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Reading Non-Fiction Texts in Social Studies
For this project, we developed lessons which integrate Grade 4, 5 and 6 social studies with the language curriculum. We used the fiction and nonfiction Reading Signposts by Beers and Probst to read social studies texts for deeper understanding.
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Using an Action-Oriented Approach for Effective Communication in Secondary Core and Immersion French as a Second Language
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumDivision(s): Intermediate, SeniorLevel(s): Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12Resource(s) Available:Our group discussed listening skills and oral communication in FSL (French) by reading articles, gathering and trying various resources, incorporating technology where appropriate, and developing a document to annotate these strategies and resources.
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The French Immersion Classroom: Enhancing Teaching Practice and Developing Students’ Communication Through Cross-Curricular Balance and the use of Technology
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculum, technologyDivision(s): JuniorLevel(s): Grade 5, Grade 6Resource(s) Available:With a focus on the Junior French Immersion classroom (grades 5 and 6), cross-reference curriculum areas taught in French to develop balanced literacy lessons and consistently integrate School Board issued technology (IPADS) into learning activities
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Documentation and Visibility of Student Thinking
Area(s) of Focus: math, technologyDivision(s): JuniorLevel(s): Grade 5, Grade 6Resource(s) Available:We intentionally developed lessons as opportunities for making student thinking more visible. Debriefing lessons using student work recorded on technology allowed all parties to identify misconceptions, give feedback and assess student thinking.
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Technology Help Desk: Bridging the Gap Between Home and School
This project sought to rethink the way parents, students and teachers are supporting in their learning about educational technologies. Concise student-generated tutorial videos are hosted on a website to address a range of categories.
