Cohort 21 | Emilia Martin | Friends Activity https://cohort21.com/members/emartin/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Emilia Martin's friends. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:13:21 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-CA 30 hourly 2 d6b87d063eac01cc176bb5c79de6eaf8 Michael Black wrote a new post on the site Michael Black https://cohort21.com/michaelblack/?p=111 Fri, 01 May 2026 15:52:05 -0400 Final bLog post for Season 14How Might We Help Students See Growth as the True Measure of Success? When I first encountered the question “How might we help students see […]

]]> 538204a312dff1fe088c1e83d4f03f3a Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/caradigiovanni/2025/11/29/from-overwhelmed-to-innovative/#comment-3 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:05:06 -0400 @cdigiovanni, I really connected with so much of this post! I really like this statement from the bigger picture section: The real innovation isn’t in the marking system itself. It’s in what I’ll build with the time I reclaim.

Reclaiming the time for differentiation definitely sounds like what matter most. I look forward to chatting with you m…Read more

In reply to - Cara DiGiovanni wrote a new post on the site Cara DiGiovanni From Overwhelmed to Innovative From Overwhelmed to Innovative: Redesigning My Marking System By a Grade 4 Math Teacher | Cohort 21 Design Thinking […] ]]> 01c47d745ab5fb4712f78eaed4cfae7b Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/nancyhanna/2025/11/29/how-might-we-student-voice-in-differentiation/#comment-2 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:04:57 -0400 @nhanna, great post! I really like your “Desired state: Students make informed choices about their learning pathways while still receiving differentiated support matched to their needs and ability levels.” The blend of student voice and teacher support is the true secret sauce for this path. I look forward to chatting to you more about how this…Read more

In reply to - Nancy Hanna wrote a new post on the site Nancy Hanna How Might We….Student Voice in Differentiation Design Thinking Action Plan: Student Voice in Differentiation HMW Question: How might we use differentiation and […] ]]> 55d432d2aeba87a8959bc8ba78571ec0 Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/michaelaprendergast/2025/11/29/redesigning-a-grade-7-french-budget-unit-through-community-action/#comment-3 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:04:45 -0400 Michaela,

I agree with Robin that the community action aspect of this project is very powerful. I really like the possible connections to Math classes and the ability to build stronger community connections with local food banks. Does your school have any current relationships to build on? Looking forward to chat with your more about this part tomorrow!

In reply to - mprendergast wrote a new post on the site Michaela Prendergast Redesigning a Grade 7 French Budget Unit Through Community ActionThe Challenge I started with a critical observation: your Grade 7 French students […] ]]> 3ddcb5b0c8c9c817d5f5dbc7a1543884 Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/tinadigiovanni/2025/11/29/student-centered-mastery-menus-in-math/#comment-3 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:03:54 -0400 @tdigiovanni, what an exciting post and action plan! I’m a big fan of choice boards and learning menus. Great way to infuse agency in the classroom and still ensure students on track with learning. Let’s chat more today!

In reply to - Tina Di Giovanni wrote a new post on the site Tina Di Giovanni Student-Centered Mastery Menus in MathDesign Thinking Action Plan: Student-Centered Mastery Menus in Math HMW Question: How might I encourage […] ]]> 88b2b742f5165f5fbc39104241119ca5 Justin Medved posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/emilyhenderson/2026/04/26/representation-belonging-and-the-art-of-advocacy/#comment-6 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:02:30 -0400 @ehenderson

Emily, this is such a powerful reflection. What stands out most is the way you have moved representation from a curriculum question into a question of student safety, identity, and belonging. Your post makes visible what is often invisible in teaching, that the texts we choose are not just vehicles for analysis, but signals to…Read more

In reply to - Emily Henderson wrote a new post on the site Emily Henderson Representation, Belonging, and the Art of Advocacy The Question That Started It All When I first walked into a Cohort 21 session and was asked to […] ]]> d534872200ee50fc1150bc428761f48f Michael Black wrote a new post on the site Michael Black https://cohort21.com/michaelblack/?p=108 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 19:20:49 -0500 How Might We…From Grades to Growth: Redefining Success in the Classroom A Design Thinking Journey Today, I tackled a question that’s been sitting with […]

]]> 961a799f84c6b4f5366a102dc6ec51ee Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3067 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:57:10 -0400 Kicking Off Season 14 with Energy, Insight & Purpose
Kicking Off Season 14 with Energy, Insight & Purpose

Dear Season 14 Participants, Coaches, and Facilitators, Thank you for making our first face-to-face session such a memorable one. Not […]

]]> a0be9ab7614c8c8b8a8e2b193b7ceb72 Justin Medved posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/cameroneby/2019/01/11/living-the-dream/#comment-9 Sat, 04 Oct 2025 17:37:17 -0400 @ceby – I want to introduce you to @awalker (TMS) who has just joined C21 – Season 8. I told him about your Action Plan and the work you have been doing with HR monitors. He would love to know and learn more.

In reply to - Cameron Eby wrote a new post on the site Cameron Eby Hello Cohort 21 Team (first time blogger here), As many Cohorters have been navigating their inspiration and direction through the protocols, I came into this […] ]]> e5d3a41cda24deaf423e72d9267180be Justin Medved created the site Teagan O'Halloran https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14033/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 23:14:48 -0400 0 d69fcb4f240d15d539733504793ad4fd Justin Medved created the site Jenny Laqua https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14030/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:26:36 -0400 0 3372d88b204262ee1321043f03f37d50 Justin Medved created the site Nancy Hanna https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14023/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:21:20 -0400 0 b3fd2a294af611e5f30eecf45392bb0f Justin Medved created the site Nya Richards https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14022/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:18:54 -0400 0 c7e79530678249e7addaa81fc0d4655c Justin Medved created the site Marc-André Plouffe https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14021/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:17:22 -0400 0 b16bf9228367e5c0d1c8d3092374cb1a Justin Medved created the site Michaela Prendergast https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14020/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:14:44 -0400 0 5111eddacf9c779269d7386d41fd0efb Justin Medved created the site Cara DiGiovanni https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14019/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:13:21 -0400 0 913c3abf80b148d21da33589c8890cd1 Justin Medved created the site Victor Arhin https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14018/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:10:13 -0400 0 e5da196805bf541564665dc9b882b30c Justin Medved created the site Chris Kolar https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14017/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:08:45 -0400 0 6923f191155de34ec863c502d27dd2c1 Justin Medved created the site Cindy Yu https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14016/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:06:41 -0400 0 61d42f818970ee67b1bca367f01cd724 Justin Medved created the site Susan Matthews https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14015/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:04:15 -0400 0 7753ca0dde33a567124ddacaafbffba5 Justin Medved created the site Joseph Redican https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14014/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:01:25 -0400 0 df3ac3d72bb183d02623e48bb3ba7446 Justin Medved created the site Lindsay Shotbolt https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14013/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:55:21 -0400 0 7ad83a2292229cd7dbce67e7483b32cb Justin Medved created the site Colin Darling https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14012/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:53:45 -0400 0 9b08010724aff2870428d37ed1702fd3 Justin Medved created the site Tina Di Giovanni https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14011/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:51:42 -0400 0 b037eafbfe1855914dcc8730ce073a17 Justin Medved created the site Emma Chenier https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14010/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:49:04 -0400 0 5d41977371e505e2b8f4afb948e0bfae Justin Medved created the site Emily Burkart https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14009/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:46:36 -0400 0 1176c0e224b3a1ae67411e500391a563 Justin Medved created the site Tonika Dunn https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14008/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:43:04 -0400 0 c019323bb54cb9239734af99e39673a7 Justin Medved created the site Katrina Smith https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14007/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:38:42 -0400 0 3aa66aacee89808bcb9dc3d2dac2820b Justin Medved created the site Emily Henderson https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14006/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:26:57 -0400 0 8de5f9ab605f9e408baea46ce37cc5e7 Justin Medved created the site Irina Klimenko https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14005/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:23:47 -0400 0 ea0c18cb7dfbd1a4951a4b2fbce8dcef Justin Medved created the site Test User 25 https://cohort21.com/activity-streams/p/14004/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:04:05 -0400 0 91fee85fcddb881e7217df3fc78866d8 Justin Medved posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/garthnichols/leadership/book-review-leadership-presence-halpern-lubar/#comment-7501 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:16:08 -0400 @gnichols

Thank you, Garth, for this thoughtful post and for surfacing the deep connection between presence and leadership. It resonates with me that leadership presence begins with centering the self—quieting the inner critic, being flexible, and showing up authentically in the moment.

But what happens after that centering? Once we are t…Read more

In reply to - Garth Nichols wrote a new post on the site Garth Nichols Book Review: "Leadership Presence" Halpern & Lubar I want to thank the retired Head of School, Derek Logan, for recommending this book to me. This book is […] ]]> 50aac6c9fc6935aa96da7f33e4e00fab Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3063 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:07:06 -0400 The Curious Advantage – How the curious will inherit the future
The Curious Advantage - How the curious will inherit the future

The last three years have seen unprecedented change in technology, especially with the arrival of AI. But when I step […]

]]> ac95f47ae3a26b55220664c50d2abddd Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3057 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:01:59 -0400 On the Evolving Perception of AI-Assisted Writing
On the Evolving Perception of AI-Assisted Writing

Lately, I’ve been paying close attention to something subtle but important, how people are reacting to writing that feels, for […]

]]> 615025f330befb30d6beb659fc5affa3 Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3051 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:45:53 -0400 Clarity, Growth, and Two Distinct Pathways Under the Cohort 21 flag
Clarity, Growth, and Two Distinct Pathways Under the Cohort 21 flag

As we wrap up another powerful year of learning, reflection, and action, we’re excited to offer some clarity around the […]

]]> d7803de992aeb94b9ecd60204410b83c Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3044 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 21:03:34 -0400 The Problem with Calling It “Screen Time”
The Problem with Calling It “Screen Time”

The term screen time has long dominated conversations about technology and youth. It appears in parenting blogs, school policies, and […]

]]> 3360d788620a3b7fc5491342292ed95d Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/lindsaypembridge/2025/04/22/15/#comment-27 Wed, 14 May 2025 02:36:19 -0400 @lpembridge

This is such a well-articulated account of your DEIJ journey! I’m particularly impressed with your strategic approach – starting small, seeking expertise, and prioritizing curriculum integration.

It’s clear you’re fostering a sustainable movement, not just a moment. Your reflections on balancing this work with your other r…Read more

In reply to - Lindsay Pembridge wrote a new post on the site Lindsay Pembridge Making Time and Space for Authentic DEIJ Practices: A Journey of Growth and Learning Introduction My Cohort 21 journey centered around the […] ]]> 2e735c4b2dc9a232e6825ff70afc6426 Michael Black wrote a new post on the site Michael Black https://cohort21.com/michaelblack/?p=106 Fri, 02 May 2025 03:08:39 -0400 Where I'm at on our final day.So where am I at? I tend to write my blog posts the night before the next session. I think it helps me get excited about the upcoming day and […]

]]> c480c677231cfc484f82cb6cc9cd8f04 Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/jenniferchan/2025/04/30/taking-action-to-think-and-create-in-jk/#comment-24 Fri, 02 May 2025 02:29:51 -0400 Jennifer,

Thank you for sharing this post! I’d love to chat to you tomorrow about Project Zero and Ritchhart’s work. I think you’ve nailed it about how important time is when helping to foster critical thinking. Thanks again for sharing your journey!

In reply to - Jennifer Chan wrote a new post on the site Jennifer Chan Taking Action to think and create in JKReflecting on my Cohort 21 Learning Journey! Introduction **How Might We Question:** “How might we anchor […] ]]> 7f30edeaf1e1afdc5360740645d61204 Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/jackiebirch/2025/04/22/sharing-my-learning/#comment-37 Thu, 01 May 2025 02:26:15 -0400 Fantastic presentation Jackie! I really enjoyed reading your reflection. I think your takeaway that your action plan doesn’t really have an end, but will continue to evolve as you move forward really sums up my feelings about Cohort 21. I look forward to connecting with you on Friday!

In reply to - Jackie Birch wrote a new post on the site Jackie Birch Sharing My LearningClick here to visit my Slide Deck ]]> 511fd65caf769a09e616e8d6679cfc29 Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/nelsonmugisha/2025/04/28/human-ai-blended-feedback-system/#comment-72 Thu, 01 May 2025 02:20:38 -0400 Nelson,

Thank you for your post! It is so nice to hear you reflect on this journey. I also really enjoyed reading “Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI” by Ethan Mollick. I look forward to connecting with you on Friday!

In reply to - Nelson Mugisha wrote a new post on the site Nelson Mugisha Human-AI Blended Feedback systemCreating a Human-AI Blended Feedback Ecosystem for Deeper Learning Introduction My Cohort 21 journey centered around the […] ]]> 09e749b8c8e1847fb278690808221e40 Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3035 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:11:05 -0400 Collaborative Context Docking (CCT): Handing Off Thinking at the Speed of Trust
Collaborative Context Docking (CCT): Handing Off Thinking at the Speed of Trust

Here is an idea in its very VERY nacent form……. In The Matrix, when Neo plugs into the mainframe and […]

]]> 6ed2ed40173e1962863894f42d0db75c Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3028 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:37:24 -0500 The Shocking Truth About Independant School Costs: Why They’re Actually a Bargain
The Shocking Truth About Independant School Costs: Why They’re Actually a Bargain

If you’ve clicked on this blog post, chances are you’re either a parent trying to make sense of independent school […]

]]> c0675d25add7e7b2c4619c661cffa2b3 Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3024 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 23:25:35 -0500 AI Augmented Andragogy – The Future of Teacher Professional Learning
AI Augmented Andragogy – The Future of Teacher Professional Learning

In recent years, the rapid evolution of technology has transformed every aspect of our lives, from communication to healthcare to […]

]]> 984fd44b9001dca6d4bd124eaba2034f Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3017 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:01:39 -0500 Pedagogical Quid Pro Quo in the age of AI – Part 1
Pedagogical Quid Pro Quo in the age of AI - Part 1

Change in education is often framed as a trade-off—losing something in exchange for something else, often with an air of […]

]]> 316938bee483797a1eef64bf5e0cb404 Justin Medved wrote a new post on the site Cohort 21 https://cohort21.com/?p=3011 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:11:13 -0500 AI vs Visible Learning – Supercharging Hattie’s High-Impact Strategies & Research
AI vs Visible Learning - Supercharging Hattie’s High-Impact Strategies & Research

Over the past decade, John Hattie’s Visible Learning research has become a cornerstone in evidence-based education. By synthesizing over 1,400 […]

]]> eb50e23cf831869d9b6caf2399609c05 Justin Medved posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/tanjaness/2025/01/31/hmw-help-7th-and-8th-grade-students-understand-how-their-brain-function-anxiety-and-screen-time-are-interconnected-so-they-can-develop-healthier-digital-habits/#comment-50 Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:26:38 -0500 @tness

Hi Tanja,

Your How Might We question tackles a timely and critical issue—helping Grade 7 & 8 students understand the links between brain function, anxiety, and screen time so they can develop healthier digital habits. This is a high-impact initiative because it equips students with self-awareness and agency over their own w…Read more

In reply to - Tanja Ness wrote a new post on the site Tanja Ness Face-to-face #2 Tanja NessHMW help 7th and 8th grade students understand how their brain function, anxiety and screen time are interconnected so they can develop […] ]]> cec18c04458734ec9c9c2d4a75b17db4 Justin Medved posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/laurenmatera/2025/01/31/hmw-question/#comment-9 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:04:20 -0500 Hi Lauren,

Your How Might We question is both deeply student-centered and pedagogically rich—storytelling as a bridge between belonging, lived experiences, and learning is a powerful way to bring meaning into the classroom. Your reflections on the disconnect between students, the impact of digital culture, and the pressures of curriculum c…Read more

In reply to - Lauren Matera wrote a new post on the site Lauren Matera HMW QuestionInquiry Question: How might we transform the classroom into a storytelling community where narratives become bridges between learning, lived […] ]]> e53f3cc4ec7016cccc038546580e148b Michael Black posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/jenniferchan/2025/01/27/how-might-we-empower-jk-students-to-engage-in-deeper-thinking/#comment-18 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:57:08 -0500 Jennifer,

Thanks for posting! I’m not familiar with the resource Maker-Centered Learning: Empowering Young People to Shape their Worlds (Clapp, Ross, Ryan, & Tishman, 2016). I’d like to discuss this more with you the next time I see you. All the best with the rest of your Cohort journey this year.

Take care,

Michael

In reply to - Jennifer Chan wrote a new post on the site Jennifer Chan How might we empower JK students to engage in deeper thinking1) Your HOW MIGHT WE QUESTION…. How might we empower JK students to engage in deeper thinking […] ]]> a7f37d26cd5ed873aecb1b09bc6ef8f5 Justin Medved posted a new activity comment https://cohort21.com/samanthafleming/2025/01/30/how-might-we/#comment-9 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 03:50:30 -0500 1️⃣ Designing Sustainable Inclusion Work: Avoiding Burnout While Building Impact

You mentioned feeling like an island when it comes to the emotional labor of leading this work, particularly in affinity spaces and Black History Month planning. Here are some strategies for redistributing responsibility so that the work is more collaborative and…Read more

In reply to - Sam Fleming wrote a new post on the site Samantha Fleming How might we …How might we create sustainable systems that empower students and staff to actively build and maintain an inclusive school culture?  My […] ]]>