AI didn’t replace my teaching - it expanded it.
From multilingual access to creativity and reduced test anxiety, these classroom moments show what purposeful AI use can look like.
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The I–We–You model works because it matches how the brain actually learns.
I → reduces cognitive load with clear modelling
We → builds strong mental models through guided practice
You → only then do students work independently with confidence
It’s not hand-holding. It’s cognitive science: novices need clarity before autonomy.
When we get the sequence right, students don’t just “get it” - they own it.
If a new teacher comes within your sphere of influence and they want to know the “secret” to great teaching, show them this clip and give them a copy of Rosenshine’s principles of instruction to read. That’s it. Start there and build your procedures and routines accordingly.
🧠 THE SIMPLE MODEL OF THE MIND! This NEW one-page guide breaks down how we learn, drawing on key principles from cognitive science. It provides a clear, research-based framework to guide instruction, manage cognitive load, and build shared professional language.
Inspired by Dan Willingham and @olicav
A teacher can’t plan instruction that truly supports learning if they don’t understand how learning happens.
I’ve been there. My lessons were packed with fun, engaging poor proxies for learning. Very little learning happened.
Not anymore. What changed? Cognitive science.
This post is about how I plan lessons from scratch, what we get right and wrong about lesson planning, and the great paradox of lesson planning:
In a perfect world, it wouldn’t even exist!
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Are you in Grade 7 to 12 and are interested in attending the TLAC this May 18 to 23 at Camp White Pine in Haliburton?
If so, complete the Expression of Interest Form by November 10 to be entered into the lottery!
Learn more: https://t.co/W7qMvFW9mY
The updated #UDL Guidelines are here...but what that does that mean for the teachers, coaches, and administrators who are implementing Universal Design for Learning in their classrooms and schools?
We break down the biggest changes here: https://t.co/sS9g4ns4Yh
During June, TLDSB ed centres & schools are flying the progressive Pride flag to highlight our commitment to ensuring equity, dignity, well-being, diversity, and inclusion of the 2SLGBTQIA+ people in our community! Learn more about our flag protocol at: https://t.co/EoXrXpSdE2
School environments that centre wellness promotion, student engagement and are identity-affirming are an important part of supporting #EveryStudent.
Learn more about how you can be an adult ally: https://t.co/yISIu3aSvL
#MentalHealthResources
Earlier today, the G7 Student Senate and mental health counsellors came together for a day of learning in Haliburton that focused on connecting the results from the Director's Student Voice Summit and mental health. #WeAllHaveMentalHealth