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An Introduction to Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI): How does it work and how might it impact my work as a teacher?
An Introduction to Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI): How does it work and how might it impact my work as a teacher? Doesn’t it feel like artificial intelligence is making headlines everywhere, sparking both excitement and concern? Have you ever wondered what Generative AI (GenAI) truly is and how it creates text, images, and music? What …
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Métis Days of Significance
Métis Days of Significance Dive into the rich history, culture, and resilience of the Métis people with this engaging presentation created by the Métis Nation of Ontario’s K-12 Education Initiatives Team. Explore a carefully curated selection of Days of Significance that hold deep meaning for the Métis community, offering educators a meaningful way to incorporate …
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Cultivating Community & Collaboration via Digital Media Literacy: A Project-based Approach to ENL1W
Presenters Alexandra (Xan) Woods alexandra.woods@ocdsb.ca Blog: https://medium.com/the-reciprocal-teacher X handle: @xanwoods Amanda Potts amanda.potts@ocdsb.ca Blog: https://persistenceandpedagogy.com/ X handle: @ahpotts Summary The OTF Connects webinar entitled “Cultivating Community and Collaboration via Digital Media Literacy” was presented by Zan Woods and Amanda Potts. The session focused on integrating digital media literacy into the curriculum to enhance student …
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Culturally Relevant Pedagogy, intercultural understanding, and you
This workshop will explore who you are as an educator and how your identities influence your pedagogies and relationships with learners. Join expert teacher Karen Devonish-Mazzotta on a journey into Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogy. Together, we will take a deep dive into Intercultural Awareness and Understanding and explore the important connections between the tenets of …
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Celebrating the New ICD2O “Digital Technology and Innovations in the Changing World” Computer Studies Course
The new ICD20 course emphasizes the evolving role of digital technology in education, shifting towards incorporating innovations to prepare students for a technologically advanced society. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on computational thinking and programming skills, aiming to develop students’ abilities to solve complex problems using digital technologies. Integration of emerging technologies, such as …