WCDSB VLC: About the Learning Commons, CEC

The Learning Commons, Catholic Education Centre's resource bookings are operating differently due to the pandemic.

Educators working in a WCDSB school: please follow these instructions to place a hold (email resource.bookings@wcdsb.ca if you are having difficulties).

Staff who prefer not to book resources through the library catalogue may continue to email their requests to resource.bookings@wcdsb.ca. Please include the title, shelf location (call number), your name and school and the dates you wish to borrow the item(s).

Educators working with St. Isidore Virtual School: please email resource.bookings@wcdsb.ca for assistance.

Tip: When booking, choose a date a few days before you need it, so there is sufficient time for courier delivery.

WHAT WE DO

The Learning Commons, CEC (formerly the Resource Centre) is essential in supporting the success of the Waterloo Catholic District Schools Board's by providing:

• The Virtual Learning Commons, the WCDSB's online portal for research databases, digital media, and other innovative teaching and learning support materials
• Technology loans such as Grade 6-8 STEM Kits, maker kits, green screens, and more
• Technology assistance for Learning Commons digital resources (eBooks, databases, digital video etc.)
• Staff resources supporting innovative teaching and learning activities 
• Professional development for Learning Commons staff
• Cataloguing for all WCDSB school Learning Commons' collections, Central departments, and Chromebooks

ACCESSING PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

Visit the WCDSB catalogue to search the professional resources collection, or ask your school's Learning Commons staff for assistance. WCDSB staff may also visit the collection in person on the first floor of the Catholic Education Centre. 

SEARCH CATALOGUE

Includes Learning Commons CEC,
ESL, and Learning Services.