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Chris Allen πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

@educhris.bsky.social

Supporting K-12 teachers and administrators to improve student learning and well-being.

234 Followers  |  513 Following  |  3 Posts  |  Joined: 19.11.2024  |  1.4244

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Have you registered? Our next FREE #webinar is next week! Join Lisa Donohue & Nikki Town in an exploration of making the most of your literacy block, Dec 4 at 7pm (ET). Get all the details & register: bit.ly/43z1yaV

#profdev #onlinelearning #teaching #learning #education #edusky

26.11.2025 13:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Public school teachers and education workers:

Classrooms are increasingly overcrowded – we need to hear your experiences to advocate for systemic change.

πŸ“ Participate in the Parachute Survey. On now until November 12.
πŸ”— survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...

15.10.2025 16:25 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2
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7 Ways to Get Math Students to Show Their Thinking Math isn’t just about answersβ€”the process matters, too. These strategies spotlight reasoning and reveal student thinking.

Math isn’t just about answersβ€”the process matters, too. These strategies spotlight reasoning and reveal student thinking. βœ–οΈπŸ’­

#MathSky #ITeachMath

10.10.2025 11:32 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How Big Tech Uses YOUR Kids’ Classrooms To Sell THEIR Products
YouTube video by More Perfect Union How Big Tech Uses YOUR Kids’ Classrooms To Sell THEIR Products

I just watched this video about #EdTech from @moreperfectunion.bsky.social. As someone who has promoted technology in K12 classrooms for years, I have a lot to think about.

Teachers: Watch this! #EduSky

youtu.be/aByWLQ7h2n0?...

04.10.2025 13:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

Look like Woody Allen while getting brain cancer…pass.

18.09.2025 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's this week! Our next FREE #webinar, featuring Andrew B Campbell & his newest book, #ActiveBraveConversations, will be this Thurs Sept 18 at 7 pm (ET) β€” get all the details & register: bit.ly/3HRghGB

#profdev #DEIB #inclusiveclassrooms #teaching #learning #education #edusky

15.09.2025 12:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How to Integrate Creative Writing Across Subjects From science to history to math, try these creative writing activities to help students process content and think deeply.

These teacher-tested, low-lift writing activities can help students synthesize their learning in math, science, history, and more! ✍️ 🌟

#MathSky #HistoryEducation #ITeachScience #ELATeacher #EduSky

12.09.2025 12:35 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

94% of teachers have had to dip into their own pockets to buy school supplies. An estimated 1 in 6 have second jobs during the school year to make ends meet.

The average Wall Street employee got a record $244,700 bonus last year.

Something has gone terribly wrong.

18.08.2025 18:31 β€” πŸ‘ 14519    πŸ” 4604    πŸ’¬ 583    πŸ“Œ 224
Annual Conference
OPCLeadLearn: Building Connections
November 13–24, 2025
Toronto Hilton Airport and online

Lead. Learn. Connect.
Sponsorship opportunities available!

Annual Conference OPCLeadLearn: Building Connections November 13–24, 2025 Toronto Hilton Airport and online Lead. Learn. Connect. Sponsorship opportunities available!

Join us for the #OPCLeadLearn Conference on Nov 13-14. This event is designed to inspire school leaders, featuring impactful keynotes, engaging workshops and meaningful collaboration opportunities. Don't miss this opportunity – register now! bit.ly/OPCLeadLearn

25.07.2025 13:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Dr. Sarah Lupo shares how to support adolescent readers across subjects with practical, research-informed strategies. We discuss 5 major challenges that make texts tough for students & tools for scaffolding instruction.

reading-roadtrip.castos.com/episodes/s4-...

14.07.2025 15:37 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Cover of four resources to help teach math

Cover of four resources to help teach math

Boost student engagement with these effective math resources designed to spark student curiosity, build math confidence, and help learners see math as a powerful tool for solving real-world problems. Browse and shop all the books: http://spr.ly/633204m96r

#mathematicalreasoning #teachmath

06.07.2025 22:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Eyes on Reading: What’s Next in the Science of Reading? with Mark Seidenberg and Maryellen MacDonald
YouTube video by Planet Word Eyes on Reading: What’s Next in the Science of Reading? with Mark Seidenberg and Maryellen MacDonald

We hosted @maryellenmacdonald.bsky.social and Mark Seidenberg at @planetworddc.bsky.social to discuss "What's next in the science of reading?" We recorded it and now you can watch it!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfeF...

10.04.2025 18:48 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Canada is ranked 1 in education, 3 in safety, 4 in justice, 4 in overall best country.

We are not a broken country. We have not suffered a lost decade.

Our existence is in the balance.

Vote.

21.04.2025 15:52 β€” πŸ‘ 10876    πŸ” 1760    πŸ’¬ 278    πŸ“Œ 106

Thank you, Premier Eby, for visiting our table yesterday and celebrating BC Books. We hope you enjoy "Heenan Blaikie" and "Protecting Indigenous Knowledge and Heritage"!

#BCBooks πŸ“š

16.04.2025 17:49 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Critical thinking is more important than ever. How can I improve my skills? We’re told we need to think critically, to not fall for misinformation. Thankfully, it’s a skill we can practise and become better at.

Critical thinking is more important than ever. How can I improve my skills?: theconversation.com/critical-thi...
#CriticalThinking #Reason #Reasoning #Logic #Debate #Rhetoric #Communication #Argument #Argumentation #Conclusion #Misinformation #Disinformation #Thinking #Rationale #AcademicSky #EduSky

14.04.2025 00:49 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Teaching Students About Corporate Influences in a Curriculum By uncovering any hidden interests in a curriculum, teachers can open important discussions about media literacy with students.

Media literacy is important for students *and* teachers. These strategies can help you spot corporate influences in your curriculum. πŸ”

#MediaLiteracy #EduSky

23.03.2025 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The CanadianED Leadership Show Dean Shareski interviews leaders from coast to coast to coast discussing innovation, change and the role leaders play in providing Canadian students with a world class education

I’m very proud of my latest podcast adventure. The guest list and conversations have been outstanding. Look at these episodes and consider subscribing. (Psst, just because it’s Canadian, doesn’t mean others can’t learn from them )

lnkfi.re/2CQ5TL

20.03.2025 11:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Today we are learning about the origins of Champagne and how cartography works. Very good.

13.03.2025 21:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

For such a β€œclassy guy” he knows very little about Champagne

13.03.2025 15:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Learn how our projects create a positive change To improve mental health in Canada, our program has been supporting more than 1 500 organizations that are committed to helping communities.

Today is Bell Let's Talk Day! Join me in supporting youth mental health organizations. Text YOUTH to 45678 to donate $5 and Bell will match it!

To learn more, visit bell.ca/letstalk

22.01.2025 15:04 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A vibrant graphic with a blue sky and white clouds as the background, featuring the bold text "WELCOME TO #EduSky" in large, white letters with a dark blue outline. Below are bullet points providing steps for participation:

Have a profile picture.
Create a bio that indicates you’re an educator.
Make a post with the #EduSky hashtag.
Join the tinyurl.com/edusky spreadsheet by filling out the linked form.
List randomizes daily!
Comment or Repost an #EduSky member!

A vibrant graphic with a blue sky and white clouds as the background, featuring the bold text "WELCOME TO #EduSky" in large, white letters with a dark blue outline. Below are bullet points providing steps for participation: Have a profile picture. Create a bio that indicates you’re an educator. Make a post with the #EduSky hashtag. Join the tinyurl.com/edusky spreadsheet by filling out the linked form. List randomizes daily! Comment or Repost an #EduSky member!

Welcome to #EduSky 🍎 a communuty for educators!

Check out the list: tinyurl.com/EduSky
Join the list: tinyurl.com/EduSkyForm
Pin the feed: tinyurl.com/EduSkyFeed

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20.11.2024 13:32 β€” πŸ‘ 836    πŸ” 165    πŸ’¬ 33    πŸ“Œ 22
AERA Executive Director Search

AERA Executive Director Search

The AERA Executive Director Search Committee is accepting applications and nominationsΒ for the next Executive Director of AERA. Read the description here: www.aera.net/About-AERA/E...

20.11.2024 19:06 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

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