Assessment for, as, and of learning can all be done while learning outside. The primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning (Ontario Science and Technology Curriculum grades 1-8, 2007, p. 21). Since inquiry-based and experiential-based learning that readily occurs outdoors stimulates student learning by direct involvement, assessment for and as learning […]
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Taste experiments are normally run to test for the four kinds of taste receptors in the tongue. Students should be directed to run this experiment as a class in the school cafeteria, or BETTER, at... read more
Categories: General Interest
This Science Spotlight highlights the work of Kiri Reihana Spraggs as a Kairangahau (M_ori scientist) and describes the importance of Indigenous knowledge in his chosen field. read more
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This slide deck demonstrates the MakerSpace journey at J.H.Putman P.S., a middle school in Ottawa. The MakerSpace club is an inspiration to teachers. Myself, I wanted to include the mindset in my... read more