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  • The Curb Cut Effect
    by Sharon Ethier
    Have you ever been walking along the sidewalk and then come to the place where you’ve got to cross the road?  You may have noticed that the curb is cut, usually meaning a mostly flat ramp has been created to enable an easier crossing. You might have been pushing a stroller, pulling a wagon or … Continue reading The Curb Cut Effect
  • Tips for Planning a Professional Learning Session at your School
    by Colleen Elep
    Over the last 5 years, I’ve had the opportunity to work as a centrally assigned educator in my board. And while the job has certainly had its share of ups, downs, stressors, and successes, one thing I know I will walk away with is the ability to plan a professional learning session for staff. If … Continue reading Tips for Planning a Professional Learning Session at your School
  • PWIM
    by Diane Kim
    I was standing at the front of the class, in the middle of my history lesson.  I was a new teacher, and in those early days it didn’t take me long to notice the distinctive energy that characterized a lesson going well. It was marked by easy flow of conversation, focused attention, interaction …  At … Continue reading PWIM
  • Self-Reflection
    by Geeta Kumar
    This year, I’ve had the privilege to attend and participate in professional learning focused on literacy practices in the classroom. One of the things that has stood out to me in every session was the intentional way facilitators asked us to self-reflect.  At the beginning of each session, after sharing the learning goals, they would … Continue reading Self-Reflection
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The book, The Heart and Art of Teaching and Learning: Practical Ideas and Resources for Beginning Teachers, is meant to be the beginning of sharing and learning with each other, which includes practical tips on setting up your own classroom, building inclusion, working with parents and more.

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