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Social media is teaching children how to use AI. How can teachers keep up?

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming education, from student assignments to teacher feedback and planning. Yet most learning about AI happens informally, leaving gaps in ethics, equity and critical reflection. A pilot module at Mount Saint Vincent University showed that structured teacher education can shift candidates from casual use to informed, critical engagement with AI. Clear policies, embedded AI literacy, and supportive learning communities are essential to help educators move from passive adopters to active shapers of AI in classrooms.
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Climate Monitoring: Culture Camps Empower Indigenous Youth

Bridging science, culture, and land stewardship: this is the mission of the Climate Monitoring Program led by the University of Saskatchewan in partnership with the Prince Albert Grand Council. This unique initiative offers Indigenous youth the opportunity to take part in immersive culture camps focused on environmental monitoring and hands-on learning.
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National Mathematics Day — Celebrating the Joy of Numbers

On December 22, India celebrates National Mathematics Day, honouring the legendary mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan and inspiring students to see math as fun and creative. At Azim Premji School, Dhamtari, a "maths corner" with puzzles, games, and hands-on challenges turned hesitation into excitement. From exploring planets’ gravity to finding symmetry in rangoli, students discovered math in everyday life. Such celebrations spark curiosity, build confidence, and remind us that mathematics is about patterns, problem-solving, and creativity—not just formulas.
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LEARN Pedagogical Services Team: Updates and Upcoming Events for 2025–2026

As the 2025–2026 school year gets underway, the LEARN Pedagogical Services Team is excited to share updates and opportunities designed to support educators across Quebec’s Anglophone community.
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Call for Papers : Giving Students a Voice

How does your school create space for students to be heard and to take an active role in school life? Pick up your pen (or your keyboard!) and contribute as an author to the spring 2026 issue of Engaged Learning magazine.
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Teachers are key to students’ AI literacy, and need support

The Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) has called on the federal government and the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada to work with provinces and territories to enact enforceable policies that protect student privacy and data security, regulate how AI is used in classrooms and promote responsible and ethical use of AI systems. A holistic approach to prepare teachers for different issues at stake with AI-enhanced classrooms is needed, and Professional Development is part of it.
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‘Fixing’ neurodivergent kids misses the point — it’s the schools that need to change

When systems fail to understand and accommodate neurodivergent individuals early on, theirs challenges often persist into adulthood, affecting quality of life and social inclusion. Amina Yousaf, from University of Guelph-Humber, expose how school can create better environment for neurodiverse children, starting with universal design for learning (UDL).
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CSSBE: How Staff Recognition Shapes a People-Centred Organization

Following extensive public consultations and internal surveys of its 3,215 staff members, the Centre de services scolaires de la Beauce-Etchemin (CSSBE) placed special emphasis on staff recognition when developing its Commitment-to-Success Plan (PEVR). During a discussion forum, a manager proposed framing the PEVR around the concept of “the human factor”. Building on this idea, a structured plan was created to highlight and recognize staff members’ key role in fostering student success. This article explores the outcomes.
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New Funding from The Rideau Hall Foundation Expands Access to Indigenous-Led Teacher Education Across Canada

Press Release - The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is honoured to announce 12 new Indigenous-led partnerships focused on recruitment and retention of Indigenous teachers. Spanning from Labrador to Yukon, the projects reflect diverse, locally grounded approaches to education—from land-based degree programs and new language revitalization tools to digital mentorship platforms and in-community teacher education.
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Pascal Siakam-backed accelerator celebrates Canadian K-12 EdTech startups

Six early-stage Edtech startups pitched digital citizenship, real-time formative assessment and early literacy solutions at the capstone Demo Day of the inaugural Siakam EdTech Engine Accelerator. The program—co-founded by Toronto Metropolitan University’s DMZ and NBA champion Pascal Siakam’s PS43 Foundation—awarded grants to its top three ventures.

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A Foundational Model for Creating an AI Ethics Code in Schools

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(Quebec) References for Developing the Digital Competency

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Additional References – EngagED Learning magazine, Vol. 4 issue 2 (Winter 2024-2025)

Additional References – EngagED Learning magazine, Vol. 4 issue 2 (Winter 2024)

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Beyond Pen Pals: The eTandem Approach

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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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Technology in Education: Towards an Eco-friendly Approach

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The use of computers and tablets for educational purposes has ecological repercussions, not only in terms of the manufacture of these tools, but also in certain related practices.

In this article, Fanny Langin, educational Technology Integration Specialist at Azrieli Schools, presents different approaches to reflect on its daily use as well as raising students’ awareness of environmental issues.

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THE FINAL NOTE : EcoSchools Canada Empowering Schools for a Greener Future

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Schools play a vital role in shaping the next generation’s mindset toward sustainability. Learn more about EcoSchools Canada, a national certification program available for free to all publicly funded and First Nation, Métis, and Inuit schools, encouraging them to adopt environmentally responsible practices.

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An Elective Course Promoting Well-Being

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The health and well-being of young people have become central concerns in education, particularly following the pandemic’s impact on students’ physical and mental health. In response, École secondaire Eulalie-Durocher launched an elective course titled Health and Well-Being. Amélie Rodrigue, Education Consultant at École Eulalie-Durocher, Centre de services scolaire de Montréal, presents how the course fosters healthy lifestyle habits through physical activity, well-being strategies, nutrition education, and supportive learning environments.

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