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A Montréal private school has chosen to structure its approach to artificial intelligence to better prepare students for the complex choices they will face in the coming years. Grounded in an innovative framework that places ethical reflection at the centre of learning, the program extends well beyond technology alone. It provides students with a structured method for analysing, understanding, and questioning AI-related issues, equipping them to make informed and responsible decisions. The following overview highlights the key elements of this methodology.
From AI-native platforms to ethical design and hybrid learning models, education technology is entering a new phase. In its 2026 outlook, MindShare Learning identifies the key trends already transforming classrooms, supporting educators, and reshaping how learning systems respond to today’s challenges.
As artificial intelligence rapidly enters classrooms, the key question is no longer whether schools should adopt AI, but how. Beyond efficiency and innovation, ethical considerations must guide every decision. This article highlights key takeaways from the first webinar in the AI Webinar Series, hosted by the EdCan Network in partnership with Engaged Learning and The Dais.
Teaching science through a second language goes far beyond vocabulary and content. In primary Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) classrooms, which are widely implemented across Europe, teachers must balance subject learning, language development, and competence-based education. This article examines the challenges and practical strategies that help make bilingual science learning meaningful, accessible, and effective for young learners.
In a world where skills evolve as fast as careers, lifelong learning is essential. Yet despite decades of reform, participation in continuing education remains stagnant. A new OECD report calls for a rethink: what makes the difference is not just access to opportunities, but the ability to stay curious, build skills and access the right levers. Real-world examples tell the story.
As artificial intelligence becomes an everyday presence in schools, EdCan Network is inviting educators to join a new series of virtual roundtable discussions on how AI is shaping education. Organized with L’École branchée (EngagED Learning) and The Dais, the sessions will explore practical, ethical and future-focused questions for classrooms and schools, in both English and French, starting in January 2026. Read on to learn more about the topics and how to participate.
In June 2025, Engaged Learning delivered an in-person professional learning session for the principals and educational services team of Eastern Shores School Board. Focused on making better use of the board’s EngagED Learning and École branchée resources, the workshop tackled urgent issues such as AI, cybersecurity, screen use, and family engagement. Participants left with concrete tools and a clearer direction to support teachers. Learn how this initiative impacts schools in the full article.
After six months of hearings, public consultations, and extensive analysis, France’s parliamentary inquiry into TikTok’s psychological effects on minors has released a deeply troubling report. The 300-page report highlights a series of alarming findings about the platform, described as “one of the most harmful social networks for young people.”
How can neuroscience transform teaching and learning? Building on Professor Steve Masson’s research, this article highlights seven key principles linking brain function to powerful classroom practice, and offers practical strategies to make learning engaging, meaningful, and enduring for all students.
Should young people really spend less time on screens? According to Quebec researchers, the solution lies in educating for more balanced screen use. A study conducted among 571 adolescents shows that they are aware of the negative effects of hyperconnectivity and willing to change—provided that adults listen to them. Instead of imposing rules, it is essential to include them in the discussion and focus on self-regulation, caring and meaningful alternatives. 

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A topic that has been at the forefront of education and public health discussions for several years is the measurable impact of smartphone use on the well-being of children and adolescents. Should smartphones be viewed as harmful devices to be avoided, or can they also offer meaningful benefits for youth well-being? In this article, Charles Bourgeois, Ph.D., Lecturer at Université de Sherbrooke and Vice-President of the Centre pour l’intelligence émotionnelle en ligne, examines the potential and limits of school-wide smartphone bans, highlighting research on mental health, attention, and equity, and considering inclusive, reflective approaches to fostering student well-being.

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Teachers are nothing less than incredible, creative, brilliant people. Their ingenious, usually cheap ways to solve problems reflect the many “teacher hacks” shaped by unique, not “by the book” ideas found in classrooms. See how this article by Matt Miller from Ditch that Textbook brings together hints of techy approaches and inventive solutions that educators continue to create and refine.

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Staff well-being is a vital strategic lever for boosting motivation, enhancing performance, reducing staff turnover, and fostering innovation. Carole Brouillard-Landry, Leader in Cultural Engagement at Le Centre franco, Johanne Ste-Croix, Director of Pedagogy at Le Centre franco, and Mélanie Courtemanche, Education Consultant, examine practical strategies for creating healthy and supportive work environments, outlining key considerations for enhancing engagement, sustaining performance, and fostering a positive and collaborative organizational culture.

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In classrooms across Quebec, a quiet but profound shift is underway. Starting Fall 2025, the provincial government will implement a bell-to-bell ban on cellphones in all public schools. In this article, Chris Colley, Provincial Pedagogical Consultant at LEARN-RÉCIT, examines the research behind the ban, its expected benefits for wellbeing and learning, concerns from parents, and strategies schools can use to ensure a smooth and effective transition.

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Managing a multi-grade class is a daily challenge for many educators. In this article, Fatima Khlifi, Teacher at École élémentaire Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau, shares how she drew inspiration from Juline Anquetin Rault’s autonomous classroom model to transform this challenge into an opportunity for growth.

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