Connect with our Course Development Team

If you are developing learning resources, why not connect with The Studio’s team of course development specialists? Faculty can work with an Educational Developer in The Studio at any stage of planning or developing your course. Early stage consultation sessions are an opportunity to review approaches to the design and structure of your your course in ways that support engagement and learning.

Jen Tupper, Manager, Learning & Development

Jen leads the Online Learning & Development team and serves as the Educational Developer for Curriculum Design and Training, advancing initiatives that promote excellence in teaching and learning. She provides support in course (re)development, annual planning, and curriculum design for online programs and courses across individual faculty members and academic departments. Additionally, she offers strategic guidance on course design and digital learning, assisting faculty in delivering instruction across remote, hybrid, face-to-face, and dual-mode formats. 

Jen also provides tailored support for faculty in integrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) principles and accessible learning standards to foster student engagement. Faculty members are encouraged to contact her at Jennifer.Tupper@smu.ca to arrange an online consultation. These sessions offer pedagogical support with an emphasis on trauma-informed teaching approaches, ensuring safe and inclusive learning environments.