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For the past two years, the Centre de services scolaire du Val-des-Cerfs, in Quebec, has led a project to integrate digital writing into elementary and secondary classrooms. Originally intended to support text revision and editing, the project quickly evolved to transform the entire writing process, and it has proven effective. Students are more motivated to write, according to project participants.
At the Centre de services scolaire des Draveurs in the Outaouais region, a series of professional learning sessions for child care educators helps integrate digital tools in thoughtful, simple, and engaging ways. Covering topics such as digital citizenship, technological skills, and hands-on activities, the goal is to transform everyday practices to better support children’s development.
A beloved Canadian detective drama is stepping off the screen and into the classroom, thanks to a unique new learning initiative called Murdoch in the Classroom. This free, curriculum-aligned resource is currently in pilot testing and is expected to launch nationwide in early 2026 — in both English and French.
Technology will always evolve faster than policy. And while bans may offer short-term relief, they’re no substitute for open dialogue, digital literacy and patient understanding at home. The point of view of Alex Baudet, Assistant professor in Marketing at Université Laval and Marie-Agnes Parmentier, Professor of Marketing at HEC Montréal.
Despite a strong motivation to teach, nearly half of teacher education students in Quebec have considered leaving their program. A recent CRIFPE survey of almost 3,000 participants reveals deep commitment to the profession but also highlights the vulnerability of many students’ paths, shaped by personal, academic, and financial challenges. The findings call for renewed attention to the conditions of teacher education and stronger measures to support the next generation of teachers.
In a Grade 11 French class (Secondary V—the final year of high school in Québec), the creation of a True Crime podcast became much more than a simple media project. Digital technology made it possible to strengthen both writing and oral communication skills, while also supporting inclusion and differentiated instruction. Teacher Claudine Grenier provided timely feedback, monitored progress, and adapted instructional support. The outcome: engaged, motivated students who took pride in their learning.
A new survey from SETDA, representing U.S. state educational technology leaders, shows that artificial intelligence has become the top edtech priority for K–12 schools for the first time, surpassing cybersecurity. Education leaders across 47 states report working on AI guidance, professional development, and policy frameworks to ensure responsible use while maintaining focus on equity and student protection. The survey also highlights ongoing challenges such as classroom device use, the need for continued infrastructure investment in cybersecurity, and greater teacher training in safe AI adoption.
Canadian educators are on the front lines of climate change education, yet many feel unprepared and unsupported in meeting rising expectations. As calls grow for stronger integration of sustainability in schools, new data reveals where progress is being made and where gaps remain. Explore key findings from the latest national survey to understand how Canadians are moving from awareness to action.
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.
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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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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Socio-ecological crises demand that young people’s perspectives be taken seriously. Émilie Morin, Professor of Educational Psychology (Preschool and Primary Education), Université du Québec à Rimouski, and Isabelle Arseneau, Professor of Education and Chair in Transformative Education for Climate Engagement, Université du Québec à Rimouski, examine how recognizing youth voices strengthens their sense of empowerment and their capacity to participate in climate-related discussions and collective action.

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This article contains all the references of EngagED Learning Magazine, Volume 5 issue 1, Fall 2025.

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Teaching means juggling lesson plans, projects, and classroom management — all at once. In this article, the Pedagogical Services Team at LEARN, RÉCIT Provincial Service for the Anglophone Community (youth sector), showcases insights from seven provincial consultants who share their favourite digital tools for planning, creativity, and classroom flow. Explore how practical, time-saving apps and platforms can simplify teaching, spark collaboration, and personalize learning for every classroom.

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Global experts, including the World Health Organization and International Labour Organization, recognize that workplace well-being is a shared responsibility among employees, employers, and unions or associations. In this article, discover how authentic employee input, union collaboration, and systemic strategies can strengthen healthy, supportive workplaces by addressing the issues affecting well-being through individual, collaborative, and systemic actions.

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