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November 2018, Volume 11 Issue 8 |
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Dear Thought Leader,
I'm pleased to share our November MindShare Report-Canada's Learning & Technology eMagazine with a mission to provide insight and help you make sense of the digital distruption and evolution of technology in education.
I encourage you to checkout my podcast wtih Mathew Johnson, Director of Education, Media Smarts, creators of Media Literacy Week, Nov. 5-9. It's a very special and important week for students, parents and teachers alike, to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of digital citizenship and the challenge of managing the use of digital devices.
I was honoured this week to present at two awesone events on, "The Future of Work and Learning" (at the Ontario School Counsellors' Association Conference & John Fraser Secondary School Speaker Series). It was eye-opening to gain a deeper understanding of the skills gap that exists for students entering post-seconday based on my conversations with teachers and parents. There is a tremendous amount of work to be done in this area to meet the emerging needs of the 21st century citizen & worker. I'm concerned and passionate about helping bridge the gap to help nurture student success through our organization and C21 Canada.
In this issue be sure to check out:
- Featured podcasts
- Ed Spotlight with Dr. Michael Fullan on his new book
- Featured Books of the Month
- MindShare Musings and more!
My 20th year of attending the #BIT18 (ECOO) conference did not disappoint! I was especially impressed by the closing keynote, Max Stossel, Head of Education for the Center for Humane Technology, who delivered one of the most brilliant and powerful closing keynotes, offering educators practical strategies to manage technology and social media in schools and at home. Be sure to checkout our conference corner for highlights.
In closing, I am honoured to be keynoting at the 4th China Education Innovation Expo next week with my colleagues from C21 Canada, Patricia Gartland, Superintendent & CEO, Coquitlam SD43 and Dr. Gina Cherkowski, CEO, STEM Learning Lab.
Thank you for your continued support and for sharing your excellent news and events with us! As always we appreciate hearing from you!
Until next time, keep the digital learning curve steep!
P.S. Save the date! Saturday, December 8th! You are invited to join us for our special First Anniversary day-long Celebration of the MindShare WorkSpace. Come and enjoy FREE, yoga, kids robotics workshop, Future of Work & Learning Lunch & Learn, and much more!
Best,
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Robert Martellacci, M.A. EdTech
President, MindShare Learning Technology™
Chief Digital Publisher, The MindShare Learning Report™
Co-founder & President C21 Canada™
Follow us on Twitter @MindShareLearn
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"Fear inhibits learning and cooperation and foster epidemic of silence. Psychological safety, on the other hand, leads to greater learning, performance, and even lower mortality (in a healthcare setting)" |
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-- Harvard Business School professor, James L. Heskett
quoted in the newly released book:
The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth |
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This Week in Canadian EdTech with Robert Martellacci, Chief Digital Publisher, MindShare Learning Report and
Stephen Hurley VoicEd Radio |
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The award winning Osmo product is now available to schools in the way of a ruggedized Classroom Kit. To learn more about the exclusive offer, email us at info@mindsharelearning.com |
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Dr Michael Fullan Releases a New Book on the eve of his 78th Birthday!
Dr Michael Fullan TVO interview on the release of his new book, Surreal Change: The Real Life of Transforming Public Education.
Click the image to watch full interview |
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Glenforest students host Canada's largest student-led conference on STEM education, careers
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Peel District School Board- November 6, 2018 |
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Canadian ed-tech startup Squiggle Park improves literacy through play
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The Globe and Mail: October 29, 2018 |
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| Pulling together for one goal: Preparing students for future with STEM Ecosystem |
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Times Leader: October 29, 2018 |
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Nintendo gets educational by partnering with Actua
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The Star: October 28, 2018 |
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Public education is a strong equalizing force in Canadian society, UNICEF report says
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How to tap into one major potential pool of talent
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The Globe and Mail: October 26, 2018 |
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Jobs in the Canadian tech sector are booming: report
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mobilesyrup: October 29, 2018 |
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Technologies that can help end 'hallway medicine': U of T health-care researchers to meet with Ontario legistators
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Canadian seniors poised to lead the autonomous vehicle revolution
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Sterling Bank, 1MT collaborate to train teachers
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punchng: October 21, 2018 |
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Hack the Classroom Event Closing Session with Kristine Holloway |
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Awesome Hack the Classroom closing session with Kristine Holloway passionately speaking about Sustainable Development and Global Goals
Also joining in, were MindShare Report- Classroom of the Future winner, Zelia Capitao-Tavares, SJ Elliott, sharing more about Minecraft Education. |
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With conference season upon us, I'm amazed at the continued growth and pent up demand for people to connnect and mindshare.
Attending #BIT18 yesterday was a bit of a walk down memory lane as it marked my 20th year! As I reflect on my first ECOO (BIT) conference 20 years ago. It took place at the Regal Constellation Hotel that has since been demolished. It marked the official launch of The Learning Company School in Canada where I was working for Kevin O'Leary, our then President & CEO of The Learning Company. It was the early days of the internet (1998), however we were pretty leading-edge at the time offering Maya Quest, a live online exploration of the Mayan ruins. I don't recall it doing very well given the limited connectivity in schools and the logistical nightmare in doing a live quest. You might recall Reader Rabbit, Kid Pix and some of the other stellar brands in Oregon Trail. Rumour is they are coming back with the TLC brand!
Fast forward to 2018, I connected with many of the same faces at #BIT ECOO, some legends such as Peter Skillen, Harry Neizen, to name a few. Then there were the EdTech partners, many have come and gone as tech continues to evolve in an accelerated fashion. While the exhibit floor has shrunk over the 20 years, the tech solutions are off the charts amazing! The startup frenzy is the rage thanks in part to millenials wanting to make a difference and do good for education.
What struck me most about #BIT18 is that it's more about the people connecting and sharing, and the technology is secondary. The relationships I've forged over 20 years and greatly value as do other attendees, keeps us coming back. When it comes to the techology piece, it's really about using the right tech at the right time to make a difference and engage students to deepen the learning.
I've also observed that due to costs there has been a restriction on travel for education leaders. Social media, such as Twitter and Instagram have provided great platforms for sharing latest trends and conference highlights. I encourage you to get on either platform, or both as is the case with us!
R.M.
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Coolest new EdTech product at BIT 2018 comes with math and other activities too! Loved that it combined fitness and learning!
Want to know more about my immersive experience at BIT 2018? Click the picture to watch the video! |
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Technology Educator- Assistive Technology Education
LEARNstyle Ltd - Toronto, ON, CA |
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Coordinator, Continuing Education
York University- Toronto, ON, CA |
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Digital Marketing Manager
BMO Financial Manager |
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Contact us to learn more about posting your own career opportunity! |
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It was a pleasure to connect for a podcast with Matthew Johnson, Director of Education for Media Smarts, on the eve of Media Literacy Week. It's a great opportunity to infuse the 7 Cs of C21 Canada challenge your students with various resources avialable via mediasmarts.ca.
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Congratulations to Katina Papulkas new Manager of Education Strategy Dell EMC | Worldwide Education. Katina was most recently the director of education partnerships at TVO and an past educator with the TDSB. |
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| It was an honour to meet Natalie Lucier, Documentary producer, To Orcas, with Love, that premiered and we supported as a partner at #BIT18, along with her dad and uncle. |
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The MindShare Report is grateful for the guidance and support provided by our esteemed advisory board.
Members include:
Lauren Burman, M.B.A., Chief Client Officer, POSSIBLE
Kevin Custer, Founding Principal, Arc Capital Development
Chip Fesko, Sr. Director of Advertising & Strategic Alliances, George Lucas Educational Foundation, Edutopia Magazine
Ian Fogarty, Educator, Riverview High School | MindShare National Video Challenge Award Winner
Dr. GuyTetrault, Award Winning Sun West Director & CEO
Michael Furdyk, Co-Founder, TakingItGlobal
Dr. Eric Hamilton, Associate Dean of Education, Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology
Maxim Jean-Louis, CEO, Contact North/Contact Nord,
Gary Kern, Director of Learning, St. George's School
Dr. Susanne Lajoie, Professor, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, McGill University
David Marsi, Senior Manager Training Initiatives, ScotiaMcLeod
Jamie McNamara, Executive Director, Council of Catholic School Superintendents of Alberta
Cheryl Paige, Consultant in Digital Technology Education, Former Principal, Joyce Public School, Toronto District School Board
Sandra Chow, Award Winning Teacher, Toronto District School Board
Ron Sedran, MD, Equity Capital Markets, Canaccord Adams |
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The MindShare Learning Report team is made up of the following individuals:
Robert Martellacci, M.A. Ed Tech., Chief Digital Curator
Timothy Gard, B.Ed., OCT, M.A, Chief Learning Strategist
Daniel Voci, Associate Digital Media Specialist
Valerie Rusnov,B.A. Hons., B.Ed., Editor
Filomena Martellacci, Hons., B.Ed., OCT, Editor
About The MindShare Learning Report™
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