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Math Inquiry Across the Strands
This inquiry addresses geometry, number sense, measurement in a social studies context. Our initial inquiry was the creation of a Winter Math Festival. The second inquiry was an investigation of societies around the world (historic and modern).
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Integration of Indigenous Content Through Experiential Learning into Existing Curriculum
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumLevel(s): Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12Resource(s) Available:A collaborative approach to integrating indigenous Ways of Knowing, issues and perspectives for students and staff. Initiatives included group storytelling, creative lessons to explore our history, and connection with Elders in their community.
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Improving Oral Language in French as a Secondary Language Classrooms Through Sustained Inquiry
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumLevel(s): Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 6, Grade 7Resource(s) Available:We worked on developing a culture of inquiry by examining what inquiry looks like in an FSL classroom across elementary classrooms and by questioning students and each other. We examined strategies found in Making Thinking Visible.
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Creating a “Culture of Thinking” and Digital Portfolios: Integrating Language and Social Studies
In this project, FreshGrade ePortfolios were created for Grade 4 and Grade 7 students. Teachers planned integrated Social studies/language units whereby technology was used to “Capture the Learning” of students.
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Pedagogical Documentation with iPads to Support Inquiry in the Junior Grades
Using technology to document student learning and thinking in the junior grades.
