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Developing Global Competencies in Mathematics Using Loose Parts

Area(s) of Focus: curriculum, kindergarten, math, technology, well being
Division(s): Primary
Level(s): Kindergarten

Using loose parts to teach mathematics to kindergarten students through inquiry to promote creativity, critical thinking and global competencies.

Keyword(s):
critical thinking, global competencies, inquiry, loose parts
Brightspace Portfolio: Technology, Pedagogical Documentation and Student Voice!
Area(s) of Focus: kindergarten
Division(s): Primary
Level(s): Kindergarten, Grade 1
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This project explored the Brightspace Portfolio by D2L as a tool for educators and students to use for pedagogical documentation and to support collaboration amongst all educators, students and families.

Keyword(s):
assessment, collaboration, pedagogical documentation, student voice
Math Continuum Development
Area(s) of Focus: curriculum, kindergarten, math
Division(s): Primary
Level(s): Kindergarten
Resource(s) Available:
A two-year math learning continuum was built to support educators while planning and assessing, responding to students’ needs and the differentiation of instruction, all while keeping in mind the developmental readiness of students in kindergarten.

Keyword(s):
continuum, kindergarten, math