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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.
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.
Can certain tasks traditionally associated with teaching be delegated to artificial intelligence (AI)? That’s the question a team of education researchers explored as they assessed AI’s ability to simulate professional teaching competencies, using Quebec’s official competency framework for teachers as a benchmark. The result? Teaching remains largely resistant to automation.
Engaged Learning, Canada’s professional magazine for teaching in the digital age, is proud to announce the release of its spring 2025 issue. This edition explores how education can serve as a catalyst for building a more just and sustainable world.
In Airdrie, Alberta, a group of Grade 1 and 2 French immersion students from A.E. Bowers Elementary are redefining what young learners can achieve — with the help of 3D printers, community partners, and one big question: 'How can we help limit litter in our parks and picnic areas?' Join us as we explore their innovative project.
This project has been canceled due to budget cuts. Press Release - The CABBIA is a community dedicated to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into adult education and vocational training in Québec, across both language networks. It is a joint initiative by colleagues from the French and English-speaking RÉCIT networks. It aims to support the thoughtful integration of AI in vocational training and adult education. Activities will begin on June 11, 2025.
Engaged Learning by Ecole branchée is forming a new volunteer VIP Consultation Committee (which stands for Visionary, Innovative, and Pedagogical), bringing together key voices from anglophone education in Canada. Interested? We’d love to hear from you!
An AI-powered tool, developed by Quebec’s Ministry of Education and GRICS, is helping school teams identify students at risk of dropping out—well before warning signs appear. Already deployed in dozens of School Service Centres, the tool blends human expertise with predictive analytics to support timely, targeted interventions.
All 18 schools from Central Quebec School Board have access to EngagED Learning magazine, the English-language edition of École branchée’s professional publication. Pedagogical Consultant Yannik Blier was interviewed to shed light on the benefits such a subscription offers to teaching staff.
“ChatGPT murdered my evaluation,” says Noémie Verhoef, a Cégep philosophy teacher who turned a plagiarism crisis into an opportunity to rethink assessment. Instead of banning AI, she built a new model of academic integrity—one rooted in pedagogy, responsibility, and student engagement. Her results? Less cheating, more learning, and stronger relationships.

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Between technological advancements, shifting demographics, and the environmental challenges our world is facing today, there has never been a more critical juncture for equipping students with the knowledge and skills for sustainable development. Discover in this article how databases and resources like R4R help educators readily teach sustainability topics and guide students to become engaged and take responsible actions toward sustainable development, along with insights on how to transform education.

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Video games like Minecraft, Zelda, and Assassin’s Creed can transform writing classes by sparking student motivation and creativity. Learn how to integrate them into engaging activities.

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Multimodal texts enhance accessibility, creativity, and engagement, fostering a love of learning by addressing diverse learner needs and preferences. Discover how to use multimodal texts effectively in your teaching practices.

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The use of digital tools in education has revolutionized feedback. They save time, enhance precision and allow for personalized comments.

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Cybersecurity education is critical for several reasons. Young people are frequent targets of cyberbullying, identity theft, phishing scams, and other cyber threats. By educating them about these risks and how to protect themselves, it is possible to significantly reduce their vulnerability. This article provides useful tips.

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