Reading Time: 3 minutesThink back to when you were in school – elementary through post-secondary. How often were you given opportunities to showcase how you learned that was best for you? If your formal education was anything like my own, you likely had few opportunities to demonstrate your learning beyond the traditional paper-and pencil. But times have changed! And Universal Design for Learning...
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhy should you keep your camera on when teaching? We have now had more than a year and a half of experience with virtual classes at Conestoga. We are getting so good at Zoom and Teams and all the features we need to help students learn. But, having an entire class with most students with their cameras off can be...
Reading Time: 4 minutesLesson plans provide structure, flow, and focus to a class meeting. This teaching tip provides information on the CARD lesson plan. The CARD lesson plan can be used in any mode of delivery. The CARD lesson plan is also known as the CARL lesson plan. BOPPPS or CARD While a BOPPPS lesson plan structures a lesson using interactive practice following a presentation, the CARD...
Reading Time: 2 minutesBy Mike Wong, PhD Developing as a teacher takes time and effort. According to Lyon’s Model on Teacher Efficacy and Competence, progression through the five stages of teacher development (novice, advanced beginner, competent performer, proficient, expert) requires a combination of experiences and, importantly, ongoing reflection. As teachers advance through these stages, they develop an increasing awareness of their teaching philosophy...
Reading Time: 2 minutesAre you interested in connecting with your colleagues to share ideas about how to enhance your teaching practice? Do you want to learn about different strategies that could help get your students more engaged in their learning? Do you have questions about how to better manage your classroom, or introduce more authentic assessments? If so, you’re in luck. Teaching and...
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