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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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Got Real-World Issues? Engaging Students Through the Creation of a Cross-Curricular Collaborative Problem-Solving Adventure
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumDivision(s): IntermediateLevel(s): Grade 7, Grade 8Resource(s) Available:This project provides resources to support inquiry-based, cross-curricular learning connected to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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Student Voice in Inquiry Learning
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumLevel(s): Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5Resource(s) Available:We believe the right resources for student-directed inquiries is part of how we support students in connectedness to their learning and their community. Our report includes a bank of resources along with our learning through successes and challenges.
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Walk with us: Affirming the Voices of First Nations Students Through Digital Storytelling
Area(s) of Focus: technologyDivision(s): SeniorLevel(s): Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12Resource(s) Available:The #walkwithusproject demonstrates how Google Street View, 360° photography and WalkInto, a free, web-based virtual tour building software, can be used as a tool for creating interactive, audience-responsive and customizable virtual field trips.
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Blending Civics
Area(s) of Focus: revised curriculumDivision(s): IntermediateLevel(s): Grade 10Resource(s) Available:We developed a blended learning stations activity for the Grade 10 civics class. We used several digital platforms (Google, D2L, iPads, etc.) to engage students in discovering and investigating the question “What is a civic issue that I care about?”
