A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 30, 2012

These skill sets include critical thinking/problem solving, media literacy, collaboration, creativity, technological proficiency, and global awareness. To truly create an innovative culture of learning we must not fear failure either. There are also numerous free webinars available throughout the year.

Education 383

Education Professional Development Educational Technology Pedagogy 383

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 21, 2017

Individuals and organizations that embrace this mindset shift develop dynamic behaviors that impact their organizational culture while leading to school improvement. Use the wealth of TED Talks, webinars, and YouTube content online to get inspired. Do this in real time through face-to-face associations and with your closest validators.

Leadership 235

Leadership Pedagogy Professional Development Critical Thinking 235

ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

And research shows that peer reviews build community among students and help them develop critical thinking and communication skills. But educators have a chance to open pathways through collaborative projects that encourage innovation and creative thinking. How does creativity help with students’ mental health and well-being?

Advocacy 115

Advocacy K-12 Critical Thinking Project-Based Learning 115

ED Surge

MARCH 9, 2023

Creativity encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, iteration, collaboration and making deep connections in students’ learning material. Creativity needs to be embedded in everything we do with students; it needs to be part of the school culture. Bongiorno argues that creativity can’t be an afterthought in the curriculum.

Library 136

Library Tradition Professional Development Critical Thinking 136

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Often, the most powerful learning happens when students explore different perspectives, step outside of their typical environments, and are exposed to new ways of doing and thinking. Over the past two years, TDSB has taken significant steps to shift their culture of equity to better support all students to be their authentic selves.

Middle School 102

Middle School Social Justice Cultures Professional Development 102

Digital Promise

MAY 25, 2017

This time they are inviting friends to join who weren’t part of the last challenge, growing our school’s maker culture and creating opportunities for the students to see themselves as leaders. Chat with Gaelyn and learn more about her work during Maker Ed’s Ask a Maker Educator webinar on June 7 at 7pm ET / 4pm PT.

Library 110

Library Middle School Lesson Plan Tradition 110