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With the arrival of generative artificial intelligence in classrooms, some schools have chosen to take action. At the AQUOPS conference, Mélanie Lépine and Véronique Plourde, educational technology consultants at Collège Mont-Sacré-Cœur in Granby, presented a concrete approach to developing a policy on the use of AI in schools. Their message is clear: rather than banning it, schools need to guide its use, provide training, and adapt their practices.
How is AI transforming teaching and assessment practices in ways that help students develop relevant competencies? That was the central question at the heart of a recent discussion among experts brought together for a webinar organized by the EdCan Network. A look back at the key takeaways.
After more than two decades, the RÉCIT Provincial service for the anglophone community has reached the end of its mandate. Yet this moment highlights a lasting legacy: a vibrant network rooted in collaboration, pedagogical innovation, and a shared commitment to digital competency.
A Grade 9 math class singing, collaborating in teams, and solving inequalities is not a dream. This is how a simple adaptation of the popular game Hitstercan energize an entire classroom and leave students asking for more.
As artificial intelligence reshapes both education and the world of work, a key question emerges: what skills will today’s students need to adapt and succeed tomorrow? During a national webinar hosted by the EdCan Network, education experts explored the knowledge, competencies, and mindsets required to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape where AI is redefining both learning and human roles.
How can young people be equipped to develop a critical, responsible, and informed perspective on the content they consume, create, and share—both at school and at home? Pick up your pen (or your keyboard!) and contribute as an author to the Fall 2026 issue of Engaged Learningmagazine.
As students grow older, the legal freedoms and responsibilities they acquire also evolve — but these changes aren’t always clear to young learners. To help bridge that gap, Éducaloi and LEARN’s Educators platform are offering a free virtual workshop series titled “Are You Old Enough?” for Québec classrooms in April–May 2026.
In classrooms across Québec, a new initiative is helping students go beyond textbooks — bringing together second-language learning, coding and intercultural collaboration through creative digital projects. Building Bridges with Blocks pairs English as a Second Language (ESL) and French as a Second Language (FSL) classes to work together using Scratch, the free, block-based coding environment developed at MIT.
Phone-free schools are moving from policy to practice. With differences between and within provinces, many school communities are asking the same question: what does this shift actually look like on the ground? Learn more about this series of webinars designed for everyone involved in making phone-free policies work in real schools.
The much‑anticipated Kreocode 2026 challenges are now online! This year’s edition invites educators and learners across early childhood, elementary, secondary and adult education to spark creativity in coding and meaningfully engage with real‑world themes. Ready to dive into the new era of student‑led projects?

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As students juggle multiple deadlines and shifting expectations across their courses, planning has become an essential skill. Explore how Renaud Boisjoly, Founder of studyo.co, reflects on why many learners still feel overwhelmed and how intentional guidance can transform planning into a powerful, cross-curricular skill. See how digital tools, structured routines, and thoughtful support help students move from reacting to truly managing their learning.

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The rapid emergence of new technologies, including generative artificial intelligence (AI), marks the beginning of a fourth industrial revolution, with significant implications for daily life and the jobs of the future. In this article, Tristan Manzo, Teacher at Collège Sainte-Anne, explores how education can respond to these shifts.

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Concepts such as assessment for learning, assessment without grades, triangulation of evidence, and technology in education are becoming increasingly common in schools. In this article, Caroline Brault, Education Consultant in the Elementary Sector at the Centre de services scolaire des Sommets (Québec), shares practical strategies for aligning these approaches in meaningful ways. Explore how thoughtful integration of technology and intentional classroom organization can support autonomy, enrich feedback, and strengthen assessment without grades.

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Organize Your Studying with Technology

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What if emotions were seen not as distractions, but as the foundation for learning? In this article, Nicole Arsenault, from EngagED Learning, examines Dr. Marc Brackett’s insights on emotional intelligence, focusing on stressors in education, empathy, emotional regulation, and equity in emotional expression. She shares approaches to help educators strengthen well-being, enrich relationships, and create more inclusive school cultures.

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