pedagogy
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Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of guiding Grade 6 and 7 students through a powerful learning journey that explores personal identity, school experiences, and how we learn best. We’ve returned to this unit multiple times, this school year and three years ago, because it continues to spark reflection, build empathy,…
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The world is a complex, interconnected system where everything and everyone is interdependent and interrelated. Learning that reflects this interconnectedness is more meaningful, engaging, and relevant. Interdisciplinary learning mirrors this natural complexity by integrating subjects around central themes or real-world problems. It prepares students not only for academic success but also for the challenges of…
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What is theme-based learning? Over the last few years, I have been privileged to be able to teach diverse pedagogies that directly align with my teaching philosophy. One of these pedagogical approaches is theme-based learning, which is an approach that integrates many curricular subject areas into one relevant, current, and age-appropriate theme or big idea.…
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