This document discusses Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that aims to meet the needs of all learners by reducing barriers in curriculum and instruction. UDL is based on research about how the brain learns and recognizes that every student learns differently. It calls for providing multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement to accommodate learner variability. The goal is to make learning accessible to everyone through flexibility and choice in how information is presented, how students demonstrate knowledge, and how they are motivated to learn.
The document summarizes a school visit where educators observed classrooms and evaluated student tasks using an effectiveness rubric. They saw students engaged in collaborative, multimodal learning activities with a focus on higher-order thinking. This reinforced the value of inquiry-based learning over traditional models, where students undertake authentic work that fosters deep understanding. Educators discussed how to further develop skills-based inquiry and cross-curricular projects, and expressed interest in connecting with other schools to share ideas around engaging student tasks.
This document discusses a family enjoying important moments in life. It mentions having two children, an 11-year-old son in grade 5 and a 19-year-old daughter who recently graduated. It also talks about enjoying a cottage on Lake Winnipeg and the connection between a boy and his dog, as well as the happiness of a daughter graduating.
This document discusses Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that aims to meet the needs of all learners by reducing barriers in curriculum and instruction. UDL is based on research about how the brain learns and recognizes that every student learns differently. It calls for providing multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement to accommodate learner variability. The goal is to make learning accessible to everyone through flexibility and choice in how information is presented, how students demonstrate knowledge, and how they are motivated to learn.
The document summarizes a school visit where educators observed classrooms and evaluated student tasks using an effectiveness rubric. They saw students engaged in collaborative, multimodal learning activities with a focus on higher-order thinking. This reinforced the value of inquiry-based learning over traditional models, where students undertake authentic work that fosters deep understanding. Educators discussed how to further develop skills-based inquiry and cross-curricular projects, and expressed interest in connecting with other schools to share ideas around engaging student tasks.
This document discusses a family enjoying important moments in life. It mentions having two children, an 11-year-old son in grade 5 and a 19-year-old daughter who recently graduated. It also talks about enjoying a cottage on Lake Winnipeg and the connection between a boy and his dog, as well as the happiness of a daughter graduating.
This document discusses Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that aims to meet the needs of all learners by reducing barriers in curriculum and instruction. UDL is based on research about how the brain learns and provides multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement. It encourages teachers to understand learner variability, use flexible methods and materials, and foster learner motivation and interest through tapping into their "sparks". The goal is to design inclusive learning environments that can accommodate diverse needs from the beginning rather than making accommodations later.
This document provides updates from various members of the Pellett family for the year 2009. Scott completed work on a seniors residence and began managing a new residential project. Mary-Ann finished her role as assistant principal and helped open a new school. She also continued her PhD studies. Levi had a good year where his dog got better and he started a new school. He also plays hockey and takes guitar lessons. Brin graduated from high school and is taking a gap year to work and take courses. The family came together to celebrate Brin's graduation and visited with extended family members. Their great-grandmother Baba Juba passed away at age 107.
This document discusses Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that aims to meet the needs of diverse learners by providing multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement. UDL is based on research about how the brain learns and is meant to reduce barriers in education by developing flexible learning environments accommodated for individuals' varied abilities, needs and learning styles. The document outlines the principles of UDL and provides examples of how its guidelines can be applied through technologies, materials, and teaching methods to benefit all students.
The document discusses Wisdom Circles, which are frameworks for personal and social development for youth. Wisdom Circles focus on social-emotional learning through arts-based and inquiry-based methods. They utilize universal symbols and stories from different cultures to teach concepts related to character growth. Wisdom Circles are facilitated to honor inner and outer wisdom through listening skills and storytelling in a way that builds community.
The document describes 4 roles that are represented in artwork: the Teacher, the Warrior, the Visionary, and the Healer. Each role is listed on its own line with no other context or details provided about the artwork or what it depicts for each role.
Story People - Experiments With Truth, is a compilation of art work and sayings that I created for a project in a course at the University of Calgary with Dr. Jeff Jacobs. Reflections based on the works of Byron Katie's "Loving What Is,", and Terry Warner's, "Bonds That Make Us Free."
The document discusses how weather shapes life in Hawaii, with warm temperatures around 80 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, most rain falling in winter along with strong winds, volcanoes creating mountains and cooler temperatures at higher elevations, and weather allowing residents to enjoy activities like surfing and growing crops while also attracting tourists interested in the warm climate and outdoor activities.