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CAST announces the inaugural UDL Awards 2024 to celebrate significant contributions to education via Universal Design for Learning principles. Scheduled for July 30th in Sacramento, the event marks CAST's 40th anniversary, underscoring its commitment to accessible education for all. And yes, international nominations are accepted!
During a much-anticipated announcement this morning in Halifax, Canada confirmed that it is moving forward with its education reform that abolishes homework, starting next academic year. Indeed, several recent studies have shown that homework, especially at the primary level, has only a minimal influence on success.
The 42nd symposium of the Association Québécoise des Utilisateurs d’Outils technologiques à des fins Pédagogiques et Sociales (AQUOPS) takes place from March 26 to 28. Our team will be very active and present several workshops. Here is where and when you can find our team members.
The City of Calgary, in collaboration with Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and Minecraft Education is excited to bring back Level Up Calgary for Season 3: Parks and Portals! This student-driven civic engagement program utilizes the power of Minecraft Education for students to unleash their creativity and leave a lasting impression on the city.
West Ferris Secondary School, part of the Near North District School Board in Ontario, has launched its own podcast series called “The Trojan Voice.” The aim is to highlight students’ experiences and voices by giving them an opportunity to share their stories with a wider audience.
As technology advances, Canada must address its skills and labour shortages, particularly in the digital sector. The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) recently released a report entitled "Accelerating Canada's Workforce: Micro-Credentialing in the Digital Economy," which discusses one promising solution - micro-credentials. For K-12 education, this represents a pivotal shift toward more personalized, skills-based pathways that prepare students for the future.
Surrey School District, in partnership with Surrey RCMP, launched Project Lavender to educate students in Surrey and White Rock, B.C., on online safety and prevent sexual exploitation. Targeting Grades 6 and 7, this initiative aims to create a safer digital environment through school presentations and resource sharing.
Get ready for the April 8th, 2024 solar eclipse with this collection of useful resources. From safety guidelines to educational materials, we've curated everything you need to ensure your students can observe and learn about this awe-inspiring celestial event with confidence.
Here is MindShare Learning's perspective on educational technology trends to watch in 2024. From equity to AI, engagement to cybersecurity, which one seems the most promising to you?
In this article, members of the Ontario Virtual Learning Consortium (OVLC) team present a process they have begun with video game studios to create customized games for their students. The aim is to make learning more interesting, engaging and effective by integrating video games.

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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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Discover the immersive “Le retour du hibou maléfique” project at La Tuque High School, where students create a video game and epic story in French as a second language class. Embrace creativity and engaging learning experiences beyond traditional boundaries.

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Learn from educators, innovators, and entrepreneurs on the StartEdUp podcast for valuable insights applicable in the classroom.

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The impact of AI on language learning sparks debate, while others see it as an opportunity to opportunities for enhanced learning. Learn about how AI might redefine teaching, informal learning, and multilingual skills.

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Most educators don’t spend their days thinking about cybersecurity. Between classroom management, learning objectives, and so much more, it usually doesn’t rise to top priority. But as technology evolves and continues to become more integrated into every aspect of our lives— including mental health and biometrics—and cybercrime increases and sometimes targets schools, cybersecurity is something we need to be mindful about and help students understand. 

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