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Wednesday, January 14

Using Manipulatives for Problem-Solving in the Primary Classroom

“Manipulatives are necessary tools for supporting the effective learning of mathematics by all students”.  (The Ontario Curriculum:  Mathematics; 2005; p. 25). In this webinar, teachers will discuss: 1) how to incorporate the use of manipulatives in a problem-solving math classroom (JK – 3) to deepen and extend students’ understanding of mathematical concepts from all five …

Thursday, January 15

Foundations of Trauma

Understanding the impact of crisis and trauma on peoples’ lives and being able to respond in meaningful ways are crucial skills for those working in the helping professions. This two-day interactive workshop will provide both a conceptual framework and practical skills for assessment and interventions when working with those who have experienced a range of …

Tuesday, January 20

Becoming Fearless with Fractions!

This session examines the continuum of understanding and skills outlined for fractions and proportional reasoning in the junior years curriculum.  Participants will explore how  manipulatives can be used to support student understanding and independence. Activities will focus on visualization, problem solving skills and developing metacognition. Participants will leave with a 3-part lesson that can be …

Wednesday, January 21

Making the Most of an iPad in an Elementary Classroom

iPads are an incredible tool in the elementary classroom!  Using the iPad’s built-in features and a few high calibre apps, you can engage with content in interactive ways, find information in an instant, and leverage the ‘anywhere, anytime’ capabilities of this amazing device. In this introductory session, we will show you how to integrate the …

Thursday, January 22

Engaging Students in Mathematics Through Critical Inquiry

This session will continue to explore engaging strategies that emphasize a critical inquiry approach to mathematics.  Participants will have an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Critical Thinking Consortium’s ‘rigourous inquiry” framework as an effective model for increasing engagement and fostering the development of strong reasoning skills in the mathematics classroom. Presented by: Maria …