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Illuminating our Learning
Area(s) of Focus: technologyDivision(s): PrimaryLevel(s): Kindergarten, Grade 1Resource(s) Available:An exploration of the role of iPad minis to deepen and enhance learning. Students learn how to use apps on iPad minis for writing and communicating, as well as documenting their learning. Students tweet out reflections of learning to parents.
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iPad Integration in the Research and Inquiry Process
Area(s) of Focus: technologyDivision(s): IntermediateLevel(s): Grade 9, Grade 10Resource(s) Available:Using the inquiry process, we examined and tested many iPad apps. We facilitated trials during various inquiry tasks, then gathered student feedback. We generated recommendations based on the utility of apps examined for the inquiry process phases.
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Thinking About Building on Students’ Prior Mathematical Knowledge
This project investigated how teaching practices can be enhanced through focusing on eliciting and building upon students’ mathematical thinking. The inquiry took place in three junior classes on probability, geometry and measurement.
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Geotricity
Area(s) of Focus: math, technologyDivision(s): Intermediate, Special EducationLevel(s): Grade 8Resource(s) Available:This collaborative inquiry for Grade 8 teachers focused on increasing student achievement in geometry through cross-curricular learning opportunities and differentiated instruction via real-life application of STEM.
