Students Using Digital Tools to Build Background Knowledge for Literature Circles

Posted February 28, 2013

Students were using their new iPads during Literature Circles (http://resources.curriculum.org/secretariat/circles/files/CirclesGuide.pdf) to build their background knowledge on various topics connected with Global Issues.  I am continually amazed how easily students see digital tools as just another learning tool for them to use.  As well, they can access the information from the Board Virtual Library in their […]

Students using school and personal digital tools in visual arts

Posted February 12, 2013

Students are using school and personal digital tools in visual arts while drawing a 2D representation of a 3D object.  By taking a digital photograph of a 3D object, students are better able to make an accurate drawing and zoom in to see finer details.  

Students practice their mental math skills in preparation for World Math Day

Posted February 12, 2013

Students are practicing for World Math Day on March 6th using the World Education Games website (http://www.worldeducationgames.com).  Students compete against other students of the same age from all over the world. It is great to see their excitement and enthusiasm for practicing math!

Students Learning Numeracy Skills Using Khan Academy to Fill in Learning Gaps & Practice to Mastery

Posted February 5, 2013

Students at Park Manor are using Khan Academy (https://www.khanacademy.org/) in most of their math classes to help fill in prior learning gaps with respect to numeracy skills and practice them to gain mastery.  Students are encouraged to log in at home or during breaks in the computer lab to watch instructional videos and practice key skills […]

Silver Birch Books are Here

Posted January 7, 2013

All students in grade 6 have the opportunity to be part of the Ontario Library Association’s Forest of Reading program. With 30 books split evenly into 3 categories; fiction, non-fiction and express, there are sure to be books for everyone. Any student reading more than 5 in a category will be able to cast a […]

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