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Beyond Tests: How Triangulation Elevates Competency-Based Assessment

In competency-based education, assessing what students know and can do requires more than tests and assignments. This article explores the power of triangulation — gathering evidence through observations, conversations, and products — to build fairer, richer, and more meaningful evaluations that reflect the complexity of real learning.

June 30, 2025

Canadian Education Ministers Focus on Safety, Technology, and Future Skills at 113th CMEC Meeting

Provincial and territorial ministers of education gathered in Toronto this week to tackle shared priorities — from student safety and technology use in schools to preparing learners for future careers. Their discussions signal potential shifts in policies that directly shape classrooms across Canada.

June 27, 2025

Newfoundland and Labrador Announces 2025 Teaching Awards, Recognizing Innovation and Compassion

NL's Premier Andrew Hogan and Minister of Education Bernard Davis have presented the 2025 Premier’s Award for Innovation in Teaching and the Minister’s Award for Compassion in Teaching, honouring nine educators for their exemplary contributions to K–12 education in the province.

June 27, 2025

Ontario’s Digital Privacy Charter: A Blueprint for Safer Classrooms

In October 2024, Ontario’s privacy commissioner introduced the Digital Privacy Charter for schools—12 commitments that guide boards in protecting student data and promoting digital citizenship. Backed by curriculum goals and new legal duties, the charter fosters trust and transparency.

June 27, 2025
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Recognizing and Addressing Educator Stress and Burnout

Significant stress would affect over 90% of Canadian educators, according to recent findings. The EdCan Network explores the systemic causes and outlines what school leaders can do to support staff well-being and student success.

June 26, 2025

Bringing Classrooms Together Through Language: Celebrating International English Language Day

Across the province of Quebec, English as a second language classrooms came alive with excitement as students and educators gathered virtually to celebrate International English Language Day. Here’s a summary of the activity they shared together.

June 11, 2025

Posters Illustrating the 12 Dimensions of the Digital Competency Framework

Since the publication of the Digital Competency Framework (2019), several initiatives have emerged to support its implementation in schools. In Montréal, a collaborative project led by educational advisors has recently brought the framework’s 12 dimensions to life in a concrete and visual way.

June 10, 2025

A Foundational Model for Creating an AI Ethics Code in Schools

Engaged Learning offers a foundational model for developing an ethics code to guide the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools. Tailored for both students and staff, this model promotes responsible, safe, and educational use of AI, while fostering critical thinking skills. It's a practical tool for school administrators and technology committees, adaptable to specific contexts through collaboration with students, staff, and parents.

June 6, 2025

School Leadership: Fostering Collective Efficacy with the Right Tools

According to Professor Michael Fullan, pedagogical coherence, continuous professional development, and a strong culture of collaboration are essential to building effective and innovative teaching teams capable of meeting today’s educational challenges. Throughout its pages, Engaged Learning professional magazine offers school administrators practical levers and insights to help them achieve these goals.

June 6, 2025

Celebrating Canada’s Sustainability Champions: The Susan Langley Earth Steward Teaching Award

Know a teacher sparking change for a greener future? The Susan Langley Earth Steward Teaching Award celebrates educators who bring sustainability to life in Canadian classrooms. With a $1,000 prize and national recognition, it’s time to spotlight those leading the way. Nominations close June 6—read on to learn more.

June 4, 2025

Resources

A Foundational Model for Creating an AI Ethics Code in Schools

(Quebec) References for Developing the Digital Competency

Inspiring Classroom Posters

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Preventing Cybercrime, One Course at a Time!

In this article, you’ll hear the story of a unit carried out as part of the Media Literacy course, taught in Secondary 3 (Grade 9) in a public school in the Québec City region. In addition, strategies used by hackers, including some made possible by the arrival of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), will be explained. Who knows, maybe this article will inspire you to discuss cybersecurity with your students!