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The QESBA Excellence in Education Awards were established in 2014 by ​the Québec English School Boards Association (QESBA) to recognize and celebrate the outstanding contributions of educators, administrators, parents, professionals, and school board members across its network. ​Applications are now open for 2024-2025, until Friday, April 4th.
The Abbotsford School District in British Columbia encourages educators, parents, and students to explore its new guidelines and resources to support the responsible integration of AI in education. At the recent Shared Learning Conference, veteran educator Holly Clark highlighted AI’s transformative impact on learning while emphasizing ethical use. Learn more.
At the LCEEQ conference, Quebec’s anglophone educators explored how small, intentional changes—like embracing universal design and nurturing joy—can transform classrooms into spaces of true belonging. From inspiring keynotes to practical workshops, the event reinforced that when educators feel connected, their students thrive too. Read on for more.
"What if we gave ourselves—and others—permission to feel? This was the challenge Dr. Marc Brackett posed at the 2025 LCEEQ conference as he unpacked the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in education. In a profession where stress and emotional demands are high, he emphasized that emotions aren’t obstacles to success—they’re the foundation of it. Read on for more.
The transition from high school to CEGEP is a significant milestone in a student’s academic journey. While it brings excitement and anticipation, it can also come with uncertainty and challenges. Recognizing the importance of supporting students during this shift, the LEARN Quebec Provincial Resources Team recently organized a webinar to equip Secondary 4 and 5 students with the knowledge and resources needed for success in CEGEP. Here’s more.
The recent cyberattack on school boards across six provinces underscores a pressing need for stronger regulations in educational technology (EdTech). Hackers accessed sensitive student and staff data through a compromised credential, raising alarms about privacy risks in digital learning environments. Schools increasingly rely on EdTech for communication, homework, and learning management, but these platforms often collect vast amounts of data with limited oversight. Without robust governance, schools must simply trust providers to protect student privacy.
All eyes are on Unbound Academy as it prepares to redefine education with a model centred on artificial intelligence (AI) and a drastically reduced school day in Arizona. Delivering lessons in just two hours daily through adaptive AI platforms, this approach raises critical questions about the future of learning: Is this the dawn of a new educational paradigm or a risky gamble on technology?
With technology now an integral part of daily life, balancing its benefits with potential challenges is essential in education. The West Vancouver School District (WVSD) recently shared an infographic in schools to promote purposeful and responsible use of devices in K-12 settings. These Personal Digital Device (PDD) Best Practice Guidelines set a benchmark for managing technology in education. Here’s more about it.
Are your students preparing to make the exciting leap from high school to CEGEP? Help them navigate this important transition with confidence! On February 12, LEARN is hosting an engaging and informative webinar designed to provide Quebec's Secondary 4 and 5 students with a clear picture of what life at CEGEP is really like.
In a rapidly evolving educational landscape, MindShare Learning has unveiled its Top 10 EdTech Trends for 2025, showcasing innovations reshaping K-12 and post-secondary education across Canada. From AI-powered personalization to cybersecurity, these trends spotlight how technology is enhancing teaching, learning, and school operations. Here’s a glimpse at the key highlights.

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Digital literacy enhances reading, writing, and communication. Discover innovative educational technology projects that promote Language Arts.

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Tandem Language Learning (TLL) is a unique approach to language learning that connects learners to exchange languages through principles of bilingualism, reciprocity, and autonomy.

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As everyone is learning while technology expands, including AI, what are the issues that need to be prioritized and what can be done to support students to develop healthy cybersecurity practices? This article explores key areas for educators to prioritize and suggests engaging classroom activities to cultivate these habits. 

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Launched in 2016, the SEXTO project presents itself as an innovative and strategic intervention method to quell sexting among teenagers. It enables specialized school staff members to act quickly and effectively in the event of sexting, following clear procedures adapted to both the reality of young people and the legal framework. 

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Schools and their stakeholders, like all organizations, have an individual and collective responsibility to equip themselves on two fronts: a robust and secure digital infrastructure and, above all, thoughtful and professional use by their users. Here are some useful resources to help with that huge task.

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