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Implications of Technology – Part 3: Finding Balance
NOTE: This session is one of a three-part series discussing technology and its implications for education and personal wellness. Drawn by ‘likes’, ‘faves’, and ‘follows’ from their online connections, it is all too common for modern learners to be distracted by the lure social media. For ‘fear of missing out’ (FOMO), young people today are …
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Supporting Improved Math Achievement Through a Focus on Wellness
Join this energetic discussion about classroom routines, conversation structures, assessment practices and student voice as they relate to a problem-solving math class and student wellness. The positive impact that these have had on the culture in the facilitator’s class and on student achievement is noteworthy. As well, participants are invited to bring their questions and …
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Implications of Technology – Part 2: Connected But Alone
NOTE: This session is one of a three-part series discussing the technology and its implications for education and personal wellness. We live and learn in a world that is captivated by social media and overflowing with on-demand content. At the same time, we have ready access to tools that allow us to collaborate in real …
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Honouring Teacher Well-Being – Part 2: A New Slant on Teacher Mental Health and Well-Being ×
In this session, participants are provided with a framework of understanding for mental health, mental illness and well-being. This is followed by an exploration of activities for participants that focus around seven key areas which can be applied in their daily lives: happiness, laughter, comedy, mindfulness, gratitude, forgiveness and support systems. Click here for resources from Part 1: …
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Implications of Technology – Part 1: The Quest for Attention
Over the past 10 years, the use of smart phones and social media tools has become habitual for learners both young and old. More than ever before, students and teachers are challenged to pay attention to the cues that matter most. Together, let’s discover how devices and applications are designed to hijack our attention. Let’s …