Monthly Archives: September 2019

Day 20 (of 189) #orangeshirtday I am always troubled by not really understanding the Residential School issue until I was working on my Bachelors of Education despite growing up in a community that had many survivors – and unfortunately I … Continue reading →

Day 19 (of 189) #thankyougreta Greta Thunberg. Showing that a teenager can make a difference: “I don’t care about age. Nor do I care about those who do not accept the science. I don’t have as much experience, and therefore … Continue reading →

Day 17 (of 189) deep learning I love the visual of guided inquiry where we do a guided gradual release of responsibility of learners to take over their ownership of learning: But deep learning also happens when we start exploring … Continue reading →

Day 16 (of 189) processing time reminder (the mirror universe of wait time) I love giving reminders about the value is wait time. Allowing students time to get some thinking in; not providing answers too quickly and how this “wait … Continue reading →

Day 15 (of 189) meeting ones hero @pernilleripp Sometimes I’ve heard “you should never meet your hero’s”. I’m happy to say that every time I have had the opportunity to meet one of my education inspirators, it has benefitted me. … Continue reading →

Day 14 (of 189) on pro-d days…

Day 13 (of 189) blog like a pirate on #talkLikeAPirateDay – making me think of @burgessdave and Teach Like A Pirate! #tlap Arrrgh – though “C” is really a pirates favourite letter 😂 Loves me some talk like a pirate … Continue reading →

Day 12 (of 189) blogs I love (a followup to my chat with #educ431 @educationunbc @christineyh One of the questions I love to get an ponder on is “what blogs do you read” and there are some I look forward … Continue reading →

Day 11 (of 189) Dear #educ431 at @educationunbc with @christineYH Portfolios. They are a great way to reflect and project. A way to document learning…and accomplishments…thoughts…wonders…and so much more. I admit I am passionate about portfolios and education for all … Continue reading →

Day 10 (of 189) #walkingcurriculum 30 day challenge I really appreciate the #walking urriculum that @perfinker put together! A good reminder to get outdoors, to slow down, to connect with nature, to be mindful, etc etc etc – and has … Continue reading →