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Learning Artifacts

A Principal's Reflections

I routinely speak about the need for students to produce learning artifacts that demonstrate conceptual mastery. Knowledge often comes to us via transcribed content or artifacts, which is derived from other''s knowledge. These are facts, concepts, processes, procedures, and principles (Clark & Chopeta, 2004).

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Tracing Ancient Networks: The Journey of Obsidian Artifacts into Alberta's Archaeological Record

Anthropology.net

Despite Alberta's lack of volcanic activity, numerous obsidian artifacts have been unearthed across the province, prompting questions about their origins and the prehistoric networks that transported them. Some artifacts had traveled nearly 1,200 kilometers from their source.

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5 Clear Ways Digital Benefits Learners

A Principal's Reflections

Collaborative exchanges among peers, teachers, authors, and mentors can turn a simple student writing product into a multifaceted and informative artifact. By selecting appropriate tools, students can create artifacts that demonstrate their conceptual mastery while acquiring and applying essential skill sets.

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The Everlasting Influence of a Great Teacher

A Principal's Reflections

I knew I had at least one ceramic sculpture, but little did I know that there was a treasure trove of artifacts lying in wait in my attic. Almost all of the artifacts came from Mr. Wynn’s class, including a fully functional ceramic snail that holds pencils and pens.

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A Close Look at Competency-Based Learning

Cult of Pedagogy

In schools that belong to the MTC, like Messer’s school, students demonstrate learning through artifacts evidence of their skills and understanding that are collected across content areas. I’ll reassess your research artifact. So students see that progression of skills in lots of different content connections.

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Spain’s Move to Decolonize Its Museums Must Continue

Sapiens

I have also been actively involved in decolonial efforts at the University of Cambridge, exposing me to the intricate practical challenges and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the restitution of cultural artifacts. Unlike the U.K., However, not all these acquisitions necessarily warrant repatriation.

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The Lengths Teachers Will Go For Kids

A Principal's Reflections

During a previous session, I assigned each leader some meaningful homework, which consisted of bringing an artifact to share with the group that showed growth in the area. While each group shared amazing artifacts, I was blown away by the supervisor cohort. Therein lies what separates effective vs. ineffective professional learning.

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