Nathan Ellis

Husband and father. Vice Principal in UGDSB. Passionate about student success and data driven instruction. Musician and aikido practioner.

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

This progression video from Graham Fletcher made me realize that I never REALLY understood division as a kid. I was just a good robot who could repeat the steps my teacher gave me. Now I understand it so much better.

Check it out here: https://t.co/7fLVwr8sOj

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

Want students to practice applying math to real life, but wish you had something more engaging and meaningful than word problems? Then you should check out my recorded webinar with elementary, middle, and high school versions.
https://t.co/VDHqBELG8n #MTBoS #iteachmath

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

Eighth grade math teachers! I've made @openmiddle Depth of Knowledge matrices to show how a single problem can replace an entire worksheet in eighth grade math. Download it now here: https://t.co/DQlwGVtoWM #iteachmath #MTBoS

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

Here's my all time favorite problem-based lesson from @mr_stadel. It's a great lesson to conceptually teach surface area. https://t.co/EBMBRx333V

[Upper Grand DSB @ugdsb]

What does respect mean to you? Why is being respectful so important in our learning community? Let us know using #MHUG

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

This video from @gfletchy makes me realize that I never REALLY understood division as a kid. I was just a good robot.
https://t.co/ioiMNupYYR #iteachmath

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

Eighth grade math teachers! I've made @openmiddle Depth of Knowledge matrices to show how a single problem can replace an entire worksheet in eighth grade math. Download it now here: https://t.co/DQlwGVtoWM

[Robert Kaplinsky @robertkaplinsky]

Algebra 2 teachers! I've made @openmiddle Depth of Knowledge matrices to show how a single problem can replace an entire worksheet in Algebra 2. Download it now here: https://t.co/RDzSfGMlpv

[Howie Hua @howie_hua]

This subtraction strategy changed my life

[_Ms. P @IAmMzNisha]

Note having, note taking, note making - big differences! #Notemaking is a learning process & contributes to learning. It helps structure, organize, formalize notes! Ss need to be cognitively present for #notemaking

Meaningmaking is messy! @pgliljedahl @OAMElearns #OAME2024

[Princess Margaret PS @margaret_ps]

Kindergarten to grade 3! Math is everywhere! #MargaretProud #studentlearning #workinghard

[Drew Perkins @dperkinsed]

In this clip from my recent chat with @dylanwiliam, he articulates why students need direct instruction but they also need the intangibles that project-based learning can help deliver.

Full episode available at: https://t.co/zlWZQsR09r and at @ThoughtStretchr

[Princess Margaret PS @margaret_ps]

Using cuisenaire rods to demonstrate our understanding about fractions! #MargaretProud #manipulatives

[Simon Gregg @Simon_Gregg]

Starting some length measurement, we measured our handspans using Cuisenaire rods

[Jordan Rappaport @JRappaport27]

A few years ago I built a catalogue of thinking tasks that were shared with me. Its since been added to and updated in an easy to access format. The link below gives access. #mtbos @KirstDy @pgliljedahl @NolanFossum @pearse_margie @Sneffleupagus
https://t.co/UmVXM90RAt

[GCVI Music @GCVIMusic]

Congrats to our vocal/guitar students for winning CBC Canada’s Greatest Music Class competition….

[Melissa D @Dean_of_math]

If the assessment doesn't inform your teaching practice or inform your student's learning, there is no point in giving it. I said it.

[Howie Hua @howie_hua]

Someone asked me to share how I would teach adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators so here it is:

[EITC @EITCTravels]

Routine device maintenance is a must in any classroom, especially when leveraging UDL practices. UG educators, have you seen this Chromebook Care Poster? Visit the #GoodForAll page to explore. https://t.co/W2eyh3Za5t @ugdsb @UGDSBProgram @UGExperiential

[EITC @EITCTravels]

Welcome back to the #GoodForAll series. Check out bite sized resources to help on your UDL journey as we aim to support all learners. Visit the #GoodForAll page to explore how to build digital routines in your class. https://t.co/W2eyh3Za5t @ugdsb @UGExperiential @UGDSBProgram