ROBERT WALL
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A teacher, educational technology explorer, and perpetually curious mind with nearly thirty years of experience translating complex ideas into accessible, meaningful learning experiences. Skilled at systems-level thinking, finding the non-obvious connections between ideas across domains and making them visible to learners at any level of expertise. A consistent early adopter and thoughtful integrator of emerging technologies in education, from the earliest days of the internet through podcasting, online learning, and now generative AI. Brings deep pedagogical roots, technical fluency, and a lifelong commitment to exploring what's possible in teaching and learning.
EDUCATION
Master of Education — Educational Communication and Technology | 2007
University of Saskatchewan
- Recipient, Douglas Brown Award in Instructional Technologies
- Culminating project: An Educator's Guide to Using Digital Audio, which embedded established instructional theory in current practices in digital audio production to produce a transferable practitioner framework.
- Coursework included instructional design, educational media production, and online learning.
Bachelor of Education — Secondary Education | 1991
University of Alberta | Major: Biology | Minor: Social Studies
Bachelor of Science — Genetics (Specialization) | 1989
University of Alberta
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Computer Coordinator | 2000–2002
Battlefords' School Division | Secondment from teaching position
Partnership initiative with SaskTel and Sun Microsystems involving four Saskatchewan school divisions. Supported teachers and students in large-scale integration of computer technology into teaching and learning across the division. Provided professional development, technical support, and instructional guidance to staff navigating significant technological change.
Distance Learning Centre Coordinator | 2007–2009
North Battleford Comprehensive High School | In addition to regular teaching responsibilities
Developed and coordinated an online learning program designed to offer flexible delivery of specialized courses for students at NBCHS and throughout the school division. Supported faculty in transitioning to online course delivery, including setup and administration of Moodle LMS installation.
Course Contributor & Educational Assistant — EC&I 831: Open Education and Social Media | Sept 2007–Apr 2008
University of Regina
Collaborated with Dr. Alec Couros on the design and delivery of the first offering of EC&I 831 — an early open and online course in Canada. Design contributions included suggesting ways that free and open tools like wikis and blogs could be used as core course activities. During delivery, prepared resources, managed backchannel communication, and supported students in adopting new technologies.
Co-Creator, Producer & Co-Host — EdTech Posse Podcast | 2006–2013 (reunited 2023; ongoing)
Founded and produced one of the first educational technology podcasts in the world; co-hosted with Dr. Rick Schwier, Dr. Alec Couros, Dean Shareski, and Heather Ross. Reached a worldwide audience of educational technology practitioners and researchers. Featured conversations with leading international figures including Stephen Downes, Howard Rheingold, and Will Richardson. Functioned as an informal professional learning network for educational technologists at a time when such networks were genuinely new.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teacher — North Battleford Comprehensive High School | 1997–2024
Battlefords School Division / Living Sky School Division No. 202
Long-term teaching contract that crossed multiple subject areas including Computer Science, Biology, Science, Mathematics, Communication Media Production, Cisco Networking Academy, and Theory of Knowledge (International Baccalaureate). Developed and delivered curriculum across both secondary and middle years levels. Developed the school's Communication Media Production program and coordinated its ongoing delivery. Active participant in school and division-level initiatives throughout the tenure.
Teacher — Various Institutions | 1991–1996
Term and probationary contracts | Alberta and Saskatchewan
Taught across multiple subject areas including Mathematics, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Social Studies at schools in Alberta and Saskatchewan, including Edmonton Public Schools, Saskatoon Catholic Schools, and rural school divisions. Developed early versatility across disciplines and grade levels.
SKILLS & TECHNOLOGIES
Generative AI — Daily practitioner of generative AI tools including Claude, ChatGPT, and related platforms for curriculum development, content creation, differentiated learning material design, and workflow automation. Developed sophisticated AI-assisted content pipelines producing consistent, high-quality output at scale. Built many websites, including mrwallisawesome.com, an educational resource site featuring math games and simulations developed entirely through AI-assisted coding ("vibe coding"), demonstrating practical application of generative AI to educational resource development.
Web Development & Infrastructure — Administers three Linux web servers. Proficient in Python, HTML, and CSS. Builds and deploys data-driven web applications including two real-time astronomical calculation platforms built from NASA JPL ephemeris data: planetarypositionstoday.com (pure astronomy) and z13astrology.com (astrological application). Experience with Astro framework, PostgreSQL, and automated content delivery pipelines.
Educational Technology Platforms — Moodle LMS (administration and course development), distance learning platform coordination, video conferencing and hybrid learning tools, podcast production and distribution.
Media Production — Video production, audio production and podcast hosting, photography. Provincial and National Technical Committee member for Skills Canada Video Production competition.
Productivity & Media Production Tools — Google Workspace, Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Production applications (Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere), and Final Cut Pro.
Programming & Technical — Python, HTML, CSS, Linux system administration, database management, network infrastructure (CCNA certification in 2005, since lapsed).
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & COMMITTEES
Provincial & National Technical Committee Member — Video Production | 2010–present
Skills Saskatchewan & Skills Canada
Contributes to the development and evaluation of video production competition standards at provincial and national levels, collaborating with stakeholders across institutional and geographic boundaries.
In-School Instructional Technology Support (ISITS) Committee | 2009–2014
Living Sky School Division
Served on division-level committee supporting the integration of instructional technology across schools, providing guidance and support to teaching staff.
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
An Educator's Guide to Using Digital Audio | 2007
M.Ed. Culminating Project, University of Saskatchewan
Used established instructional theory (the audio tutorial system from Samuel Postlethwait) to produce a transferable framework for the use of digital audio production and dissemination by educators. Recipient of the Douglas Brown Award in Instructional Technologies.
Presentation — Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) Summit | 2008
With Dr. Alec Couros
Presented emerging practices (from EC&I 831) in open, networked learning and educational technology at provincial educational technology conference.
Presentation — Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) Summit | 2008
With the EdTech Posse
Presented with Dr. Rick Schwier, Dr. Alec Couros, Dean Shareski, and Heather Ross on emerging issues and innovations in educational technology.
EdTech Posse Podcast | 2006–2013 (reunited 2023; ongoing)
Founded and produced one of the first educational technology podcasts in the world. Featured conversations with leading international figures including Stephen Downes, Howard Rheingold, and Will Richardson. Reached a worldwide audience representing a full range of educational contexts.
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