Game-based Learning in the classroom to develop productive struggle Using Game-Based Teaching/Learning strategies will benefit both the teacher and the learner/student. Games gives us the freedom to open up and let ourselves go, no matter how old we… Games gives our children the freedom of movement and the room/space we need open their minds toContinue reading “Benefits of Game-Based Learning”
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Mathematics
The study of Mathematics should enable students at the primary level to: acquire the necessary mathematical skills and learn concepts that will be used in real life situations and related disciplines; develop the necessary processes for the acquisition and application of mathematical concepts and skills; recognize and integrate mathematical ideas with other disciplines; develop positiveContinue reading “Mathematics”
Language Arts
The study of Language Arts opens up worlds of communication, literature and culture to students. It enables them to explore their own feelings, communicate with others and to use their imagination. It is key to the learning of all other subjects, as well as coping effectively with life itself. The study of Language and LiteratureContinue reading “Language Arts”
PEP Performance Tasks
The Performance Tasks will be administered in grades 4, 5 and 6 and will require students to use a variety of skills to complete a task. It will be administered and marked at selected times during the school year by class teachers. Students will be required to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and strategies by creatingContinue reading “PEP Performance Tasks”
The 4 C’s of Education
The 21st Century Skills our Children NEED for Success. How can each stakeholder assist students develop the 4Cs? Communication Collaboration Critical Thinking Creativity Our students’ future will most likely look quite different from our past. If we want them to be successful after graduation it is critical that we help them develop the skills theyContinue reading “The 4 C’s of Education”
Primary Exit Profile (PEP)
What is the Primary Exit Profile? The Primary Exit Profile (PEP) is a series of assessments that has replaced the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT). The assessment instruments are designed to ascertain student’s performance through demonstration of 21st Century Skills aligned to the National Standards Curriculum (NSC) PEP will assess students’ knowledge in addition toContinue reading “Primary Exit Profile (PEP)”
Read It Yourself Educational Resources 