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Curriculum Connections and Examples that Create Mirrors, Windows and Revolving/ Sliding doors for Students
In this webinar, we will use the principles of Culturally Responsive, Relevant and Sustaining Pedagogies to make curriculum connections to our teaching approaches to create Mirrors, Windows and Revolving/ Sliding doors for Students. We will explore how an ‘asset-based’ approach to the curriculum allows students to not only see themselves reflected in their learning, but …
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Pathways to student success in Social Studies, History and Geography: Exploring engaging possibilities
In this webinar, participants will examine approaches, strategies, habits of mind and resources that lead to deeper learning, critical thinking and skill development in the areas of inquiry, historical thinking, and global competencies. Participants will also explore an approach and resources, developed by the Ontario Elementary Social Studies Teachers Association, that support learning through an …
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Supporting Improved Math Achievement Through a Focus on Wellness
Join this energetic discussion about classroom routines, conversation structures, assessment practices and student voice as they relate to a problem-solving math class and student wellness. The positive impact that these have had on the culture in the facilitator’s class and on student achievement is noteworthy. As well, participants are invited to bring their questions and …
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Problem Based Learning: How to solve real world issues in today’s classroom – Part 2
In this second session, teachers will continue to build their capacity to facilitate problem based learning in their classrooms and engage students in addressing a relevant social or environmental issue. This session focuses on how to build in cross curricular tasks while meeting curriculum expectations in multiple strands. This webinar is relevant to teachers of all grades and …
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Problem Based Learning: How to solve real world issues in today’s classroom – Part 1
In this session, teachers will gain an understanding of how to facilitate problem based learning in their classrooms at any grade level. Discover how to engage students in addressing a relevant social or environmental issue while meeting curriculum expectations in multiple strands. Teachers will learn how to develop an effective research question, create an action …