During this session, connect with other Secondary Art teachers to collegially share best practices. Use the following document to help with note keeping: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p9HDjWaTu-7V9CUVOheC31lWM4jH10IyhfqZk7od4yY/edit?usp=sharing
Sheena teaches Art, Drawing and Ceramics at Ecole Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive HS in Red Deer and is looking forward to connecting with other Art people during Convention.
Teaching online demands unique approaches to instruction, classroom management, and student engagement. This round-table session invites online educators to share effective strategies and best practices for digital teaching. Discussion topics will include: methods for fostering a cohesive online classroom community, utilizing formative assessments during live sessions, providing differentiation and support for diverse learning needs, streamlining communication, and enhancing student engagement. Do take all your notes within this document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WDMw3r34xVsWcmGGG9kgdZDiwg4jH3jM5gTq1064xS4/edit?usp=sharing
I have been a junior high teacher since 2000, and transitioned to the online school environment in 2020. Over the last 5 years, I have learned a variety of teaching, assessment, and communication methods that can be effective with online students. I look forward to sharing ideas... Read More →
This session would be a place for Specialized Program teachers to come together to discuss assessment, ISP goals, behaviour management, and other topics that are brought up by participants. This session has been very valuable in the past as it provided opportunities for collaboration between teachers in different districts who are in similar positions. Here is the document to work from: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18GxAaPXVsB2m6RNmh-4sCe00U8w52mRj2pKb1AWVP8M/edit?usp=sharing
Student-student relationships (SSRs) are fundamental in creating successful learning experiences. SSRs in the classroom directly impact students’ sense of belonging, understanding of course content, and motivation. Asynchronous online learning often happens independently with few low-level, low-stakes interactions between students. To counter this approach, I adopted a podcast model classroom in my asynchronous Social Studies 30-2 class to improve conditions and opportunities for students to connect with their peers. In this session, I will walk through the steps I took to launch my podcast classroom, the literature that supported the project, and the outcomes, in terms of measured academic achievement, student motivation, and perceptions of belonging.
With the increased number of English Language Learners across central Alberta, more and more teachers are working with English Language Learners. This collaborative session will provide educators the opportunity to discuss best practices in supporting EAL/ESL students and to ask questions about this area. Here is the document you will work from: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lGbYXhyt0rBrRRKdk3uZQqCXXYL9FMa9LxiYoi5LzI8/edit?usp=sharing
Gaylene has been working in the field of EAL for the past 21 years. She currently works as EAL Lead Teacher for Red Deer Public Schools and has taught and supported English Language Learners at the high school and middle school level. Additionally, Gaylene serves as president of the... Read More →
EdCamp to discuss Film studies in the area and ways to grow and embrace the course/program. Here is the document to carry on conversations for future use:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XEpXRn0qo1zpSHRMonW885405Mg0cX6gkY9hYy0uKUg/edit?usp=sharing
Dan is a high School teacher in Red Deer Public and has been teaching English and Film studies for the better part of the last 2 decades. He is currently teaching ELA, Esports, and Film Studies at LTCHS.
Have you ever ignored that little voice, or gut feeling, that tells you to grab an item on your way out the door, then wished you’d listened, because, “Darn! That would’ve been handy to have right now!” That inner guidance was your intuition. Intuition is like a muscle – exercising it makes it stronger. The practical exercises presented in this session build the ability to trust intuition to assess children’s situations, or best course of action, bring greater ease into life and the classroom.
Tina Thrussell has been facilitating impactful, interactive, personal expansion experiences for 19+ years. Her light-hearted energy and contagious enthusiasm have contributed to her reputation as The Feel Good Lady. This deep lover of life has inspired thousands of people over the... Read More →
Are you looking to connect with other educators in the Knowledge and Employability (K&E) programs? Join us for a session where we’ll create a space for you to collaborate, share stories, and find solutions to the unique challenges of K&E programs.
K&E programs are often smaller in scale, which can make it difficult to find peers to collaborate with. This session is designed specifically for you to connect with like-minded professionals, share your stories of success, and discuss the challenges you face in the classroom. Whether you're navigating student engagement, individualized learning, or program development, you'll leave with new strategies and a stronger sense of community.
Don’t miss out on this chance to build a collaborative community that will support you throughout the year. Bring your experiences, questions, and ideas—we can't wait to see how we can help each other thrive!
Edcamp for high school teachers who teach K&E courses or students.
Do collaborate by using this document https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bb-LbObhmNYTdnRbdshWB-glPXckYJJNzZ0gOZnp6sQ/edit?usp=sharing
Larkin is a high school science teacher at Notre Dame High School in Red Deer, where she teaches both K&E and mainstream science. A passionate advocate for hands-on learning, Larkin incorporates labs and interactive activities into the classroom on a weekly basis, ensuring students... Read More →
