Engaged Learning

Using Digital Technology in School-Based Child Care? Yes, But With A Thoughtful and Educational Approach At the Centre de services scolaire des Draveurs in the Outaouais region, a series of professional learning sessions for child care educators helps integrate digital tools in thoughtful, simple, and engaging ways. Covering topics such as digital citizenship, technological skills, and hands-on activities, the goal is to transform everyday practices to better support children’s development.

Using Digital Technology in School-Based Child Care? Yes, But With A Thoughtful and Educational Approach

Teacher Education: A National Survey Sheds Light on the Challenges and Aspirations of Future Educators Despite a strong motivation to teach, nearly half of teacher education students in Quebec have considered leaving their program. A recent CRIFPE survey of almost 3,000 participants reveals deep commitment to the profession but also highlights the vulnerability of many students’ paths, shaped by personal, academic, and financial challenges. The findings call for renewed attention to the conditions of teacher education and stronger measures to support the next generation of teachers.

Teacher Education: A National Survey Sheds Light on the Challenges and Aspirations of Future Educators

“Murdoch in the Classroom” Turns Canadian TV Hit into Cross-Curricular Learning Experience for Grades 5–9 A beloved Canadian detective drama is stepping off the screen and into the classroom, thanks to a unique new learning initiative called Murdoch in the Classroom. This free, curriculum-aligned resource is currently in pilot testing and is expected to launch nationwide in early 2026 — in both English and French.

“Murdoch in the Classroom” Turns Canadian TV Hit into Cross-Curricular Learning Experience for Grades 5–9

Québec’s school cellphone ban won’t solve the challenges of family tech use Technology will always evolve faster than policy. And while bans may offer short-term relief, they’re no substitute for open dialogue, digital literacy and patient understanding at home. The point of view of Alex Baudet, Assistant professor in Marketing at Université Laval et Marie-Agnes Parmentier, Professor of Marketing at HEC Montréal.

Québec’s school cellphone ban won’t solve the challenges of family tech use

When Digital Tools Support Inclusion: A True Crime Podcast in the Language Classroom In a Grade 11 French class (Secondary V—the final year of high school in Québec), the creation of a True Crime podcast became much more than a simple media project. Digital technology made it possible to strengthen both writing and oral communication skills, while also supporting inclusion and differentiated instruction. Teacher Claudine Grenier provided timely feedback, monitored progress, and adapted instructional support. The outcome: engaged, motivated students who took pride in their learning.

When Digital Tools Support Inclusion: A True Crime Podcast in the Language Classroom

New Report: Artificial Intelligence Tops List of State EdTech Priorities for the First Time A new survey from SETDA, representing U.S. state educational technology leaders, shows that artificial intelligence has become the top edtech priority for K–12 schools for the first time, surpassing cybersecurity. Education leaders across 47 states report working on AI guidance, professional development, and policy frameworks to ensure responsible use while maintaining focus on equity and student protection. The survey also highlights ongoing challenges such as classroom device use, the need for continued infrastructure investment in cybersecurity, and greater teacher training in safe AI adoption.

New Report: Artificial Intelligence Tops List of State EdTech Priorities for the First Time

In the Hot Seat: Climate Education in Canadian Classrooms Canadian educators are on the front lines of climate change education, yet many feel unprepared and unsupported in meeting rising expectations. As calls grow for stronger integration of sustainability in schools, new data reveals where progress is being made and where gaps remain. Explore key findings from the latest national survey to understand how Canadians are moving from awareness to action.

In the Hot Seat: Climate Education in Canadian Classrooms

Social media is teaching children how to use AI. How can teachers keep up? Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming education, from student assignments to teacher feedback and planning. Yet most learning about AI happens informally, leaving gaps in ethics, equity and critical reflection. A pilot module at Mount Saint Vincent University showed that structured teacher education can shift candidates from casual use to informed, critical engagement with AI. Clear policies, embedded AI literacy, and supportive learning communities are essential to help educators move from passive adopters to active shapers of AI in classrooms.

Social media is teaching children how to use AI. How can teachers keep up?

Climate Monitoring: Culture Camps Empower Indigenous Youth Bridging science, culture, and land stewardship: this is the mission of the Climate Monitoring Program led by the University of Saskatchewan in partnership with the Prince Albert Grand Council. This unique initiative offers Indigenous youth the opportunity to take part in immersive culture camps focused on environmental monitoring and hands-on learning.

Climate Monitoring: Culture Camps Empower Indigenous Youth

National Mathematics Day — Celebrating the Joy of Numbers On December 22, India celebrates National Mathematics Day, honouring the legendary mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan and inspiring students to see math as fun and creative. At Azim Premji School, Dhamtari, a "maths corner" with puzzles, games, and hands-on challenges turned hesitation into excitement. From exploring planets’ gravity to finding symmetry in rangoli, students discovered math in everyday life. Such celebrations spark curiosity, build confidence, and remind us that mathematics is about patterns, problem-solving, and creativity—not just formulas.

National Mathematics Day — Celebrating the Joy of Numbers

LEARN Pedagogical Services Team: Updates and Upcoming Events for 2025–2026 As the 2025–2026 school year gets underway, the LEARN Pedagogical Services Team is excited to share updates and opportunities designed to support educators across Quebec’s Anglophone communit.

LEARN Pedagogical Services Team: Updates and Upcoming Events for 2025–2026

Call for Papers : Giving Students a Voice How does your school create space for students to be heard and to take an active role in school life? Pick up your pen (or your keyboard!) and contribute as an author to the spring 2026 issue of Engaged Learning magazine.

Call for Papers : Giving Students a Voice

Teachers are key to students’ AI literacy, and need support The Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) has called on the federal government and the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada to work with provinces and territories to enact enforceable policies that protect student privacy and data security, regulate how AI is used in classrooms and promote responsible and ethical use of AI systems. A holistic approach to prepare teachers for different issues at stake with AI-enhanced classrooms is needed, and Professional Development is part of it.

Teachers are key to students’ AI literacy, and need support

‘Fixing’ neurodivergent kids misses the point — it’s the schools that need to change

CSSBE: How Staff Recognition Shapes a People-Centred Organization Following extensive public consultations and internal surveys of its 3,215 staff members, the Centre de services scolaires de la Beauce-Etchemin (CSSBE) placed special emphasis on staff recognition when developing its Commitment-to-Success Plan (PEVR). During a discussion forum, a manager proposed framing the PEVR around the concept of “the human factor”. Building on this idea, a structured plan was created to highlight and recognize staff members’ key role in fostering student success. This article explores the outcomes.

CSSBE: How Staff Recognition Shapes a People-Centred Organization

New Funding from The Rideau Hall Foundation Expands Access to Indigenous-Led Teacher Education Across Canada Press Release - The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is honoured to announce 12 new Indigenous-led partnerships focused on recruitment and retention of Indigenous teachers. Spanning from Labrador to Yukon, the projects reflect diverse, locally grounded approaches to education—from land-based degree programs and new language revitalization tools to digital mentorship platforms and in-community teacher education.

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Pascal Siakam-backed accelerator celebrates Canadian K-12 EdTech startups Six early-stage Edtech startups pitched digital citizenship, real-time formative assessment and early literacy solutions at the capstone Demo Day of the inaugural Siakam EdTech Engine Accelerator. The program—co-founded by Toronto Metropolitan University’s DMZ and NBA champion Pascal Siakam’s PS43 Foundation—awarded grants to its top three ventures.

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(ON) McCrimmon Middle School Wins National STEM + AI Innovation Challenge for Sustainable Smart City Project McCrimmon Middle School, part of the Peel District School Board in Ontario, has earned first place in MindShare Learning’s 17th annual Schools of the Future Challenge. The school’s standout submission, “Culturally Responsive & Relevant Sustainable Future Cities,” won over national judges with its forward-thinking approach to sustainable urban design rooted in inclusivity and cultural relevance.

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(U.S.) Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic Launch $23M National Academy for AI Instruction for Teachers A new U.S. initiative backed by Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic will train 400,000 teachers in the ethical and creative use of AI—making it the largest educator-led effort of its kind. With $23 million in funding and strong union involvement, the National Academy for AI Instruction wants to put teachers at the centre of AI integration.

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Newfoundland and Labrador Strengthens Its School System Newfoundland and Labrador is preparing to transform its public education system, thanks to a new $20 million investment announced in the 2025 budget — a sum that will exceed $44 million by the following year. The provincial government aims to address needs long expressed by school communities, including the addition of 400 educational resources to the school system.

Newfoundland and Labrador Strengthens Its School System

Beyond Tests: How Triangulation Elevates Competency-Based Assessment In competency-based education, assessing what students know and can do requires more than tests and assignments. This article explores the power of triangulation — gathering evidence through observations, conversations, and products — to build fairer, richer, and more meaningful evaluations that reflect the complexity of real learning.

Beyond Tests: How Triangulation Elevates Competency-Based Assessment

Canadian Education Ministers Focus on Safety, Technology, and Future Skills at 113th CMEC Meeting Provincial and territorial ministers of education gathered in Toronto this week to tackle shared priorities — from student safety and technology use in schools to preparing learners for future careers. Their discussions signal potential shifts in policies that directly shape classrooms across Canada.

Canadian Education Ministers Focus on Safety, Technology, and Future Skills at 113th CMEC Meeting

Newfoundland and Labrador Announces 2025 Teaching Awards, Recognizing Innovation and Compassion NL's Premier Andrew Hogan and Minister of Education Bernard Davis have presented the 2025 Premier’s Award for Innovation in Teaching and the Minister’s Award for Compassion in Teaching, honouring nine educators for their exemplary contributions to K–12 education in the province.

Newfoundland and Labrador Announces 2025 Teaching Awards, Recognizing Innovation and Compassion

Ontario’s Digital Privacy Charter: A Blueprint for Safer Classrooms In October 2024, Ontario’s privacy commissioner introduced the Digital Privacy Charter for schools—12 commitments that guide boards in protecting student data and promoting digital citizenship. Backed by curriculum goals and new legal duties, the charter fosters trust and transparency.

Ontario’s Digital Privacy Charter: A Blueprint for Safer Classrooms

Recognizing and Addressing Educator Stress and Burnout Significant stress would affect over 90% of Canadian educators, according to recent findings. The EdCan Network explores the systemic causes and outlines what school leaders can do to support staff well-being and student success.

Recognizing and Addressing Educator Stress and Burnout

Bringing Classrooms Together Through Language: Celebrating International English Language Day Across the province of Quebec, English as a second language classrooms came alive with excitement as students and educators gathered virtually to celebrate International English Language Day. Here’s a summary of the activity they shared together.

Bringing Classrooms Together Through Language: Celebrating International English Language Day

Posters Illustrating the 12 Dimensions of the Digital Competency Framework Since the publication of the Digital Competency Framework (2019), several initiatives have emerged to support its implementation in schools. In Montréal, a collaborative project led by educational advisors has recently brought the framework’s 12 dimensions to life in a concrete and visual way.

Posters Illustrating the 12 Dimensions of the Digital Competency Framework

A Foundational Model for Creating an AI Ethics Code in Schools Engaged Learning offers a foundational model for developing an ethics code to guide the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools. Tailored for both students and staff, this model promotes responsible, safe, and educational use of AI, while fostering critical thinking skills. It's a practical tool for school administrators and technology committees, adaptable to specific contexts through collaboration with students, staff, and parents.

A Foundational Model for Creating an AI Ethics Code in Schools

School Leadership: Fostering Collective Efficacy with the Right Tools According to Professor Michael Fullan, pedagogical coherence, continuous professional development, and a strong culture of collaboration are essential to building effective and innovative teaching teams capable of meeting today’s educational challenges. Throughout its pages, Engaged Learning professional magazine offers school administrators practical levers and insights to help them achieve these goals.

School Leadership: Fostering Collective Efficacy with the Right Tools

Celebrating Canada’s Sustainability Champions: The Susan Langley Earth Steward Teaching Award Know a teacher sparking change for a greener future? The Susan Langley Earth Steward Teaching Award celebrates educators who bring sustainability to life in Canadian classrooms. With a $1,000 prize and national recognition, it’s time to spotlight those leading the way. Nominations close June 6—read on to learn more.

Celebrating Canada’s Sustainability Champions: The Susan Langley Earth Steward Teaching Award