 2016

“Teaching with Technology: Integrating Media, Finding a Balance and Designing Instruction,” York University, March 2016

“Establishing Your Web Presence,” OISE/University of Toronto, April, 2015

“Put Your Best Foot(print) Forward: Creating a Positive Digital Footprint,” University of Toronto, March 2015 

“Interaction and Collaboration in Online Learning,” OISE/University of Toronto, March 2015

“Teaching with Digital Media,” York University, February 2015

“Web 2.0 Technologies in the K-12 Classroom,” York University, September 2014

“Wired Jellybeans: The Pedagogical Value of Video Remix,” York University, October 2013

Pepper information sessions, OISE/University of Toronto, April & June 2013

“Using the Web-Based Tools Prezi and WordPress to Share Ideas,” York University, January 2011