Educators enter the classroom to make a positive impact on each student in their care.  Students who have had one or more adverse childhood experiences (i.e. traumatic events), however, often need support in building confidence, forming friendships and engaging with the curriculum.  This session will provide teachers with a practical understanding of the Cycle of Chronic Stress and how it impacts student engagement and interaction in the classroom, while exploring specific strategies to assist dysregulated students to regulate emotions, and build connection and confidence, supporting resiliency. 

Join us for a two-hour virtual professional development session on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. Learn tips and tricks to maximize how AI tools can streamline lesson planning, enhance student engagement, and provide personalized support in your classroom. Discover the potential of AI to become your new teaching assistant and elevate your instruction.

This is meant to be a relaxing session to learn more about the autistic brain and strategies to use with your students. Time will be spent listening, watching videos and, if you like, engaging in conversation.  Let's enjoy a cup of coffee (or your favorite summer drink) while we learn together.

The presenter will share how her high school course was taught through circle practices. This session will invite participants to consider how restorative justice practices extend to curriculum and assessment. During this session participants will collaborate to develop a personal circle plan that can be used in the upcoming school year. 

Join Let's Talk Science to create interactive scavenger hunts using Google My Maps and Google Forms. Learn how to design a sequence of questions and challenges that support the diverse needs of students. Explore opportunities for students to engage in cross-curricular learning and computational thinking. Add fun and discovery to student learning while teaching persistence and resilience with debugging activities.

Cultural responsiveness in schools plays a crucial role in creating a positive and effective learning environment. This one hour PL will focus on how our schools can become more culturally competent and steps that can be taken so that students see themselves reflected in their education and in the school building. This, in turn, fosters a sense of belonging & engagement.

This session aims to foster collaboration between IRT's and classroom teachers at the high school level. Through discussions, participants will explore strategies for effectively collaborating between all educational professionals in the classroom. Topics will include clarification of roles, instructional practices and assistive technology. The session emphasizes the importance of creating a collaborative environment where all students have equitable support and resources.

During this professional learning opportunity, we will explore more strategies from Building Thinking Classrooms including; answering questions, taking notes, using hints and extensions and consolidating a lesson in a thinking classroom. You'll learn how to effectively foster collaboration and communication, stimulate critical thinking and formatively assess student learning. Transform your classroom into a dynamic environment that inspires curiosity and promotes deep understanding.

This session is designed to be a crash course in student regulation. It will examine the 5 domains of Self-Regulation as well as explore strategies in each domain. This session is designed to be interactive with some group breakout sessions as well as allowing for participants to share their learning and experience with one another.

In this hands-on workshop, participants will be guided through ways Canva can be used by students to demonstrate their learning and understanding. This workshop is intended for those who have some familiarity with Canva and is a "deeper dive".

This session will look at an inclusive student engagement initiative undertaken in two settings; a 5-9 intermediate school and a 7-9 junior high school. Through sessions planned and facilitated by teachers and outside agencies, students are able to choose multiple sessions based on their interests and personal well-being. The goal is to promote collective efficacy and to build relationships in the school. These sessions include STEM, physical movement, art, music, drama, technology education and other personal development activities. 

This virtual session will explore how collaborative inquiry can be a powerful tool for school growth and development. Professional learning flourishes when teams engage in collaborative inquiry, pausing to reflect, synthesize, and uncover the hidden potential within our collective knowledge. It's not about endlessly accumulating new information; it's about harnessing the power of shared exploration to transform existing understanding into actionable insights. Together, we will explore practical tools and tips to harness the collective expertise of a teaching team to drive positive change and enhance student learning outcomes. 

The Association for New Canadians Children and Youth Programs (CAYP) division is designed to assist children, youth and their families as they transition into the Canadian school system. The ANC's Social Work team work closely with the CAYP team and community health and mental health service providers to support newcomers. Together , we will outline the supports that are available for newcomers and the schools who welcome them.

Let's delve into a reflective discussion on the intersection of master teacher practices, brain science and educational psychology in shaping impactful teaching strategies. Over the past year, I've embarked on a journey to explore how these elements converge to enhance student learning. Join me as we explore key insights and practical applications derived from our exploration, aimed at optimizing teaching practices to better meet the needs of our learners. It's important to note that while I may not be a cognitive scientist or educational psychologist, my examination of these findings offers valuable perspectives for enriching our teaching approaches.

In this session, presenters from the GSDSIC will provide evidence based practices and information on combatting anti-2SLGBTQ+ rhetoric and actions in the education milieu,  and discuss the role of Department and Human Rights policy to support and protect 2SLGBTQ+ students and staff. Presenters will have prepared materials, but the priority will be placed on discussion and questions from participants as co-constructors of learning.

Participants will create a vision for their future self! We will design a vision board that reflects our core values.  We'll practice gratitude, while we design the life of our future self.  This activity is valuable as a personal development activity for educators, as well as an activity to use in classes for all ages (from kindergarten to level III)! It has curriculum potential in SEL, Career Education, Health, Human Dynamics, ELA, Social Studies and other areas. 

In this 90-minute virtual session, educators will explore innovative ways to breathe new life into old books through upcycling. Participants will learn how to transform discarded books into valuable teaching tools and creative junk journals that can enhance literacy instruction. 

Our experience of the world is multi-faceted. Does the way we teach prepare our students for that reality? Join Let's Talk Science for an interactive webinar and discover how to leverage cross-curricular learning in order to deepen your students’ understanding of STEM concepts. Through a series of collaborative and reflective activities, you will identify opportunities for exploring topics through the lens of different subjects, use an Outcome Mapping strategy to develop a learning plan and explore criteria and formats to assess cross-curricular learning.

Join Let's Talk Science to explore the diverse benefits of technology integration in education. You will learn how technology can empower learning by facilitating interaction, assessment, and reflection. By the end of the session, you will have gained new insights and ideas for enhancing your teaching practice through effective use of technology.

Tired of juggling paper booking sheets for computers and rooms? This session explores Google Calendar Appointment Pages, a user-friendly solution to automate bookings and simplify resource management for teachers. Learn how to create and share appointment pages, manage booking requests, and gain valuable insights into resource utilization – all within Google Calendar!

Whatcha reading? Whatcha listening to? Whether it’s the best educational book you’ve ever read or your current playlist of pedagogical podcasts; come share your recommendation with other learners and discuss how it has impacted your practice. Connect, share, and learn from peers in a relaxed conversational setting. 

Join me for an inspiring session focused on transforming your teaching practices and elevating student success! Dive into dynamic discussions as we explore five essential pillars for creating optimal learning environments. Discover how to design engaging classroom spaces, foster a positive classroom culture, and integrate innovative instructional practices that ignite student curiosity and motivation. Dive deeper into the integration of social-emotional learning, empowering students to thrive both academically and emotionally. Plus, learn invaluable tips for building strong home-school partnerships, uniting forces for the benefit of every learner. Get ready to revolutionize your teaching toolkit and leave empowered with practical ideas to make a real impact in your classroom. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to reimagine teaching and learning!

The province of Newfoundland and Labrador is pursuing immigration as a strategy for economic and population growth. With the increase of newcomers, classrooms are becoming more and more culturally and linguistically diverse. With this increase is the need for teachers to have the knowledge and skills to respond to diverse needs and concerns that arise within the classroom and school setting. In addition to that, the province has always had the presence of Indigenous communities which add to the diversity in the school environment.   

In the midst of all this, teachers have been called upon to respond to multi-diverse needs of learners in pluralistic contexts. This training is one of many we propose to offer teachers practical skills and knowledge to be able to adequately respond to this new challenge. 

Learn the basics of Canva for Education including how to navigate the Canva homepage, locate templates, create folders, share activities, and provide real-time feedback.

This professional learning opportunity emphasizes collaborative learning and resource-sharing, enabling educators to refine their instructional practices in the area of fractions. We will examine their meaning as part-whole representations, strategies for comparing them and their equivalence, addressing common misconceptions, and navigating students' difficulties with fractions. It will explore practical ideas, such as creating fraction-rich environments and utilizing manipulatives, to engage students and deepen their fraction understanding. 

Through exploration of the research of multi-grade education, participants will gain insights into its benefits and align their teaching approaches accordingly. There will be collaborative opportunities for educators to design instructional plans tailored to the diverse needs of learners across multiple grade levels.

This session will focus on simple, yet effective tips and strategies to increase student engagement and oral interaction in French classrooms. Session will be interactive and participants will also have the opportunity to collaborate with others and create practical tools to add to their toolkit.

Just getting started with Book Creator? Join this webinar with Jon Smith and learn all about Book Creator's simple, yet powerful, features. Learn how you can use Book Creator in any subject and with any grade level! You'll leave with so many ideas you'll be able to start making books tomorrow. Watch your classroom engagement soar. 

Join us for a session that delves into the harmonious fusion of music and literacy in the primary music classroom. In this workshop, educators will discover the power of incorporating storybooks to enhance music lessons, foster creativity, and promote early literacy skills. This session will emphasize the reciprocal benefits of utilizing storybooks to not only enrich music education but also to nurture oral language development and literacy proficiency in students. 

Join us for an enlightening session where we unveil the transformative power of 'The Ted Lasso Way' in educational leadership. This session will dissect how the character of Ted Lasso demonstrates valuable lessons in inspiring and reshaping school leadership. Expect a blend of engaging narratives and practical insights that challenge conventional leadership theories. It's an ideal opportunity for those eager to reimagine their approach to leading in the educational sector. There is no need to have watched "Ted Lasso", however, it will help. 

Join Let's Talk Science to learn a variety of strategies for incorporating literacy into STEM teaching and learning in the K-6 classroom. Through the exploration of children’s literature, participants will discover how to connect and engage in learning experiences that support student skill development in the areas of observing, questioning, predicting, comparing and contrasting, and sorting and classifying.

This presentation will introduce the drug education strategy, called Drug Education Centred on Youth Decision Empowerment (DECYDE), which provides evidence-informed, harm-reduction, and trauma-informed substance use information and resources for educators. Resources are currently developed for Grades 4-9. The goal of DECYDE is to help empower youth to make safe and informed choices regarding their substance use health.

Join Let's Talk Science to explore a range of technology tools that can be used to enhance student learning across different subject areas. You will learn effective strategies for integrating technology tools into your teaching practice, creating engaging and interactive learning experiences for students. You will also reflect on your current teaching practices to identify opportunities for maximizing technology tools to support student learning, leading to more effective teaching and increased student engagement and achievement.

In this session, we will explore strategies to reinvigorate classrooms by creating engaging instruction, incorporating interactive activities, and promoting higher-order thinking skills.   Let's reimagine teaching in high school to foster excitement and motivation among students.

Elevate learning, engagement, and creativity with WeVideo! In this workshop, you will learn video editing fundamentals as you run through the flow of creating, editing, and publishing a video. You’ll learn how to access pre-made assignments in WeVideo’s assignment library to make student multimedia creation a regular part of your teaching practice. Watch your students come alive with WeVideo!

By the end of this session, educators will be able to:

 - Understand the benefits of student creativity and multimedia creation!

 - Edit and publish a video and create video-based instructional content.

 - Begin implementing multimedia projects and activities that enhance learning!

Join us at ULEARN 2024 for an inspiring keynote talk by UDL expert Katie Novak, who will delve into the transformative power of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). As one of the five frameworks supporting the teaching and learning of our curriculum in Newfoundland and Labrador, UDL is a vital tool in our mission of "student engagement and learning for all." Discover how UDL can empower educators to create inclusive and dynamic learning environments that meet the diverse needs of every student.

Join educators Jason Counsel and Allison Somers for a professional learning session inspired by Peter Liljedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms. They will share their experiences with innovative assessment practices, evidence collection, and evaluation methods in grades 7-9 mathematics, emphasizing the power of reflective approaches and collaboration with fellow educators. Teachers can gain practical strategies to foster critical thinking and enhance student learning. This will be an opportunity to learn how to make simple changes to your teaching approach while having an impact on student success!

For: Intermediate to advanced WeVideo education users

Take your WeVideo creations to the next level with advanced video editing and production skills, including: content layering, framing shots, using b-roll effectively, color correction, sound editing, and green screen. Participants are also exposed to a variety of resources for designing and/or facilitating multimedia projects across content areas. 

By the end of this session, educators will be able to:

 - Leverage best practices to design and implement a media project with students.

 - Enhance content knowledge, literacy, and disciplinary skills with 21st-century learning.

 - Utilize WeVideo Classroom and the assignment ideas library!

This 2 hour session will focus on the development of early numeracy foundational skills. We will explore the big ideas around building and extending number knowledge in our young learners.

Are you ready to start putting the theory behind Universal Design for learning to practice? Are you ready to start shifting your classroom practices to make learning more accessible to your learners? Are you unsure where to start? Or have you begun implementing UDL in your practice and would like to get more ideas on how to remove barriers for your learners? Well, this session is for you. Join us for a two hour session where we will dig deep into the design process of UDL as we look at how to identify learning goals, develop success criteria, identify and find ways to remove barriers using the UDL Guidelines using intentional strategies and materials and how to assess these goals. This will be an interactive session where participants will have opportunities to put their new learning into practice and walk away with concrete strategies, resources and ideas to use in the classroom right away.

This session is designed for those new to the education profession to connect with others, discuss the seven determinants of the School Development Model in practice, and consider some common questions and concerns of beginning teachers. 

In "Restoring Relationships: Caregiver Collaboration in Restorative Justice Education Towards Fostering Student Engagement," participants will explore the powerful possibilities of caregiver involvement in restorative justice education (rje) within school settings. From defining rje to understanding how a restorative justice framework sparks and supports student engagement, this session identifies and explores ways that caregivers can aid in the fostering of increased student engagement. By exploring practical strategies for collaboration, attendees will discover ways to integrate caregiver participation in rje practices, ultimately cultivating environments where students thrive through enhanced engagement, empathy, and accountability.

Teaching in a rural school offers a unique experience. Are you curious about what a rural school can offer you and your learning? Come learn how teaching in a rural school can enrich your professional and personal development. 

Manie Musicale is a fabulous learning unit/toolkit created by two amazing French Educators from Maine - Stephanie Forgione Carbonneau and Michelle Fournier in 2017. It covers the four strands of language learning through the exploration of French Music. This is an international French Music activity based around the idea of March Madness with American College Basketball. The resources for this are endless and all free. The plan for my session is to break down the resources so they are easy to find and use by learning level. This was my first year doing Manie Musicale and it can be daunting. My goal is to help make the navigational aspects of resources more manageable for NL French educators while showing the benefits of incorporating some or all the potential fun and learning available in this amazing unit. 

Think you know Book Creator? Think again. This session will help you learn how to take Book Creator to the next level in their classrooms by learning new tips, tricks and features that will be sure to enhance learning. 

Graphs are powerful visual representations of the relationship between quantities. In this session we will explore the use of graphs to solve equations, connect the ways we solve equations algebraically and graphically, and determine how to make more use of graphs as a powerful equation solving tool. Come explore a range of problems, from MS to HS, that look at ways to engage students in thinking more critically about graphing and solving equations. Leave with engaging problems and strategies to use with your students.

Currently in Physics 2204 there are 12 labs, and a large amount of laboratory skills which are integrated and assessed over the entire year.  Use of a STANDARDS based model for assessment allows for student growth, leads to a risk and mistake friendly environment, and reinforces the key scientific mindset of learning through errors without being punished.  This session will walk participants through the philosophical groundings of the approach, share a detailed timeline and plan for implementation, and share all required standards and rubrics for use or editing as appropriate.  Although the material will be geared towards Physics 2204, there is no reason any high school science teacher could not avail of this and simply model their own course template on the examples provided.

Visible Learning by John Hattie is a comprehensive meta-analysis of educational research that synthesizes meta-analyses relating to student achievement. Hattie’s work aims to identify what works best in education by providing educators with evidence-based strategies to enhance learning outcomes.

The term "visible learning" refers to making student learning visible to teachers, so they can understand their impact on students, and to making teaching visible to students, so they can become their own teachers.

Hattie categorizes over 300 influences on student achievement, including teaching strategies, school environment, home environment, and individual student characteristics. He ranks these influences based on their effect sizes.  Hattie uses the concept of effect size to measure the impact of various influences on student achievement.

By joining this session, we will explore John Hattie’s Visible Learning that provides a data-driven approach to understanding what works in education. By highlighting the most effective influences on student achievement, Hattie’s work serves as a valuable resource for educators seeking to improve their teaching practices and enhance student learning.

Know Thy Impact