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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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Get Kids Talking using Tech Tools!
Let’s get students talking, explaining, creating and documenting their own learning! In this webinar, participants will learn about four iPad apps that we consider to be the most powerful and easy to use. These apps will provide learners with opportunities to practice essential skills for oral language development, print representation and storytelling skills. Use: Explain …
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Math for English Language Learners
In this session, you will hear from educators who are working to improve their mathematics teaching practice in a school where 40% of students are Canadian-born ELLs. Participants, along with the presenters, will explore how their practice as learners and educators can change to positively influence student achievement in the comprehension and communication of math …
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Financial Literacy: Cross-curricular Resources for Elementary Teachers
Discover the many cross-curricular opportunities to bring financial literacy learning into your elementary classroom. This session shares how to take advantage of many excellent cross-curricular resources, including complete lesson plans, videos, interactive games, and much more. These resources are all freely available to all teachers and address a variety of student learning styles. Financial literacy …
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Twitter as “Assessment for Learning”
It’s amazing what can be shared in 140 characters or less! Learn about how to use Twitter to capture student learning, inform teaching practices, and make a meaningful difference in student achievement. Find out practical ways to use Twitter as “assessment for learning.” Look at how photographs, videos, and audio recordings can be easily shared, …