Re-thinking learning for the 21st Century
Written by Allison Macrae
Our new world. Post pandemic – dare I say? I heard that no pandemic has ever had more than 4 waves, I really hope that holds true. That being said, I am truly grateful for each and every day that we are in person AND that my kids are in person, they needed to … Continue reading “Our New World”
Written by Allison Macrae
How might we provide a personalized experience so students are aware and in control of their growth and development in Math What makes a student great at learning? Each student is on their own journey and there are ups and downs, highs and lows. Some students find their way easily in one subject … Continue reading “Engagement: the powerful ingredient to guide learning”
Written by Allison Macrae
Before I begin, I need to admit that this post is inspired from the experiences I have had so far when wearing my “parenting” hat. As a passionate educator, truly devoted to the ideas that 21st century learners are different and need a different experience, it can be tough to witness from the other side … Continue reading “Is my grading supportive of learning?”
Written by Allison Macrae
As my third year in Cohort 21 and my second year as a coach, I am excitedand honoured to be a part of this group. My experience with this PD has provided me with the opportunity to be supported and celebrated while being pushed and challenged to try new things. The opportunity to improve and authentically … Continue reading “Season 7: Cohort 21”
Written by Allison Macrae
February 27th, 2018 marked a very special day in my career. I was proud to be a woman, proud to work at Upper Canada College and proud to be a part of the Cohort 21 family. Each and every aspect of these three identities that I carried with me on that day contributed to the … Continue reading “If you build it, they will come. Reflections from the first CIS Ontario Women’s Networking Event”
Written by Allison Macrae
I am REALLY excited to write this blog post as I have something exciting to share. My “how might we” from this year, stems from a movement by Deirdre Timusk at UCC in the fall to create a support/leadership group at the school for women. We read Sheryl Sandberg’s book Lean In and had … Continue reading “CISOntario #LeanIn”
Written by Allison Macrae
Thank you to @jmedved for sending the tedtalk by Celeste Headlee to our Cohort 21 family. I watched it this morning and it was very well timed as I listened to the Ted Radio Hour episode called Quiet on my way to work this morning. This stems from one of my action plan ideas where I am studying … Continue reading ““Keep your mouth shut and your mind open””
Written by Allison Macrae
I am embarrassed to say this, but I think I forgot about introverts…. I am so sorry! @gnichols opened my eyes to this last year when he told me “he was actually an introvert raised to be an extrovert” and a big alarm bell went off in my head. Am I doing that to my daughter? … Continue reading “The Quiet Revolution”
Written by Allison Macrae
SHOW YOUR WORK! A statement that has been irritating kids in math class, since the beginning of time. I understand why it feels frustrating for students, they don’t understand the value in “showing their work.” A lot of learning happens at Upper Canada College (obviously, right?). Except, this year, it is ALSO the grade 8 teachers … Continue reading “Thinking is so important. Is your thinking visible?”
Written by Allison Macrae
My journey this year started with a passion for change in the physical environment that our students were learning within. An image of classrooms over time and how they have (not) changed seemed to spark something inside of me. Classrooms have traditionally been designed in a way that encourages individual success and relies on one individual (teacher) … Continue reading ““Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning.” – Winston Churchill”
