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Integrating Minecraft and MakeCode Codebuilder into your Math Program
Minecraft is an engaging platform to explore many different program areas. In this session, we’ll look at how MakeCode and the Minecraft Codebuilder can be used to explore coding concepts from the Grades 1-8 Math curriculum. We’ll look at the various event structures (sequential, concurrent, repeating, nested), conditionals, and controls referenced in the document and …
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Student Centered: K-8 Culturally Responsive Coding Experiences – Part 2
In this hands-on PART TWO learning series, participants will explore culturally responsive pedagogy and a framework to design and implement coding learning experiences that reflect, honour and value the lived experiences of our learners. Together, we will investigate different modes for students to communicate their understanding. Providing an entry point for all learners, participants will …
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Student Centered: K-8 Culturally Responsive Coding Experiences – Part 1
In this PART ONE hands-on two-part learning series, participants will explore culturally responsive pedagogy and a framework to design and implement coding learning experiences that reflect, honour and value the lived experiences of our learners. Together, we will investigate different modes for students to communicate their understanding. Providing an entry point for all learners, participants …
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Rethinking Literacy Instruction in our Digital World
Literacy has always been defined by technology. And as we reflect on what it means to be literate today, and consider the value and complexity of teaching and learning in digital spaces, how are we transforming literacy instruction to meet the needs of today’s learner? This webinar is designed to provide an introduction to New …
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Plotting an Engaging Lesson in Math Through Coding-Coordinate Systems
Plotting in math can be as engaging as it is when storytelling. Working with coordinate systems can be more interactive and purposeful when students are coding. Participants in this session will be introduced to coding challenges in Scratch (a free web-based application) that help to enhance student understanding of the coordinate grid in math class. …