Introducing ELSA, ECNO’s new online learning centre built specifically for Ontario school board operational and administrative staff!
Designed to make professional development more accessible, practical, and role-specific, ELSA helps teams build essential skills in:
- AI Foundations and responsible AI use
- Cybersecurity awareness and best practices
- Workplace compliance
- Operational efficiency and digital skills
With more than 800 high-quality, continuously updated learning resources, ELSA combines self-guided pathways, AI-enabled simulations, role-specific exercises, and real-world operational scenarios to deliver practical learning that connects directly to everyday work.
High value, high quality professional development.
Starting at just $8.25 per user per month for full year access, ELSA offers affordable, expert-developed professional development with scalable pricing options available for teams of all sizes:
Buy 25 → get 5 free, Buy 50 → get 10 free, Buy 100 → get 25 free.
Learners can:
- Build confidence through practical, hands-on learning
- Receive personalized learning recommendations
- Track progress and earn badges or micro-credentials
Managers can:
- Monitor participation and progress with real-time analytics
- Support team development across departments
- Access scalable learning for teams of all sizes
ELSA will launch as 1-year pilot initiative in September 2026! Reserve your spot today, no commitment required!
ECNO will follow up before September to confirm the registrations and collect more details.
FAQs
What is ELSA (ECNO Learning & Skills Academy)?
ELSA is ECNO’s new online learning centre designed specifically for Ontario school board operational and administrative staff. Launching in September 2026, ELSA provides accessible, role-specific professional development focused on AI Foundations, Cybersecurity, Workplace Compliance, and operational skills.
What kinds of learning materials are included?
ELSA includes learning pathways and resources focused on AI Foundations and responsible AI use, cybersecurity awareness and best practices, workplace compliance, operational efficiency, and digital skills. Learners will also gain hands-on experience through role-specific scenarios and practical exercises designed to reflect real operational environments within school boards, including:
- Micro-credentials and badges
- 800+ up-to-date learning resources
- Self-guided modules
- AI-enabled simulations
- Scenario-based practice
- Role-specific labs
- Skill assessments
How is ELSA different from other online learning platforms?
ELSA is built specifically for school board operational environments. The learning is tailored to real workplace situations, with role-specific AI exercises and practical scenarios directly connected to everyday responsibilities.
How does ELSA approach AI learning?
ELSA focuses on practical, role-specific AI learning. Staff will learn how AI tools can support their day-to-day responsibilities in safe, effective, and responsible ways. ELSA tailors AI exercises and scenarios to operational responsibilities, helping learners apply AI tools in meaningful, relevant ways to their role-specific learning needs.
Does ELSA assess current skill levels? How can users track their progress?
Yes! The platform includes pre-learning skill benchmarks as well as confidence and capability self-assessments to help guide personalized learning and identify knowledge gaps. ELSA includes real-time analytics and reporting dashboards that allow users and managers to monitor participation, progress, and completion rates to access efficacy.
How much does ELSA cost?
ELSA is designed to provide affordable professional development at $8.25 per user per month or less for annual access.
Are discounts available?
Yes! Flexible pricing options will be available for participating school boards and teams, with tiered discounts based on the number of users.
Is there a mandatory commitment to express interest?
There is currently no commitment to sign up. Right now, expression of interest form is not binding and is intended to help ECNO gauge participation interest and inform pilot planning. The upcoming pilot year will help ECNO refine, scale, and strengthen the long-term vision for ELSA. Early participation will help guide planning and resource development.
What is the long-term vision for ELSA?
ECNO’s vision is to create a sustainable, continuously evolving learning ecosystem that supports operational excellence and future-ready skills across Ontario’s education sector. ELSA supports ECNO’s commitment to advancing digital capacity, operational excellence, cybersecurity readiness, and responsible innovation across Ontario school Boards.
When does ELSA launch?
ELSA is scheduled to launch in September 2026 as a 1-year pilot initiative.