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APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education

The Alberta Professional Learning Consortium (The Consortium) is pooling its resources across the province of Alberta to host this series of conversations with education-related presenters from in and outside of Alberta, as well as educators and leaders inside Alberta. Together, we will explore a myriad of ways by which we can improve upon the great work done in K-12 classrooms in Alberta and education around the world with a focus on Literacy support in all subject areas.

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72:14

Karen Filewych - Passion for writing, passion for...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/10/10

Karen Filewych, one-time newspaper journalist, turned to teaching, all the while remaining passionate about writing – both her own and all those she teaches. In this episode of the Change Maker Conversations in Education, we continue our Literacy Across the Curriculum conversation with this author, educator, leader and all-around awesome soul. Karen shares several books and thoughts, inviting us to consider the importance of doing everything we can to help people of all ages to enjoy and thrive as

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10:49

Camp ReWrite - Alberta Campground Short

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/06/12

The Alberta Regional Professional Development Consortium (ARPDC) has worked with the creators of Camp Re-write, (Matthew Johnson, Rebekah O’Dell, and Angela Stockman) who have partnered to create a pedagogical summer camp, primarily for teachers of English Language Arts and Literature. In support of teachers in Alberta, ARPDC is offering Camp ReWrite - Alberta Campground and in our recent podcast with Angela Stockman we talked about Camp ReWrite for about 10 minutes, that excerpt is provided here

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63:58

Angela Stockman: Wizard of Writing, Storytelling, and...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/06/12

Angela Stockman can help us all with our reading skills K-12; however, it is in writing, expressing your thoughts, and ideas, and telling stories across a myriad of modalities that Angela has really lived, breathed and worked with teachers and students for most of her life. Angela believes we all have stories, our stories are important, and there are a myriad of ways we can tell our stories. Her Writer's Workshops, books, and sessions provide all educators (and parents) with inspiration and

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55:52

Dr. Greg Wells Applying the Physical Education and...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/06/06

CEO and founder of Wells Performance, a global consulting firm on a mission to elevate how we live our lives at work in life, Dr. Greg Wells is committed to working with leaders and educators to create the best possible environment, organizational and individual habits and culture for wellness. Greg’s work touches upon all the pillars of wellness and well-being drawing upon an extensive lived experience and personal study. Dr. Wells is a scientist and performance physiologist and has dedicated his

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67:34

Dare to Truly Lead in Inclusive Education with Dr....

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/05/30

Dr. Julie Causton and Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak of Inclusive Schooling visit with Charlie Kraig and Dr. Rick Gilson of ARPDC visit about the Summer Leadership Institutes held by Julie and Kristie through their Inclusive Learning organization. A number of books, podcasts and a movie title are shared, as well as an exploration of the Inclusive Schooling 2023 Summer Leadership Institute. Check out the episode notes for further information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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68:48

Kindergarten Teacher, Author and Great Soul - Laurie...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/05/23

In this episode, we visit with Laurie McIntosh, who loves to share with others...create unique burgers with her students, and fundraise with little ones who want to make and have made a difference in the class and the community. Laurie started her teaching career in Lacombe and moved to Lethbridge with the Holy Spirit School Division about five years ago. The journey of learning starts at birth and continues throughout our lives; dozens of kindergarten students have been blessed to start their

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65:44

A Caregiver Approach to Literacy with Nawal Qarooni

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/05/02

Committed to growing thinkers, writers, and readers, Nawal Qarooni visits with hosts Charlie Kraig and Rick Gilson to discuss the work of the NQCLiteracy team and her passion for connected families in the process of literacy development. Foundational to Nawal's work is the notion that we learn best when our learning is connected with all those with whom we have a relationship. Through mindful efforts to expand our knowledge of others, other cultures, and other people, our relationship tree expands

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74:05

Math through a Literacy Lens with Jackie Ratkovic

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/04/18

In this episode of our Literacy Across the Curriculum series we visit with learning consultant and mathematics wizard (in our opinion) Jackie Ratkovic. Jackie shares a number of titles and talks us through how each book can be used to support students k-12 (mostly elementary) in their development of skills and understanding in Math. Jackie outlines how books used in class fall into three categories: Text Dependent: You need to understand the math to understand the book Idea Enhancing: Books do not

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51:32

Literacy Empowers Life: A conversation with members...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/04/04

In this episode, Dr. Rick Gilson with ARPDC visits with Christina Giddings, Stefanie McLeod, and Dr. Colleen Pollett of the University of Florida Literacy Institute - UFLI about their work to provide teachers (and parents) with materials, resources, lessons, and support to build foundational work in the classroom (and home) in developing confident and capable readers and writers of the English language. "Building Strong Readers" is the motto that motivates all that they do. Our guests share how they

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70:05

Teacher to Teachers: Tannis Niziol shares books,...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/03/06

In this episode, we visit with a career English Language Arts teacher, Curriculum Consultant and Professional Learning Facilitator, Tannis Niziol. Throughout Tannis' 30-year career as an educator in Edmonton and Winnipeg, Tannis has remained passionate about teaching and learning and the need for explicit literacy apprenticeship at all grade levels in all subject areas. Tannis is a voracious reader who believes students deserve access to rich, diverse reading experiences and to a safe, equitable

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65:14

University of Lethbridge Bookstore - Book Talk...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/02/21

We are excited to meet with Kari Tanaka from the University of Lethbridge bookstore in this episode. Leveraging her years as a bookseller and dedicated book/author supporter, Kari offers many suggestions for teachers (and readers) to add to their book collections. She also shares some tips on doing a book talk that gets readers interested in the text. Kari’s excitement for great books is truly contagious, and we cannot be held responsible for the number of books you decide to buy after listening to

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65:57

Lifting Literacy in the Classroom: A conversation...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/02/07

In this episode, we welcome Brent Gilson, a high school teacher with experience teaching at every division level in his career. This conversation includes several titles and authors for your students and offers suggestions for professional reading. We explore some of the challenges and methods to support bringing your students and ourselves into reading, what you might do to share or book talk in your classroom, and how best to use time in the class when students are reading. Genuine assessment,

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52:20

Storyteller For All Ages: A Conversation with David...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/01/24

Join us as we visit with David A. Robertson, award-winning Swampy Cree author from Manitoba, Canada. David shares thoughts on the writing process, his works, and collaboration processes, particularly as it relates to his graphic novel books. We also discuss book banning and the importance of diversity in the library. To that end, David shares a bit about a new project he is leading to support new and upcoming indigenous authors. David's works include illustrated story books for children, YA

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66:46

Valley of the Birdtail: Reading Across the Curriculum...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2023/01/10

In this episode, Charlie Kraig and Rick Gilson of ARPDC visit with the authors Andrew Stobo Sniderman and Douglas Sanderson (Amo Binashii) of Valley of the Birdtail: An Indian Reserve, A White Town, and the Road to Reconciliation. Our conversation touches on stories from the book, how the authors came to work on this project and collaborated in the writing process, as well as how teachers might use the book in your classroom both for its content and as a mentor text. In addition to our

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52:28

Dr Joan Netten the Neurolinguistic Approach to Second...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2022/03/21

Dr Joan Netten visits with consultant Marylou Gammans in French discussing 2nd language learning, French Immersion and the Neurolinguistic Approach Dr. Netten pioneered in support of language learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:13

Dr Joan Netten Neurolinguistic Model, French...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2022/03/21

ARPDC consultant Marylou Gammans in conversation with Order of Canada recipient and professor Dr Joan Netten on French Language and French Immersion instruction and learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:03

Dr. Ron Ritchhart: The importance of developing a...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2020/10/02

A conversation with Senior Research Associate at Harvard's Project Zero, Dr. Ron Ritchhart whose work focuses on the development of school and classroom cultures in support of developing students' as powerful thinkers and learners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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50:30

Conversation with Rachel French - Co-author of...

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2020/03/30

Initially recorded with SAPDC's "Hit Pause with SAPDC" in January of 2020 - Rachel French, MA Ed, is an internationally recognized presenter, consultant, and Author. She was certified by Dr. Lynn Erickson and Dr. Lois Lanning as a Concept-Based consultant, presenter, and trainer. Rachel co-authored her first book with Dr. Erickson and Dr. Lanning, the second edition of 'Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction for the Thinking Classroom,' published by Corwin, February 2017. Rachel's second book

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4:23

ARPDC Introductory Podcast

APLC Change Maker Conversations in Education ·

2020/03/07

This podcast introduces the Alberta Regional Professional Development Consortium and the plans we have moving forward for the ARPDC Change Maker Conversations in Education Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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