xanderjames

Passionate educator and life long learner #Designthinking #UNGlobalgoals, #computationalthinking #engagingMylearners #corecompetencies He/Him

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

@CBCOntarioToday We have reading assessments cross country but math assessments and math benchmarks are less common occurring at board or even school only. We need mental math benchmarks beginning in grade 1 to close in on these math gaps. Exploratory, real world driven, Key Message: Math is Fun!

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

@CBCOntarioToday We have reading assessments cross country but math assessments and math benchmarks are less common occurring at board or even school only. We need mental math benchmarks beginning in grade 1 to close in on these math gaps. Exploratory, real world driven, Key Message: Math is Fun!

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

@CBCOntarioToday @WellingtonCath @Cathy Chaput is absolutely on point with her comments. Students need a superhero 'toolbelt' of skills and strategies to approach any given problem. Traditional algorithms need less emphasis and more time should be given to mental math in the domains of +/- ; x,/ ; 1:1

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

If a student can cheat, your assessment is not well done.

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

The pandemic is forcing educators to rethink how they evaluate students. Here's why https://t.co/vLRmDRWw6F

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

“This is the way...” assessment is not a Disney fiction it is not the mandalorian. Assessment should not be done the same way it has been always. “I try to catch cheaters..” if you can cheat, cheat. That is critical thinking in and of itself. We can model better assessment

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

@cbcasithappens your musical segways are so so good! Equally matched to your always delightful and topical reporting!

[math barb @barb_seaton]

Whattt! finally have the time to read my @micro_mag and luving the Multi Editor @MSMakeCode Can't wait to share with my #CodingChange friends!

[Jennifer Ferguson @FergeeksonGirl]

#ThursdayLearnDay held the best surprise! One of the world’s first NEW #microbit was unboxed this morning at @CalgaryAcademy!

Not only does it have a microphone, speaker and capacitive touch - the packaging is made with soy-based inks so it’s recyclable!

Thanks @KatieHenryDays!

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

@NHenryFundi @nick_ngafook Agreed. This is a futile exercise. Waist of tax payer money and gets the next generation no further than the previous ones. #UNglobalgoals

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

The focus on curriculum is farcical. Leaders in education need to speak out more! Curriculum is insignificant compared to soft skills and competency based education! Individual focus! Strength based! And community! ...Picasso? Are you serious? 💆

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

Leaked Alberta school curriculum proposals include cutting references to residential schools, equity | CBC News https://t.co/Os7sl9yWem

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

Education models and best practices for years have indicated clearly that exams are not a significant measure of aptitude! Tests? Written exams? Are we living in Victorian era? ...wait, yes. We are.

[The Current on CBC Radio @TheCurrentCBC]

As high schools across the country scrap exams because of the COVID-19 pandemic, some experts say now is the time to re-evaluate what those tests look like to ensure they serve all students.

https://t.co/jhI57ZC8Ep

[Kialo Edu @KialoEdu]

Welcome to Kialo Edu, the tool used by educators world-wide to teach critical thinking and facilitate thoughtful classroom debate. Kialo Edu is a free version of Kialo, the world's most popular argument mapping site, customized for classroom use. Try it! https://t.co/c2U5ZEYcz7

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

The Doc Project with Acey Rowe: Paddle of the Century https://t.co/WlwfK8IyhD

[Lisa Anne Floyd @lisaannefloyd]

Attention Educators across Canada: Sign-up for this free @CanCodeToLearn #TerryFox #Coding Project -complete with activity cards (for remote or in-person learning) & connections to curriculum. Details: https://t.co/3nFaW47RsN
Email [email protected] for more info. #onted #bced

[Lisa Anne Floyd @lisaannefloyd]

#Coding in the Classroom one hour @TVO webinar this Thurs, Sept 24th at 8PM ET. No need to register! Details here: https://t.co/Ij9b9ZxJzZ The new #mathematics coding expectations will be highlighted with sample applications + ideas/resources for remote/in-person learning #OntEd

[xanderjames @xanderjamesw]

Great strategies to engage our learners through remote environments! #remotelearning #synchronouslearning @algomaprincipal

[Room 113 @ourstoryroom113]

Individual learning spaces, supplies and extra special loose parts bags await each of our Room 113 friends!!🥰 We can’t wait to see what you create!✨Sanitizing stations 🧼🧴along with our sink area will help us keep each other safe...together we can take care of one another!♥️

[Sue Bruyns @sbruyns]

So excited to see these smiling, masked faces in the morning! Together, we’ve got this! @SACTVDSB @TVDSB @Purveen_Skinner