Join our three-part workshop series to gain new tools with our robust collection of English Language Arts resources. Intended for educators in Canada, but open to all for registration.
Professional Learning
Supercharging Student Engagement: ELA Workshop Series for Canadian Educators
This Facing History & Ourselves ELA Series for Canadian educators features strategies and resources, current scholarship, and opportunities for dialogue that centre student learning and engagement through diverse texts. Workshops are intended for grade 6-12 English Language Arts educators.
About this event:
Multi-Session
Our multi-session professional learning series are designed for in-depth exploration of themes and topics that help educators strengthen their skills and competencies. Session information is included in the event details.
Instructor-Led
This professional learning event will be led by Facing History staff. When you register, you will receive instructions for how to attend the event.
This event qualifies for Certificate of Completion.
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Key Points
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Gain an overview of Facing History & Ourselves' English Language Arts resources
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Explore tools to support equitable text selection
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Experience new teaching strategies to engage students more deeply and reflectively in literature
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Gain exciting new resources and strategies that will invite deeper connections and conversations into grades 6-12 English and Language Arts classrooms
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Learn practical and engaging methods to incorporate student voice and choice in literature studies, ensuring that students feel seen, heard, and connected to the material they read
Series Schedule
This three-part ELA professional learning series will introduce educators in Canada to Facing History & Ourselves' approach to teaching grades 6-12 English Language Arts. Participants will have an opportunity to connect with other ELA educators while exploring and engaging in sample mentor texts, essential questions, and student learning experiences that promote deeper learning about self and society.
Certificate of Completion
This event qualifies for a Certificate of Completion. Concluding the event, participants can request a Certificate of Completion for one hour of attendance.
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