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Canadian K-12 educators have an great opportunity to engage students in sustainability through innovation. MindShare Learning, in partnership with Dell Technologies, has launched the 16th annual Schools of the Future [Student Innovation] Challenge. This year’s theme is “Empowering Sustainable Smart Communities through UN SDGoals”.
Grade 12 students cohost The Train Station, a podcast that explores pressing issues in Canada, with a focus on topics that affect youth.
- Prince Edward Island
The English Montreal School Board hosted its first Canadian Affiliate Bowl of the Future Problem-Solving Program International (FPSPI) on Saturday, April 20 at the LaurenHill Academy Junior Campus in St. Laurent
- Québec
How can schools teach cybersecurity? ✍️ Grab your pen (or your keyboard!) and contribute as an author to the fall issue of Engaged Learning magazine, or tell us about inspiring initiatives related to this theme. More details…
The latest issue of EngagED Learning (Teaching in the Digital Age) magazine is now available, with a special focus on entrepreneurial education and how to inspire a generation of motivated, creative students ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Generative AI for Educators is a free, two-hour, self-paced course designed to help teachers save time and enhance student learning with generative AI tools, such as Gemini or ChatGPT.
CAST announces the inaugural UDL Awards 2024 to celebrate significant contributions to education via Universal Design for Learning principles. Scheduled for July 30th in Sacramento, the event marks CAST's 40th anniversary, underscoring its commitment to accessible education for all. And yes, international nominations are accepted!
During a much-anticipated announcement this morning in Halifax, Canada confirmed that it is moving forward with its education reform that abolishes homework, starting next academic year. Indeed, several recent studies have shown that homework, especially at the primary level, has only a minimal influence on success.
The 42nd symposium of the Association Québécoise des Utilisateurs d’Outils technologiques à des fins Pédagogiques et Sociales (AQUOPS) takes place from March 26 to 28. Our team will be very active and present several workshops. Here is where and when you can find our team members.
- Québec
The City of Calgary, in collaboration with Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and Minecraft Education is excited to bring back Level Up Calgary for Season 3: Parks and Portals! This student-driven civic engagement program utilizes the power of Minecraft Education for students to unleash their creativity and leave a lasting impression on the city.
- Alberta
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Educational escape rooms are an engaging way to learn and develop skills. In this article, you'll find their benefits and suggestions for getting started.
- Volume 3 – issue 2
In each issue of the magazine, we bring you a selection of sites and applications to discover! Have a look at our spring selection.
- Volume 3 – issue 3
School entrepreneurship in Quebec aims to provide educational situations to undertake and realize projects. Discover in this article how the Entrepreneurial Project Canva can help you take action.
- Volume 3 – issue 3
Learn more about serious games, which are immersive simulations used in a variety of fields, including education. Their use offers a number of benefits, including developing skills while customizing learning for each student.
- Volume 3 – issue 2
Découvreurs en ACTION reveals an ecosystem approach to developing entrepreneurial spirit in schools. This article explains how it promotes student retention and prepares them for the future.
- Volume 3 – issue 3
