Chris Allen 🇨🇦
@educhris.bsky.social
Supporting K-12 teachers and administrators to improve student learning and well-being.
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🇨🇦 Public school teachers and education workers:
Classrooms are increasingly overcrowded – we need to hear your experiences to advocate for systemic change.
📝 Participate in the Parachute Survey. On now until November 12.
🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...
Classrooms are increasingly overcrowded – we need to hear your experiences to advocate for systemic change.
📝 Participate in the Parachute Survey. On now until November 12.
🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...
October 15, 2025 at 4:25 PM
🇨🇦 Public school teachers and education workers:
Classrooms are increasingly overcrowded – we need to hear your experiences to advocate for systemic change.
📝 Participate in the Parachute Survey. On now until November 12.
🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...
Classrooms are increasingly overcrowded – we need to hear your experiences to advocate for systemic change.
📝 Participate in the Parachute Survey. On now until November 12.
🔗 survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50440962/...
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Math isn’t just about answers—the process matters, too. These strategies spotlight reasoning and reveal student thinking. ✖️💭
#MathSky #ITeachMath
#MathSky #ITeachMath
7 Ways to Get Math Students to Show Their Thinking
Math isn’t just about answers—the process matters, too. These strategies spotlight reasoning and reveal student thinking.
edut.to
October 10, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Math isn’t just about answers—the process matters, too. These strategies spotlight reasoning and reveal student thinking. ✖️💭
#MathSky #ITeachMath
#MathSky #ITeachMath
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I just watched this video about #EdTech from @moreperfectunion.bsky.social. As someone who has promoted technology in K12 classrooms for years, I have a lot to think about.
Teachers: Watch this! #EduSky
youtu.be/aByWLQ7h2n0?...
Teachers: Watch this! #EduSky
youtu.be/aByWLQ7h2n0?...
How Big Tech Uses YOUR Kids’ Classrooms To Sell THEIR Products
YouTube video by More Perfect Union
youtu.be
October 4, 2025 at 1:02 PM
I just watched this video about #EdTech from @moreperfectunion.bsky.social. As someone who has promoted technology in K12 classrooms for years, I have a lot to think about.
Teachers: Watch this! #EduSky
youtu.be/aByWLQ7h2n0?...
Teachers: Watch this! #EduSky
youtu.be/aByWLQ7h2n0?...
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It's this week! Our next FREE #webinar, featuring Andrew B Campbell & his newest book, #ActiveBraveConversations, will be this Thurs Sept 18 at 7 pm (ET) — get all the details & register: bit.ly/3HRghGB
#profdev #DEIB #inclusiveclassrooms #teaching #learning #education #edusky
#profdev #DEIB #inclusiveclassrooms #teaching #learning #education #edusky
September 15, 2025 at 12:29 PM
It's this week! Our next FREE #webinar, featuring Andrew B Campbell & his newest book, #ActiveBraveConversations, will be this Thurs Sept 18 at 7 pm (ET) — get all the details & register: bit.ly/3HRghGB
#profdev #DEIB #inclusiveclassrooms #teaching #learning #education #edusky
#profdev #DEIB #inclusiveclassrooms #teaching #learning #education #edusky
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These teacher-tested, low-lift writing activities can help students synthesize their learning in math, science, history, and more! ✍️ 🌟
#MathSky #HistoryEducation #ITeachScience #ELATeacher #EduSky
#MathSky #HistoryEducation #ITeachScience #ELATeacher #EduSky
How to Integrate Creative Writing Across Subjects
From science to history to math, try these creative writing activities to help students process content and think deeply.
edut.to
September 12, 2025 at 12:35 PM
These teacher-tested, low-lift writing activities can help students synthesize their learning in math, science, history, and more! ✍️ 🌟
#MathSky #HistoryEducation #ITeachScience #ELATeacher #EduSky
#MathSky #HistoryEducation #ITeachScience #ELATeacher #EduSky
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94% of teachers have had to dip into their own pockets to buy school supplies. An estimated 1 in 6 have second jobs during the school year to make ends meet.
The average Wall Street employee got a record $244,700 bonus last year.
Something has gone terribly wrong.
The average Wall Street employee got a record $244,700 bonus last year.
Something has gone terribly wrong.
August 18, 2025 at 6:31 PM
94% of teachers have had to dip into their own pockets to buy school supplies. An estimated 1 in 6 have second jobs during the school year to make ends meet.
The average Wall Street employee got a record $244,700 bonus last year.
Something has gone terribly wrong.
The average Wall Street employee got a record $244,700 bonus last year.
Something has gone terribly wrong.
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Join us for the #OPCLeadLearn Conference on Nov 13-14. This event is designed to inspire school leaders, featuring impactful keynotes, engaging workshops and meaningful collaboration opportunities. Don't miss this opportunity – register now! bit.ly/OPCLeadLearn
July 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Join us for the #OPCLeadLearn Conference on Nov 13-14. This event is designed to inspire school leaders, featuring impactful keynotes, engaging workshops and meaningful collaboration opportunities. Don't miss this opportunity – register now! bit.ly/OPCLeadLearn
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Dr. Sarah Lupo shares how to support adolescent readers across subjects with practical, research-informed strategies. We discuss 5 major challenges that make texts tough for students & tools for scaffolding instruction.
reading-roadtrip.castos.com/episodes/s4-...
reading-roadtrip.castos.com/episodes/s4-...
July 14, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Dr. Sarah Lupo shares how to support adolescent readers across subjects with practical, research-informed strategies. We discuss 5 major challenges that make texts tough for students & tools for scaffolding instruction.
reading-roadtrip.castos.com/episodes/s4-...
reading-roadtrip.castos.com/episodes/s4-...
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Boost student engagement with these effective math resources designed to spark student curiosity, build math confidence, and help learners see math as a powerful tool for solving real-world problems. Browse and shop all the books: http://spr.ly/633204m96r
#mathematicalreasoning #teachmath
#mathematicalreasoning #teachmath
July 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Boost student engagement with these effective math resources designed to spark student curiosity, build math confidence, and help learners see math as a powerful tool for solving real-world problems. Browse and shop all the books: http://spr.ly/633204m96r
#mathematicalreasoning #teachmath
#mathematicalreasoning #teachmath
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We hosted @maryellenmacdonald.bsky.social and Mark Seidenberg at @planetworddc.bsky.social to discuss "What's next in the science of reading?" We recorded it and now you can watch it!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfeF...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfeF...
Eyes on Reading: What’s Next in the Science of Reading? with Mark Seidenberg and Maryellen MacDonald
YouTube video by Planet Word
www.youtube.com
April 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
We hosted @maryellenmacdonald.bsky.social and Mark Seidenberg at @planetworddc.bsky.social to discuss "What's next in the science of reading?" We recorded it and now you can watch it!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfeF...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfeF...
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Canada is ranked 1 in education, 3 in safety, 4 in justice, 4 in overall best country.
We are not a broken country. We have not suffered a lost decade.
Our existence is in the balance.
Vote.
We are not a broken country. We have not suffered a lost decade.
Our existence is in the balance.
Vote.
April 21, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Canada is ranked 1 in education, 3 in safety, 4 in justice, 4 in overall best country.
We are not a broken country. We have not suffered a lost decade.
Our existence is in the balance.
Vote.
We are not a broken country. We have not suffered a lost decade.
Our existence is in the balance.
Vote.
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Thank you, Premier Eby, for visiting our table yesterday and celebrating BC Books. We hope you enjoy "Heenan Blaikie" and "Protecting Indigenous Knowledge and Heritage"!
#BCBooks 📚
#BCBooks 📚
Happy BC Book day!
Our province is home to so many incredible publishers, libraries and bookstores.
Today is the perfect day to stop by your local bookstore or library to pickup your next read.
Our province is home to so many incredible publishers, libraries and bookstores.
Today is the perfect day to stop by your local bookstore or library to pickup your next read.
April 16, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Thank you, Premier Eby, for visiting our table yesterday and celebrating BC Books. We hope you enjoy "Heenan Blaikie" and "Protecting Indigenous Knowledge and Heritage"!
#BCBooks 📚
#BCBooks 📚
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Critical thinking is more important than ever. How can I improve my skills?: theconversation.com/critical-thi...
#CriticalThinking #Reason #Reasoning #Logic #Debate #Rhetoric #Communication #Argument #Argumentation #Conclusion #Misinformation #Disinformation #Thinking #Rationale #AcademicSky #EduSky
#CriticalThinking #Reason #Reasoning #Logic #Debate #Rhetoric #Communication #Argument #Argumentation #Conclusion #Misinformation #Disinformation #Thinking #Rationale #AcademicSky #EduSky
Critical thinking is more important than ever. How can I improve my skills?
We’re told we need to think critically, to not fall for misinformation. Thankfully, it’s a skill we can practise and become better at.
theconversation.com
April 14, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Critical thinking is more important than ever. How can I improve my skills?: theconversation.com/critical-thi...
#CriticalThinking #Reason #Reasoning #Logic #Debate #Rhetoric #Communication #Argument #Argumentation #Conclusion #Misinformation #Disinformation #Thinking #Rationale #AcademicSky #EduSky
#CriticalThinking #Reason #Reasoning #Logic #Debate #Rhetoric #Communication #Argument #Argumentation #Conclusion #Misinformation #Disinformation #Thinking #Rationale #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Media literacy is important for students *and* teachers. These strategies can help you spot corporate influences in your curriculum. 🔍
#MediaLiteracy #EduSky
#MediaLiteracy #EduSky
Teaching Students About Corporate Influences in a Curriculum
By uncovering any hidden interests in a curriculum, teachers can open important discussions about media literacy with students.
buff.ly
March 23, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Media literacy is important for students *and* teachers. These strategies can help you spot corporate influences in your curriculum. 🔍
#MediaLiteracy #EduSky
#MediaLiteracy #EduSky
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I’m very proud of my latest podcast adventure. The guest list and conversations have been outstanding. Look at these episodes and consider subscribing. (Psst, just because it’s Canadian, doesn’t mean others can’t learn from them )
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lnkfi.re/2CQ5TL
The CanadianED Leadership Show
Dean Shareski interviews leaders from coast to coast to coast discussing innovation, change and the role leaders play in providing Canadian students with a world class education
lnkfi.re
March 20, 2025 at 11:36 AM
I’m very proud of my latest podcast adventure. The guest list and conversations have been outstanding. Look at these episodes and consider subscribing. (Psst, just because it’s Canadian, doesn’t mean others can’t learn from them )
lnkfi.re/2CQ5TL
lnkfi.re/2CQ5TL
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Reposted by Chris Allen 🇨🇦
Today is Bell Let's Talk Day! Join me in supporting youth mental health organizations. Text YOUTH to 45678 to donate $5 and Bell will match it!
To learn more, visit bell.ca/letstalk
To learn more, visit bell.ca/letstalk
Learn how our projects create a positive change
To improve mental health in Canada, our program has been supporting more than 1 500 organizations that are committed to helping communities.
bell.ca
January 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Today is Bell Let's Talk Day! Join me in supporting youth mental health organizations. Text YOUTH to 45678 to donate $5 and Bell will match it!
To learn more, visit bell.ca/letstalk
To learn more, visit bell.ca/letstalk
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Welcome to #EduSky 🍎 a communuty for educators!
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Join the list: tinyurl.com/EduSkyForm
Pin the feed: tinyurl.com/EduSkyFeed
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Check out the list: tinyurl.com/EduSky
Join the list: tinyurl.com/EduSkyForm
Pin the feed: tinyurl.com/EduSkyFeed
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November 20, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Welcome to #EduSky 🍎 a communuty for educators!
Check out the list: tinyurl.com/EduSky
Join the list: tinyurl.com/EduSkyForm
Pin the feed: tinyurl.com/EduSkyFeed
⬇️
Check out the list: tinyurl.com/EduSky
Join the list: tinyurl.com/EduSkyForm
Pin the feed: tinyurl.com/EduSkyFeed
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The AERA Executive Director Search Committee is accepting applications and nominations for the next Executive Director of AERA. Read the description here: www.aera.net/About-AERA/E...
November 20, 2024 at 7:13 PM
The AERA Executive Director Search Committee is accepting applications and nominations for the next Executive Director of AERA. Read the description here: www.aera.net/About-AERA/E...