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Leading with Purpose: Helping School Leaders Navigate Today’s Digital Challenges

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.

TikTok and Youth: A Parliamentary Inquiry in France Sounds the Alarm

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.”

Applying Neuroscience to Teaching and Learning

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.

Is it realistic to try to reduce screen time?

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. 

When Digital Writing Transforms Teaching Practices: The Experience of the Centre de services scolaire du Val-des-Cerfs

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.

Using Digital Technology in School-Based Child Care? Yes, But With A Thoughtful and Educational Approach

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.

“Murdoch in the Classroom” Turns Canadian TV Hit into Cross-Curricular Learning Experience for Grades 5–9

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.

Québec’s school cellphone ban won’t solve the challenges of family tech use

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.

Teacher Education: A National Survey Sheds Light on the Challenges and Aspirations of Future Educators

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.

When Digital Tools Support Inclusion: A True Crime Podcast in the Language Classroom

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.

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Organizing Visual Arts with Digital Tools

A visual arts classroom can often feel like organized chaos: ordering and managing supplies, keeping the space clean, tracking projects, and ensuring student work is properly stored. Discover how Amandine Croisier, Visual Arts Teacher at Centre de services scolaires Marie-Victorin (Québec), explores digital tools that streamline planning, demonstrations, and the digital portfolio. Take a look at how simple, accessible solutions can make creative work clearer, smoother, and more engaging.

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GenAI in STEM Classrooms: A Playground for Cultivating Critical Thinking

How can generative AI transform STEM and MST classrooms from passive answer-seeking to active critical thinking? In this article, RÉCIT consultants Stéphanie Rioux and Geneviève Trudel explain how custom Socratic bots and iterative design processes can turn GenAI into a demanding “thinking partner.” A forward-looking guide for teachers seeking to convert AI tools from crutches into powerful springboards for mathematical and scientific inquiry.

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Exploring Generative AI for Math Lesson Planning

Over the past several decades, the teaching profession has become increasingly complex. In this article, Mathieu Thibault, Professor of Mathematics Education at the Université du Québec en Outaouais, and Robert Vivier, Education Technology Specialist at the Service national du RÉCIT, domaine de la Mathématique, de la Science et Technologie, explore how generative artificial intelligence can transform lesson planning. Discover how thoughtful use of GenAI can support teachers, inspire creativity, and strengthen professional practice.

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Digital Parenting: Guiding Children Rather Than Monitoring Them

How can parents move beyond screen-time limits to help children build lasting digital agency? In this article, EngagED Learning highlights insights from Laure Delmoly (CLEMI) on the three pillars of digital parenting: establishing trust, cultivating critical thinking, and maintaining ongoing dialogue. A reassuring, practical summary for educators and families looking to foster responsible digital habits together.

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