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Sado says college will continue with transcription app despite concerns from students, staff

Victoria Surla5 years ago07 mins

George Brown College (GBC) President Anne Sado has issued a response to MPP Jessica Bell and MPP Joel Harden, confirming that the college will continue with the Note Taking Express service despite voiced concerns. On March 25, provincial politicians sent a letter expressing concern for the accessibility of students with disabilities and loss of decently…

“It’s just a very different experience.” – Computerized notetakers, provincial politicians say GBC’s switch to Note Taking Express shortchanges students

Victoria Surla5 years ago07 mins

On December 15, 2020, 67 computerized notetakers at George Brown College (GBC) received an email that all contracts would be terminated by December 18, 2020 and replaced by a software application called Note Taking Express. Although a few staff members would still be required to provide coverage for on-campus classes, all 5 GTA virtual classes…