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Globalization and our Schools
Globalization is affecting our classrooms, culturally, linguistically, technologically, environmentally, economically, politically, socially, and the list goes on. Many of the developments that go along with Globalization, such as technological developments, provide new opportunities and productive changes in our classrooms and education system. However, we must also grapple with the pace of Globalization and the […]
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Making the Shift to Inquiry Based Instruction
Currently I am re-examining my instructional practice, and trying to understand how I can effectively teach students to nurture a sense of wonder about the Natural world around us. With my current focus, on integrating FNMI strategies into the Science Curriculum, I have decided that Inquiry Based Learning is a strategy worthy of researching […]
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Key Characteristics of Effective Educators
The relationship between Educator and student is so important, especially during the students formative years. To be able to engage students in the learning process effectively, the reality is that this relationship needs to be perceived of as strong, solid, and based on trust and respect. Effective Educators are those who have strong relationships […]
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Tips for Teachers of Aboriginal Students
Tips for Teachers of Aboriginal Students http://workingeffectivelywithaboriginalpeoples.com/tips-for-teachers-of-aboriginal-students?utm_source=August+29+newsletter&utm_campaign=May+2++2012+newsletter+&utm_medium=email
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Creating a Collaborative Classroom Culture: Culturally Relevant Teaching
Students today are 21st Century Learners, and digital Natives. They have the ability to connect with other people and cultures and exceptionalities from around the globe. Classroom activities that include ways to connect in this way can help students gain the knowledge and skills that they need for future success. People who work together are […]
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Reasons to include eLearning in your Planning and Assessment
Incorporating eLearning into our curriculum is the way of the future, and can be included in our present planning and assessment of our students. eLearning is beneficial for the following reasons: it allows for collaboration using technology it helps students develop 21st century thinking skills it deepens understanding of content prepares students for the global […]
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Restorative Practice Circles
Restorative Practice Circles are based upon the First Nations tradition of Talking Circles. First Nations, Metis & Inuit cultures are built upon oral traditions, therefore Talking Circles have been important ways to maintain and pass down important cultural teachings. Restorative Practice is a form of justice, where in the classroom, it could be comprised of the […]
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Helping our Children to ‘Walk the Good Path’ in life: The Seven Grandfather Teachings & Educating our Children
The Seven Grandfather Teachings tell us that you live your best life, when you can demonstrate toward others, the constructs of Truth, Love, Humility, Courage, Honesty, Respect, & Bravery. From a First Nations perspective, you ‘Walk the Good Path’ when you demonstrate Truth, Love, Humility, Courage, Honesty, Respect, and Bravery. The 7th Generation Principle also […]
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What is the purpose of Decodable Texts?
Decodables versus levelled readers
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Thanks for the Feedback
by Deb McCallum This year I have been diving deeper into learning more about cognitive biases, and our blind spots. My doctorate course with Dr. Katz last winter was very insightful into helping me to understand how our biases can impact our work. When I think about my own influence in education, I think about […]
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Launching the new Learning Forward Ontario Literacy Network
Learning Forward Ontario proudly presents a new four-part event series that will lead to a new Ontario Literacy Network! Our first 2 events feature @KathleenGLundy & @JennyKayDupuis First session: Join us virtually on Wednesday, August 25th, 2021 at 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. EST we launch a four-part Literacy Network Series. Our first guest speaker, […]
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