PDTCA 2025: Full Schedule

THE PDTCA BOARD HOPES YOU HAVE AN AMAZING CONVENTION!
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CTCC
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES HYATT
HUMAN RIGHTS STATEMENT
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CALGARY TELUS CONVENTION CENTRE(CTCC) and HYATT - address and driving directions

PRE-REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON JANUARY 11, 2024 AT 8:00P.M. and CLOSE FEBRUARY 11 AT 8:00 P.M.
We have decided to start pre-registration on January 11th to make sure everyone is informed of the start time and has time to check out the sessions as the first week back to school can be quite hectic.
FOR PRE-REGISTERED SESSIONS PLEASE USE THE PRE-REGISTRATION LINK BELOW THE SESSION DESCRIPTION IN SCHED. Adding the session to your Sched schedule does not mean you are pre-registered. The number in the title shows how many will be allowed to attend the session. We do allow more names to be added, but they will be on the waiting list. This is explained on the pre-registration page.
https://www.pdtca.org/pre-registration.html

REASON TO CREATE A PROFILE IN SCHED
You do not need to create a profile and log in to see sessions in Sched. However, if you want to add yourself to a session to create a schedule or evaluate a session you must be logged in.

CONVENTION AT A GLANCE LINK WILL BE AVAILABLE HERE IN MID FEBRUARY
Off-Site Addresses are included.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
“On the two school days of your assigned teachers’ convention, you have a legal and professional responsibility to attend convention. If you are not able to make it safely to your assigned convention, however, your collective agreement may include impassable roads or inclement weather clauses that you can access. If your collective agreement does not include language specific to road conditions or weather, you may make use of the personal leave clauses of your agreement in most cases. Please be aware that using any of these types of leave may require you to pay substitute costs, forego a portion of your salary and benefits, or report to your school or another work location in your district. Refer to your collective agreement for more information. Should you require any additional information or if you need assistance interpreting your collective agreement, please contact Teacher Employment Services at 1-800-232-7208 or 780-447-9400.”
This information is also found on the Frequently Asked Questions page on the www.ataconventions.ca website. If you have any further questions regarding this, please contact Daniel.Maas@ata.ab.ca.

9:00am MST

Explore the Nature of Science

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST

Co-Lab 111 - CTCC

This interactive, hands-on session will introduce teachers to a number of classroom-ready activities that encourage students of all ages to think like scientists as they collaborate and communicate to answer curiosity-driven questions. The focus of the activities is to model the Nature of Science: making observations, drawing inferences, testing models, modifying models, and extending models to make test-able predictions. All the resources used in the session will be available in English and in French, although the session will be presented in English. The resources are available from the Perimeter Institute.

Speakers

Brett Eustergerling

Brett Eustergerling is a science teacher at the Foothills Digital School.

Kristina Wasyleczko

Science Teacher

Kristina Wasyleczko is a high school math and science teacher who is dedicated to a student-centered, rich learning environment. She values and encourages students' deeper understanding through intentional pedagogy and thoughtful assessment.

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Co-Lab 111 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

9:00am MST

Student Projects At Any Scale- SHS Community Greenhouse

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST

Imperial 1 - HYATT

Want to start some more student projects but concerned about that "magic sauce"? Right students, right teacher, right time? Come learn about our community greenhouse and the continuum of student projects involved in its construction. An off-grid solar PV system, permaculture landscape, climate battery, vermicomposting and so much more. Every project has been tackled by SHS students in collaboration with community members. Some projects have been totally student led and others have been teacher led but the common theme has been everyone walks away fulfilled.

Learn about ways to fund your own project, potential pitfalls, and how to leverage your story into something that can potentially grow over time all while learning about the amazing space that is the Strathmore High School Community Greenhouse.

Speakers

Cole Hintz

Teacher, Strathmore High School

Cole Hintz is a teacher at Strathmore High School. Over the past three years he has overseen a project based, community focused, grant funded, greenhouse project that has become a vibrant community hub utilized by students and community members alike to further enhance the collective... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Imperial 1 - HYATT HYATT

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

9:00am MST

(Pre-Reg 50 OFFSITE) Sowing Seeds of Sustainability: Nurturing Sustainable Action in the Classroom and Beyond

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 12:40pm MST

Off-Site

Hop aboard the historic Stampede Trolley and join us on an exciting journey to turn sustainability from concept to action, both for you and your students!

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM – boarding/pick-up
12:40 PM – drop-off
PLEASE GATHER IN THE HYATT LOBBY – the trolley/s will park by the curb on Centre Street in front of the Hyatt.
Trolley(s) may arrive earlier than boarding/pick-up times

During this session, you will enjoy a sustainable snack while we delve into constructing an eco-friendly project transferrable to your classroom, that will deepen the connection between sustainability for your students and the world around them. You will also have the opportunity to engage in a virtual farming simulation game specifically designed for the classroom. This game will empower your students to understand the complexities of sustainable agriculture and its crucial role in feeding our future.

Discover how to ignite a passion for our world within your own classroom through an interdisciplinary approach to addressing the challenge of feeding a projected global population of 10 billion by 2050.

Speakers

Calgary Stampede Foundation

Megan White

Megan White, an enthusiastic educator working in agriculture and sustainability, dedicated to empowering students and teachers to embrace these concepts in meaningful ways. Megan's passion lies in bridging the gap between theory and practice, bringing sustainability education to life... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00am - 12:40pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9) | Social Studies (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

10:20am MST

Formative Assessment in Physics

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST

Co-Lab 111 - CTCC

This session will involve participants completing classroom-ready activities designed for Physics 20-30 that encourage students to struggle with difficult concepts and develop understanding through collaboration with others. Participants will discuss implementation of peer-driven formative assessments, adapting existing materials to suitable formative activities, and creating outcome-based formative assessments.

Speakers

Laura Pankratz

Laura Pankratz has been actively interested in helping students be successful for many years. She has been working to develop classroom-ready resources that teachers can use for general science and for high school physics setting.

Kristina Wasyleczko

Science Teacher

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
Co-Lab 111 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20am MST

Empowering Teachers for Alberta’s Clean Energy Transition

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST

Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Join Inside Education for an empowering workshop where you will gain innovative teaching strategies and curriculum integration approaches to teaching about Alberta’s clean energy transition, along with gaining access to our new “Energy Innovation Poster Resource.” In this session we will highlight the research, innovation, and implementation of alternative fuels; explore innovations like carbon capture and storage; and showcase the role these technologies play in the energy transition. Discover how to effectively incorporate the engaging poster resource and other related resources into your lessons, sparking engaging discussions on energy, air quality, and sustainability. After this session, you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to inspire the next generation of energy leaders in Alberta. Join us and recharge your teaching about Alberta’s energy transition!

Speakers

Inside Education

Inside Education is an Alberta-based, environment and natural resource education charity. We have been supporting teachers and students to think critically about environmental topics since 1985! With our no-cost teaching resources, youth summits, in-class and field programs, and professional... Read More →

Kat Hill

Colin King

Education Team Lead, Inside Education

Inside Education is an Alberta-based, environment and natural resource education charitable society. We have been supporting teachers and inspiring students to think critically about natural resource topics since 1985! With our full suite of no-cost teaching resources, youth summits... Read More →

Mila Mezei

Education Program Coordinator, Inside Education

Kathryn Wagner

Program Director, Inside Education

Kathryn is an enthusiastic, experienced science educator, who loves to play a role in creating aha moments for others. When light bulbs start going on, you know Kathryn is in her element, engaging others in learning. Which makes the future bright and full of promise.

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
Macleod Hall E3 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20am MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Why Grasslands CAN and WILL save the world!

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST

Off-Site

Why Grasslands CAN and WILL save the world!

Alberta's grasslands provide gifts of vast biodiversity, rich cultural connection and essential ecosystem services. And yet, less than 2% of this amazing natural region is protected. What gives??? And how and why should you and your students care? Join CPAWS Southern Alberta to unearth how relationships lie at the heart of ‘why grasslands’ matter – now and forever...

Dive into the soul of your prairie home with CPAWS, OUTSIDE at Nose Hill Park (Calgary Winter Club Parking Lot) and experience how our acclaimed Why Grasslands? program engages all eight Alberta Education’s core competencies – from critical thinking to cultural and global citizenship. Come out and discover for yourself how grasslands CAN and WILL save the world!

LOCATION: Nose Hill Park – Calgary Winter Club Parking Lot: 4611 14 St NW; Calgary; T2K 1J7

Meet at the Nose Hill Park parking lot located behind the Calgary Winter Club. CPAWS will be on-site 30 minutes ahead of session start time to welcome and gather everyone together. You will need to arrange your own transportation. If you are late, lost, or cannot make it, please text or call Sheri at 403-921-2314.

What to Bring:
As detailed in the safety section below, please come prepared to be active outside for 2.5 hours – i.e., wearing appropriate clothing & footwear, and outfitted with water & snacks.

Safety:

Please consult local weather forecasts and come equipped with wind & temperature appropriate clothing and footwear, i.e. comfortable winter boots, ice cleats, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves and instant handwarmers/heat packs.
If there are any medical concerns (allergies/injuries) that CPAWS should be aware of, please be in-touch with Sheri via text @ 403-921-2314 in advance of the program’s start time. This will ensure that she can customize the route and activities for everyone’s needs.
All participants that require medical equipment/medication such as an EpiPen & inhaler are expected to have these with them during the program in accordance with our risk management policy.

Waivers:

CPAWS has a master agreement with RockyView Schools. So, if you are a RockyView Schools teacher you DO NOT need to sign a waiver.
If you are NOT a RockyView Schools employee, please download the PDF waiver below and bring along your completed waiver. I will collect them at the start of our session. Extra blank waivers will be available the day of, just in case!

Looking forward to learning on the land with you!

P.S. If you would like to learn on the land with us all day, join our afternoon session too! PDTCA 2024: (Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Journey to the Hear... (sched.com)

Speakers

Sheri Tarrington

Interpretation and Experience Manager, CPAWS Southern Alberta

For the past two decades, environmental education and conservation communications positions with Parks Canada and CPAWS Southern Alberta, have bolstered Sheri's belief that all humans are better humans when they wander, wonder and play outdoors! Possessing an honours degree in Canadian... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9) | Social Studies (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

11:40am MST

Flat Earth, Dinosaurs, and the Bible: Can Science and Religion get along?

Thursday February 20, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST

Macleod Hall E1 - CTCC

Secondary students often assume that Religion and Science are inextricably at odds. Even if they can’t articulate exactly why, it is often taken for granted that a person of faith cannot embrace the scientific method and vice versa. This talk dispels caricatures of faithful flat-earthers, delves into the complex relationship between science and religion, considers seminal figures, and gives a framework for understanding how science and religion are not mutually exclusive.

Speakers

Dr Gerard McLarney

Teacher, Elk Island Catholic Schools

Dr. McLarney teaches at St. Isidore Learning Center in Sherwood Park, AB., and serves as a sessional instructor at St. Joseph's College, University of Alberta. His academic interests include Religious Education, World Religions, J.R.R. Tolkien, as well as Sacred Scripture and Myt... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
Macleod Hall E1 - CTCC

Religious & Moral Education (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40am MST

Believing the Improbable… how misinformation shapes “other people's” minds

Thursday February 20, 2025 11:40am - 2:00pm MST

Macleod Hall E4 - CTCC

Have you noticed in discussions on Misinformation, how the Misinformed are usually “Others”, not Us? And the Misinformers… well they are not Our Media, Our Corporations or Our State. This presentation investigates that phenomenon with a quiz. Perhaps we will find that even some among Us see the world through Received Misinformation (not Us of course 😊). The Questions will seem uninteresting… but the Answers… I think will challenge many Received World Views. OK I relent, here is one Question… spoiler alert: You are probably aware of criminal gangs, corruption, drug running, violence and kidnappings in Haiti. In 2004 the highest-level Haitian official ever was kidnapped to install corrupt, drug running, violent leaders. A) what was the official’s name and position? B) name the three organizations responsible for the crime. One more? OK, “Who established the International Rules Based Order and what rules have they defended?” Bring your answers to the convention. The Quiz will include, Foreign Policy, The International Situation, War Crimes, Economics, Food, Health and The Environment.

Speakers

Greg Hunter

Social Studies

Greg Hunter taught Science in Alberta for 30 years. His talks promote an understanding and teaching of History based on Evidence and Reason and a vigilance against Dogma and Bias. Adam Hochschild, Professor at UC Berkeley and author of 'King Leopold's Ghost' said, “Greg's talks... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 11:40am - 2:00pm MST
Macleod Hall E4 - CTCC

Social Studies (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

1:00pm MST

Gizmos: Solve Real-World Problems Using Gizmos STEM Cases Division 2 Teachers

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Glen 209 - CTCC

ExploreLearning's STEM Cases are interactive online case studies that place students in the role of a STEM professional to solve a real-world problem using critical thinking skills. We will walk through a STEM Case and reflect upon the role of the teacher during the experience. Learn how to monitor student progress and results and facilitate student learning throughout the process. All K-6 teachers have full access to ExploreLearning STEM Cases. Teachers are encouraged to bring a device.

Speakers

Lindsay Beaulieu

Implementation Coordinator, ExploreLearning

Lindsay Beaulieu has previously taught in Alberta and has witnessed the impact of Gizmos on student understanding. She has used Gizmos in the classroom since she began teaching. She enjoys working with educators to provide meaningful professional development for all Alberta educa... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Glen 209 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

1:00pm MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Journey to the Heart of Our Parks – From Egos to Ecosystems to Ecojustice

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:20pm MST

Off-Site

Journey to the Heart of Our Parks – From Egos to Ecosystems to Ecojustice

Who, what and why is a park? Three complex questions - one simple answer: US!

Humans lie at the heart of park purpose, pride, prejudice, and promise. So, come hike with us, Teacher humans! And together, we’ll trail-travel into the ‘peopled’ heart of Alberta’s protected and public wild spaces, from nation-building believing to Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas achieving.

With ecojustice as our compass, we will not only explore the intricate interactions and ecosystems our parks seek to protect, but also empower YOUR humanity to ‘make better’ Alberta’s parks for all!

LOCATION: Nose Hill Park – Calgary Winter Club Parking Lot: 4611 14 St NW; Calgary; T2K 1J7

Meet at the Nose Hill Park parking lot located behind the Calgary Winter Club. CPAWS will be on-site 30 minutes ahead of session start time to welcome and gather everyone together. You will need to arrange your own transportation. If you are late, lost, or cannot make it, please text or call Sheri at 403-921-2314.

What to Bring:
As detailed in the safety section below, please come prepared to be active outside for 2.5 hours – i.e., wearing appropriate clothing & footwear, and outfitted with water & snacks.

Safety:

Please consult local weather forecasts and come equipped with wind & temperature appropriate clothing and footwear, i.e. comfortable winter boots, ice cleats, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves and instant handwarmers/heat packs.
If there are any medical concerns (allergies/injuries) that CPAWS should be aware of, please be in-touch with Sheri via text @ 403-921-2314 in advance of the program’s start time. This will ensure that she can customize the route and activities for everyone’s needs.
All participants that require medical equipment/medication such as an EpiPen & inhaler are expected to have these with them during the program in accordance with our risk management policy.

Waivers:

CPAWS has a master agreement with RockyView Schools. So, if you are a RockyView Schools teacher you DO NOT need to sign a waiver.
If you are NOT a RockyView Schools employee, please download the PDF waiver below and bring along your completed waiver. I will collect them at the start of our session. Extra blank waivers will be available the day of, just in case!

Looking forward to learning on the land with you!

P.S. If you would like to learn on the land with us all day, join our morning session too! PDTCA 2024: (Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Why Grasslands CAN... (sched.com)

Speakers

Sheri Tarrington

Interpretation and Experience Manager, CPAWS Southern Alberta

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:20pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Diversity Equity & Human Rights (TQS/LQS 4), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

1:00pm MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Calgary Zoo: Adaptations and Biodiversity in Wild Canada

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:20pm MST

Off-Site

How does an animal’s adaptations affect their survival? What effect will this have on their ability to pass on their genetics and so affect their species biodiversity? How does the environment impact these adaptations? Come explore the Canadian Wilds and learn all about the footprints animals leave on the environment and the footprints the environment leaves on the animals. Discussion will also include how humans are affecting these footprints in negative and positive ways, with a focus on the positive. This is an outdoor, walking session. Please come dressed for the weather.
Session location: Meet at Karsten Discovery Centre.
CALGARY ZOO 210 St. George’s Dr. NE; T2E 7V6

Speakers

Teegan Bennington Jessop

Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo

Our conservation education staff have backgrounds in biology, natural history, zoology and ecology. With experience ranging from animal husbandry to field research, our team is comprised of qualified informal educators who are passionate about bringing the natural world to life and... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:20pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

2:20pm MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Calgary Zoo: Escape Extinction

Thursday February 20, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST

Off-Site

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a conservation researcher looks like? Excited about making conservation connections in the classroom? Join staff from the Calgary Zoo as we lead you how we leverage our interdisciplinary expertise to protect wildlife in Canada and around the world. Hear tales from the field, learn conservation techniques and strategies to integrate this work into your classroom. This session will be a teaser of our new program Conservation Science.
Session Location: Karsten Discovery Centre
CALGARY ZOO 210 St. George’s Dr. NE; T2E 7V6

Speakers

Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo

Thursday February 20, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

2:20pm MST

Collaboration space for Junior High and Senior High Science Teachers

Thursday February 20, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST

Telus 109 - CTCC

Don't all science teachers wish we had a list at our fingertips of proven labs or demos, rather than always trying to come up with something on our own? Join in collaboration with other Junior High and High School science teachers across the districts and a variety of classrooms and divisions to share your knowledge or expertise (or sheer lived out experience) of what works and what doesn't work. Participants are asked to come prepared with a digital list of your favourite 'go to' demos and labs (including materials and procedures) for any Div 3 or 4 science class that you teach. The intention is to collaborate with one another and to leave with a great list of labs or demos that anyone can pull from, given the amount of time and/or resources you may have.

Speakers

Robyn Calvert

Robyn Calvert is in her 8th year teaching High School Sciences at Master’s College, with the Palliser School Division in Calgary, Alberta. Robyn is an active member in her school, contributing to the experience of her students; such as planning the High School Camping day and Graduation... Read More →

Thursday February 20, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
Telus 109 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Reflection/Collaboration (TQS/LQS 2), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

9:00am MST

Les simulations Gizmos disponibles en ligne : pour explorer des concepts de sciences

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST

Macleod Hall E1 - CTCC

Les concepts de science peuvent devenir une plus grande source de curiosité et d'émerveillement grâce à l’usage de simulations en ligne. Cet atelier vous permettra de découvrir comment l'approche « explorer avant d'expliquer » mène à une compréhension conceptuelle approfondie. Vous verrez comment l'utilisation des Gizmos démontrant des phénomènes naturels peut susciter l'intérêt et l'engagement de vos élèves. La démonstration d'une leçon de sciences, prévue dans cet atelier, vous permettra de voir en action les meilleures pratiques d'enseignement. Les enseignants de M à 6e année ont accès à plusieurs Gizmos grâce à Alberta Education. Alors, du temps sera accordé pour chercher et explorer les Gizmos qui peuvent appuyer le nouveau programme de sciences. Si possible, les participants à cet atelier devraient apporter un appareil numérique.

Speakers

Renée Michaud

Consultante en mathématiques/Math Consultant, RLM Consulting

Renée Michaud is an independent Mathematics Consultant. She provides professional development to a variety of schools and school districts in French and in English in Western Canada and beyond. She has presented various math sessions at Alberta Teachers’ Conventions over the past... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Macleod Hall E1 - CTCC

Featured Speakers and Special Events, Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6) | Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6) | Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language French
Is Pre-registration required No

9:00am MST

Our version of Outcome Based Approach to teaching Math and Science Gr. 9-12

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST

Telus 103 - CTCC

With the diverse learning needs of our students in part due to large gaps from Covid, we took the time with a number of our Math 9 outcomes to organize the concepts into Acceptable, Proficient, and Mastery categories which guided our assessment and instruction in our classroom. We would like to share our journey and insights and how we have applied our version of outcome based learning to other subjects and levels of math and, project based assessments.

Speakers

Dr. Jeff Bailey

As an educator, astrophysicist, and advocate for transformative teaching methods, I bring a blend of scientific expertise and a passion for creating authentic learning experiences for high school students.Prior to my teaching career, I conducted research as a post-doctoral fellow... Read More →

Christine Crane

Christine has been teaching Gr. 7-12 math and science for at least 25 years give or take. In her years of teaching, she has continually strived to meet the diverse needs of her students in order to set them up for success either the following year or as life long learners. Working... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Telus 103 - CTCC

Mathematics (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

9:00am MST

Problem Solving Through Computational Thinking (Gr. 3-4)

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST

Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Computational thinking is at the foundation of problem solving and students who can apply these principals are more successful. Explore computational thinking as it relates to the creativity, design, and the new Alberta curriculum. This session provides a gentle introduction to decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, generalization, and algorithms. Discover how these principles can be applied and taught in your classroom, regardless of subject or grade level. No experience teaching computer science needed!

Speakers

Northern Coding Academy

TELUS World of Science Edmonton

Whitney Horban

Whitney Horban (she/her) has worked in both formal and informal education and enjoys bridging the gap between the two. She has been atthe TELUS World of Science Edmonton for 8 years, traveling to schools around Alberta with the Science in Motion team and now heading up the Northern... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MST
Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6) | Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20am MST

Gizmos - Explore How Online Science Simulations Support Scientific Literacy 7-12

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST

Glen 209 - CTCC

ExploreLearning Gizmos are award-winning, interactive simulations that bring research-proven instructional strategies to life and make learning fun! This session introduces the pedagogical approach of CER, claim-evidence-reasoning, to promote scientific literacy. Participate in a modelled lesson using online science simulations to experience firsthand the strengths of a CER approach. Explore and use the simulations currently available on the New Learn Alberta Curriculum Site. Teachers are encouraged to bring a device.

Speakers

Lindsay Beaulieu

Implementation Coordinator, ExploreLearning

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
Glen 209 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20am MST

Exploring the New Curriculum Through MakeCode Arcade Games (Gr. 4-6)

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST

Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Strengthen your students’ problem-solving skills and engage creatively with the curriculum by creating games in Microsoft MakeCode Arcade! This session will provide you with the foundational knowledge to help your students design their own video games, then bring those games to life through block-based coding. Learn how computational thinking skills such as pattern recognition, algorithm design, and debugging are necessary when coding and how to connect games to curricular concepts in any subject.

Speakers

Northern Coding Academy

TELUS World of Science Edmonton

Whitney Horban

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am MST
Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6) | Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

10:20am MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Calgary Zoo: Nature Journaling Through Destination Africa

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST

Off-Site

Immerse yourself in the warmth of Destination Africa while its resident animals inspire you in this workshop that will demonstrate strategies and techniques that combine art with scientific inquiry and open the door to descriptive writing. Be prepared to have fun and discover your inner artist as you slow down and appreciate the finer details around you. No previous artistic experience necessary, just a willingness to have a go!
Please bring your favourite writing instrument, and a journal or blank paper.
Session Location: DOW Classroom, in the Enmax Conservatory
CALGARY ZOO 210 St. George’s Dr. NE; T2E 7V6

Speakers

Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Art (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

10:20am MST

I Need More Energy To Work!

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST

Telus 108 - CTCC

The work-energy theorem is fundamental to physics and is the basis of understanding many mechanical systems. [In Physics 30 we extend it to systems involving electric fields as well.] Teachers will perform a simple experiment that illustrates this theorem and builds intuition for Physics 20 students. The materials are inexpensive, and the design is simple enough that students will know precisely what is happening and can concentrate on the algebra. We will discuss similar experimental designs, extending this idea to different types of energy exchanges.

Speakers

Barry Edgar

Physics

Barry taught for Edmonton Public Schools for 40 years before retiring at the end of the 2013 school year (14 years in junior high math and science, and 26 years in high school general science and physics).He believes that students get most out of a classroom that is activity based... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 10:20am - 12:40pm MST
Telus 108 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Assessment (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40am MST

Why Invest In Space Exploration

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST

Macleod Hall A - CTCC

Why invest in space exploration?

Dr. David Naylor, Department of Physics & Astronomy
Over the last two decades Dr Naylor has led Canada’s involvement in the Herschel/SPIRE and SPICA/Safari space missions. Prior to this he worked at the European Space Agency on the ISO/ LWS mission. With space exploration missions costing between 1 and 10 B$, he is often asked “Why should we spend money on these projects when there are so many problems here on Earth?

His lecture will provide his unique perspective on this question. He will review the current state of international space exploration activities and briefly review Canada’s space exploration program.

He will discuss lesser appreciated benefits that arise from space exploration and present a few specific examples of innovations that we take for granted that came directly from the space program. He will conclude with a discussion of three innovations that have spun off from the space missions in which he has been involved; two of which are being commercialized in Lethbridge.

Speakers

Dr. David Naylor

David Naylor, Professor and Board of Governors’ Research ChairDirector, Astronomical Instrumentation GroupSpace Astronomy Division, Institute for Space Imaging ScienceDepartment of Physics and Astronomy, University of Lethbridge As a Commonwealth Scholar David received his PhD... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
Macleod Hall A - CTCC

Featured Speakers and Special Events, Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40am MST

Gizmos: Using Online Simulations to Explore Science Concepts

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST

Glen 209 - CTCC

Encourage curiosity and wonder with exploration of science concepts using online simulations. Join us to learn how the explore-before-explain approach builds deep conceptual understanding. Use phenomena to spark interest and engagement in your students. Best practices for teaching with Gizmos are modelled. Time will be provided to search for and investigate Gizmos that support your New Science Curriculum. Gizmos are available to all teachers on the New Learn Alberta Curriculum Site. Teachers are encouraged to bring a device.

Speakers

Lindsay Beaulieu

Implementation Coordinator, ExploreLearning

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
Glen 209 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

11:40am MST

Agriculture and the Environment

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST

Telus 104/105 - CTCC

Take a deep dive into how agriculture and the environment work together to benefit each other and the science behind it. Take a look at the importance of biodiversity, soil, water, air and sustainability and what farmers are doing to help the environment. Learn about how you can help your students understand the important role agriculture plays in protecting the environment with this curriculum related resource, which is free for teachers!

Speakers

Nanita Blomquist

Education Manager, Agriculture For Life

Nanita grew up on a farm in central Alberta, where she still resides and farms with her family. With a passion for Agriculture, Nanita completed her B.Sc in Agriculture at the University of Alberta. With over 20 years of experience in the Agriculture industry, Nanita had the opportunity... Read More →

Friday February 21, 2025 11:40am - 12:40pm MST
Telus 104/105 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9) | Career & Technology Studies/Foundations (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

1:00pm MST

How to Equip Students for the Challenges in the Era of "New Space"

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Macleod Hall A - CTCC

Reflecting on the unpredictable journey of how David Naylor charted his career path in Astrophysics in Southern Alberta, and looking ahead to how you can prepare your junior and senior high school students to be equipped for the challenges in the Era of "New Space". This session will be of interest to science and physics teachers in junior and senior high, and anyone with an interest in the field of astronomy and space research happening locally.

Speakers

Dr. David Naylor

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Macleod Hall A - CTCC

Featured Speakers and Special Events, Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

1:00pm MST

(Pre-Reg 20 OFFSITE) Sparking your Curiosity at TELUS Spark K-3 edition

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Off-Site

Join us for an adventure at TELUS Spark Science Centre to get a taste of all we have to offer you and your students! We'll take you on a tour through K-3 programming, including all of those new curricular connections and then travel through some of the sights and sounds of the science centre, including our Creative Kids Museum, designed specifically for young learners.
220 Saint George's Drive Northeast, Calgary, AB T2E 5T2

Speakers

Jen Duffy

Jen Duffy's goal in life is to encourage wonder, compassion, and respect for the diversity that surrounds us all. She has over 15 years of experience in formal and informal education settings including Edmonton Public Schools, WISEST (Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science & Technology... Read More →

Alan Moore

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

1:00pm MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Calgary Zoo: Inspiring Conservation Action: Student led inquiry for change

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Off-Site

Want to design a conservation action project with your students but don't know how to get started? In this presentation, we will introduce you to conservation action project ideas, tips for getting started, as well as introduce you to our Conservation Champions Festival as a way to celebrate and showcase your students' work.
Session Location: Karsten Discovery Centre
CALGARY ZOO 210 St. George’s Dr. NE; T2E 7V6

Speakers

Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

1:00pm MST

Intro to Data Analysis in CODAP (Gr. 7-12)

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST

Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Data analysis skills are vital for everyone! Collect data using devices such as Micro:bit and Adafruit Circuit Playground express, then analyze that data using Common Online Data Analysis Platform (CODAP), a simple yet powerful FREE data analysis tool. Whether you teach math, science, ELA, or social studies, you can use data in your classroom – and with a little help from Northern Coding Academy, you will!

Speakers

Northern Coding Academy

TELUS World of Science Edmonton

Whitney Horban

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Technology (TQS/LQS 2), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

1:00pm MST

One Step At A Time

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 3:20pm MST

Telus 108 - CTCC

Teaching physics often begins with kinematics. Interval timers allow students to approximate velocities and accelerations. Science 10 is a great place to introduce the use of interval timers. In this session, teachers will experiment with several types of interval timers – from biological to mechanical to electrical to digital. We will discuss pros and cons of each of these types.

Speakers

Barry Edgar

Physics

Friday February 21, 2025 1:00pm - 3:20pm MST
Telus 108 - CTCC

Science (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Curriculum & Pedagogy (TQS 3), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content Intermediate content
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No

2:20pm MST

(Pre-Reg 20 OFFSITE) Sparking your Curiosity at TELUS Spark 4-12 edition

Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST

Off-Site

Join us for an adventure at TELUS Spark Science Centre to get a taste of all we have to offer you and your students! We'll take you on a tour through 4-12 programming, from joining a semester-long design challenge to witnessing a live knee surgery. Then travel through some of the sights and sounds of the science centre to help you make connections when you come for a field trip.
220 Saint George's Drive Northeast, Calgary, AB T2E 5T2

Speakers

Jen Duffy

Alan Moore

Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

2:20pm MST

(Pre-Reg 30 OFFSITE) Calgary Zoo: Bringing Citizen Science into the Classroom

Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST

Off-Site

Looking for ways to get your students outside and engage them in real world science? Come explore Citizen Science, why it’s important and how to incorporate it into your classroom. We will look at various classroom-ready Citizen Science initiatives then head out on to zoo grounds to test them. You will leave equipped to turn your students into citizen scientists!
Session Location: DOW Classroom, in the Enmax Conservatory
CALGARY ZOO 210 St. George’s Dr. NE; T2E 7V6

Speakers

Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo

Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST
Off-Site Check Session Description for Address

Science (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) | Environmental & Outdoor Education (TQS 3), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required Yes

2:20pm MST

Sequencing and Debugging in the Elementary Classroom (K-Gr. 2)

Friday February 21, 2025 2:20pm - 3:20pm MST

Telus 101/102 - CTCC

Explore foundational coding concepts in your elementary classroom with the new Alberta curriculum! This presentation will discuss storytelling and writing as it relates to computational thinking, explore how coding and computer science themes can exist in nature and art, and delve into a variety of activities – both plugged in and unplugged. Attendees will leave with newfound confidence in teaching computer science topics and integrating computer science across curriculums.

Speakers

Session has participant fee No
Level of content General Overview for Novice learners
Presentation Language English
Is Pre-registration required No