SEATCA / SWATCA 2022 - Southern Alberta Teachers' Convention: Full Schedule

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10:15am MST

Engineering and Sustainability in First Nations Fish Harvesting Traditions

In this session, we explore the mathematics and engineering behind intertidal modifications (“fish traps”) located in Tla’amin Nation territory. We study the relationship between location, culture, biology and how the Tla’amin Nation have used knowledge on the land, the tides and marine wildlife to harvest fish. We have implemented a programming code-based application with a mathematical model that simulates population size of salmon over the course of ten years with no harvesting, low harvesting and greedy harvesting to facilitate engagement and exploration. Teachers will be provided with lesson plans and interactive activities to learn about the Coast Salish fish trap traditions in their classrooms.

Speakers

Byron Chu

Cybera Data Science Director, Callysto

Byron has PhD in Biochemistry and today he applies the same scientific principles to data and cloud-enabled projects. Since 2018, he has led the Callysto project in training teachers across Canada on bringing open data and data literacy into their classrooms.

Vishal Balashankar

Vishal has a MSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alberta, where he also worked as a Research Associate at the Laboratory for Advanced Separation Process. At the university, he developed a rapid evaluation tool for the chemists and engineers for a carbon capture process... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:15am MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12

10:15am MST

Fraction and Decimal Math Games for 4-6

Most adults will admit that they're "not very good at fractions" so we know what hasn't worked in the past. Time to rethink how we teach fractions (and decimals) so that it's easy for teachers and understandable for students. Participants will learn and play a variety of hands-on math games that help students understand and master fraction equivalency, decimal equivalency and, simple operations involving fractions or decimals. Simple but powerful strategies and games that teachers can immediately use back in their classrooms that provide opportunities for sustained, engaged practice will be presented along with samples of student work. Many of the games and strategies use common cards and dice which are found readily in most schools and homes. A handout with instructions and variations, gameboards and skills checklists for student assessment will be provided.

Speakers

John Felling

presenter, Box Cars And One Eyed Jacks

John has presented at many provincial, national, and international conferences. His presentations provide insights and strategies along with a healthy dose of humor. Participants expressed "There were a lot of great activities to bring back to my class." Attend his sessions and see... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:15am MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 4-6

10:15am MST

La plateforme Mathigon: faire des maths gratuitement et en français - 1ère à 9e année

Mathigon est une nouvelle plateforme gratuite qui permet de visiter, de découvrir et/ou de pratiquer de divers concepts mathématiques du sens du nombre, de forme et espace, de l’algèbre et de statistiques et probabilités. On peut l’utiliser comme démonstrateur et comme source d’activités et de pratiques. Venez voir de quoi il s’agit et comment l’utiliser.

Speakers

Renée Michaud

Consultante en mathématiques/Math Consultant, RLM Consulting

Renée Michaud est consultante en mathématiques. Elle offre des formations en français et en anglais dans l’ouest canadien et au-delà en présentiel et distanciel . Elle présente régulièrement des sessions variées aux différents congrès annuels d’enseignants de l’Alberta... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:15am MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9

10:15am MST

The Fastest Way to Learn Addition

Most kids count on their fingers to add. This method will not only correct this ineffective habit but it will lay the foundation for multiplication using the same method. Your students will learn to see natural patterns in numbers that will make it easy to see the answer to basic addition questions quickly, allowing their brain the time and energy to focus on the rest of math. This method is similar to the abacus style of addition, but with more connections and shortcuts to make it easy for kids to understand. Kenzy Math has been developed and refined in the classroom for years with record breaking results. Even children with special needs or learning disabilities can master this method and learn to love math. Every concept like geometry, fractions or algebra depends on a solid foundation of math facts. Students who struggle with basic skills like addition and multiplication will generally struggle with the rest of math. This is the first step to success with numbers.

Speakers

Darren Michalczuk

Math Facts Made Simple

Darren Michalczuk has been a teacher for more than twenty-five years and has taught everything from kindergarten to high school including music, homeroom and physical education. He has worked in rural Alberta schools to big city private schools in Queensland, Australia. He has coached... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:15am MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

10:15am MST

Elementary Coding in Minecraft Education Edition

Many elementary students love building and exploring in Minecraft, in this session we'll talk about how to take it to the next level with computer science and coding. You and your students will be able to gain new powers and abilities, while developing skills in problem solving, innovation, collaboration, and perseverance. We'll also talk about alignment with the current curriculum and the new curriculum. Minecraft Education Edition requires a Microsoft 365 account and a Windows or Mac computer, a newish Chromebook, an iPad, or an Android device.

Speakers

David Hay

Elk Island Public Schools | Callysto

David Hay teaches computing science, robotics, and information technology in Elk Island Public Schools, and is the Learning and Development Manager for the Callysto project. He loves biking, rock climbing, VR/AR, and making things. Online he is usually found under the name Mister... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:15am MST
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Technology, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6 | Curriculum & Pedagogy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6 | Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6 | Science, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

11:30am MST

K-3 Place Value Math Games

Place value concepts form the foundation for most of the math covered in the primary grades and students need to thoroughly understand them with manipulative work, engaging games and meaningful practice activities, not just paper and pencil practice. In this workshop games and strategies using cards, dice, place value dice and number lines will be taught for working on: understanding 10, 100, 1 000's, comparing numbers as greater than/less than, composing and decomposing numbers, developing the foundation for rounding and expanding numbers, using number lines, identifying specific place value. The handout will provide game instructions with variations, gameboards and concept skill checklists to help the teacher assess student learning. Samples of student work will be shared throughout the session along with teaching tips and management strategies. Participants will be able to apply what they learn immediately back in their classes.

Speakers

John Felling

presenter, Box Cars And One Eyed Jacks

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3

11:30am MST

Le nouveau programme de maths - 1ère à 6e année

Cet atelier a pour but de discuter du nouveau programme d’études de maths en utilisant une lentille comparative avec le programme d’études actuel. Nous verrons ce qui est demeuré sensiblement identique et ce qui a changé. Le format de l’atelier sera plutôt informatif et permettra de répondre aux questions qui vous sont brûlantes. Le but est d’être à l’affût de ce qui s’en vient et de discuter des façons de se préparer au changement.

Speakers

Renée Michaud

Consultante en mathématiques/Math Consultant, RLM Consulting

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

11:30am MST

The Fastest Way To Learn the Times Tables

Many kids don’t know their times tables, relying on short term methods and fumbling to find simple answers. This method teaches the times tables using simple easy patterns and unique images. This allows students to see the answer to basic questions like 6x7 or 8x4 quickly, allowing their brain the time and energy to focus on the rest of math. Kenzy Math has been developed and refined in the classroom for years with record breaking results. Even young children with special needs or learning disabilities can memorize the multiplication tables quickly and learn to love math. Every concept like geometry, fractions or algebra depends on a solid foundation of math facts. Students who struggle with basic skills will generally struggle with the rest of math. This will give them skills to succeed with numbers.

Speakers

Darren Michalczuk

Math Facts Made Simple

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

11:30am MST

Elementary Math and Science with Robotics and Electronics

At our elementary school we have been teaching some science and math with coding and robotics and electronics kits. Students have been building and programming virtual and physical devices to explore concepts in geometry, statistics, wheels and levers, plants, recycling, weather, electricity, and flight. Come hear about free resources and inexpensive hardware, including micro:bit, that you can implement related to current and future curricular outcomes.

Speakers

David Hay

Elk Island Public Schools | Callysto

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 4-6 | Science, Gr 4-6 | Technology, Gr 4-6 | Curriculum & Pedagogy, Gr 4-6 | Career & Technology Studies/Foundations, Gr 4-6

11:30am MST

Maker Tech? What the Heck?! (Maker Tech Available from your ATA Available)

Have you heard about makerspaces or maker technology and wonder what on earth people are talking about? Would you like to get your hands on it to try it out yourself? In this session, Sandra will explain makerspaces, discuss different types of technology, and how you can borrow kits from the library for free – no matter where you live in the province!

Speakers

ATA Library

Librarian, The Alberta Teachers' Association

Sandra is a professional librarian who heads the ATA Library. Sandra’s passion is technological innovation and she applies this interest to all aspects of her work. She is an active voice on social media for the ATA Library and has developed web guides for teachers on dozens of... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Technology, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Science, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12

11:30am MST

Teaching Statistics in Math and Science with Code and Data Science

An understanding of statistics is becoming increasingly important in our world, and as math and science teachers we have an opportunity to develop student competencies in this area. We'll look at ways to incorporate statistics and data analytics into curricular outcomes, explore available resources, and talk about how you and your students can analyse data with Python in Jupyter notebooks (for free) through the Callysto project.

Speakers

Byron Chu

Cybera Data Science Director, Callysto

Jerric Chen

Cybera

Jerric has a Master of Science in Computing Science from the University of Alberta, where he researched the intersection of human-computer interactions and AI. One of his proudest achievements in that role is developing a recommender system that helped students learn more collaboratively... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Technology, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Science, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12

1:00pm MST

L’égalité en math - plus qu’un symbole mathématique - 1ère à 3e année

Tout en math tourne autour de l’égalité. Une bonne compréhension de son sens et de ses utilisations permet aux élèves de mieux développer leurs habiletés. Une mauvaise compréhension peut gruger la confiance de nos élèves. Cet atelier a pour but d'éclairer le tout en visitant des approches et des activités riches de sens.

Speakers

Renée Michaud

Consultante en mathématiques/Math Consultant, RLM Consulting

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3

1:00pm MST

Making of a Math Genius

Learn to take a student from counting fingers and hating math to solving complex math problems and asking for more. This is a deliberate process going from basic skills to advanced math. Use proven, researched methods to instil foundation skills like the times tables. Develop an understanding of equations and algorithms with simple brain connections. Challenge the mind with levelled questions and problems. Connect math to real life problems. It’s a specific step by step approach that can be done with any class. Becoming good at math doesn’t happen by accident. With nontraditional methods, an understanding of concepts and opportunities to be challenged, any student can genuinely learn to master math and love numbers.

Speakers

Darren Michalczuk

Math Facts Made Simple

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

1:00pm MST

Math Games for Grades 4-6 Operations

Engaged practice is one of the most effective means of helping students attain mastery of math concepts. Hands-on math games provide repeated episodes of engaged practice. Participants will play and learn a variety of hands-on math games that will focus on: upper elementary fact fluency for multiplication along with review of fact fluency for addition and subtraction; single digit and multi-digit operations for adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing; beginning algebra and mathematical reasoning. Variations for each game will also be highlighted, providing opportunities to differentiate the games to best meet the specific needs of individual students in each classroom. The games will use as manipulatives common cards and dice which most schools and homes already have or can easily obtain. Teaching strategies like Teacher vs the Class, Math Breaks, and Class Data Charts will be highlighted during the session. Student work samples will be shared throughout the session along with teaching tips and management strategies. A handout will include game instructions, variations and gameboards as well as skills checklists to assess student learning.

Speakers

John Felling

presenter, Box Cars And One Eyed Jacks

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 4-6

1:00pm MST

Micro:bit Exploring Sensors

The micro:bit is a small programmable computer that promotes inclusive and creative learning that primes students to explore the rich potential of physical computing. Use it to teach any subject, from science to physical education. In this session we will be exploring the different sensors on the micro:bit - light meter, accelerometer, and radio! With this greater understanding, teachers and educators will leave the session fully prepared to show their own students how to use the micro:bit to protect their backpacks.

For this year’s Southern Alberta's Teachers conference we are holding a raffle for 10 micro:bits! If you sign up to book a Teacher Training or a Code in the Classroom with us you will be entered into the draw! Email Maia A.E. at maiaae@kidscodejeunesse.org to book a workshop with us and to be entered in the raffle. Make sure you mention that you were at this convention!

Speakers

Susan Sharpe

Facilitator & Community Developer, Kids Code Jeunesse

Susan Sharpe has worked as a community developer and instructor at Kids Code Jeunesse for 2 years. With a background in biochemistry and music she enjoys all sorts of fun coding projects. Kids Code Jeunesse is a bilingual Canadian charity determined to give every Canadian child... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
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Technology, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Science, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12

2:15pm MST

Pourquoi faire des puzzles en maths? 1ère à 6e année

Le raisonnement et la logique sont des processus mathématiques qui se développent. On passe à côté lorsque la stratégie prédominante est de démontrer un ensemble d’algorithmes que les élèves doivent mémoriser. Il existe de multiples formes de puzzles accessibles en ligne qui permettent le développement du raisonnement et de la logique. Dans cette session, nous verrons une panoplie d'exemples qui ont différents niveaux de difficultés et quelques façons de les utiliser.

Speakers

Renée Michaud

Consultante en mathématiques/Math Consultant, RLM Consulting

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

2:15pm MST

Shuffling Into Math for Grades 1-3

Engaged practice is one of the most effective means of helping students attain mastery of math concepts. Hands-on math games provide repeated episodes of engaged practice. Participants will play and learn a variety of hands-on math games that will focus on addition and subtraction at the grade 1 through 3 levels including fact fluency and multi-digit operations. Variations for each game will also be highlighted, providing opportunities to differentiate the games to best meet the specific needs of individual students in each classroom. The games will use as manipulatives common cards and dice which most schools and homes already have or can easily obtain. Specific content will include: adding and subtracting fact fluency; multi-digit adding and subtraction strategies with and without regrouping, composing and decomposing of larger numbers; number line strategies for 2-digit addition and subtraction leading to mental math strategies. Students work samples will be shared throughout the session along with teaching tips and management strategies. A handout will include game instructions, variations and gameboards as well as skills checklists to assess student learning.

Speakers

John Felling

presenter, Box Cars And One Eyed Jacks

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3

2:15pm MST

Grow into STEM activities with Micro:bits

STEM Education can save the world and bring hope and excitement to teachers and students alike. STEM involves students participating in cross-disciplinary activities involving (S)cience, (T)echnology, (E)ngineering, and (M)ath along with potential connections to any other subjects. In this pre-recorded session, participants will explore STEM education with an environmental focus and how to get started with the easy to use, inexpensive BBC micro:bit device. Fear not - this session is for absolute beginners and there are multiple optional activities that progress in challenge level. Join me for a hope-filled, hands-on session where you bring this exciting type of learning to your school. What's even better, micro:bits can be signed out from the ATA Library free to all members!

Speakers

Danny Maas

Executive Staff Officer, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association

Danny Maas is an Executive Staff Officer with The Alberta Teachers' Association in the Professional Development program area. He was previously the Manager of Educational Technology with Edmonton Catholic School Division and has supported teacher professional development for the past... Read More →

Thursday February 24, 2022 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
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Technology, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9 | Science, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9 | Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9

10:15am MST

Number Talks: Developing Mental Math and Computational Fluency With Ease

How can I help my students add, subtract, multiply or divide? Number talks are 5 - 10 minute daily classroom conversations around various calculation problems. Join this session to learn how to plan, teach and assess these purposefully crafted mini lessons 3-5 times per week. Materials and handouts provided with a link to the session. Incorporate this routine in your math class and you will notice significant improvement with your students ability to perform mental calculations in all operations.

Speakers

Nicole Lamoureux

Teacher, Edmonton Catholic Schools

Nicole Lamoureux has over 17 years of experience teaching in both Div 1 and Div 2 Elementary classrooms. She has also served as a math and science consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools (2018-2021). Nicole completed her M.Ed, in Curriculum Instruction & Leadership. She brings her... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 10:15am - 11:15am MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6

11:30am MST

Maker Tech? What the Heck?! (Maker Tech Available from your ATA Available)

Speakers

ATA Library

Librarian, The Alberta Teachers' Association

Friday February 25, 2022 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
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Technology, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Science, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12 | Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9, Gr 10-12

1:00pm MST

Comment corriger les nombres 1 à 100 et 100 à 999

Avez-vous des l ves qui m langent 13 avec 31 ou 44 avec 84? Pourquoi est-ce que les l ves ont de la difficult avec les nombres 1 100 et 100 999? C'est souvent cause du vocabulaire. Une fois que le vocabulaire et la repr sentation des nombres sont ma tris s, les l ves peuvent apprendre les plus grands nombres. Dans cet atelier, je vais pr senter un syst me logique, tape par tape, afin d'aider les l ves apprendre le vocabulaire difficile des nombres 1 100. Mon syst me inclut les nombres 11 16, 30 69, les nombres 70 99 et les nombres 100 999. Lors de mon atelier, je vais partager mon exp rience comme enseignante de ressources en math s, enseignante et parent ainsi que ma recherche de ma ma trise. Je vais aussi montrer les tapes l'aide des vid os, comment aider les jeunes en salle de classe, petit groupe, 1 1 et comment les parents peuvent aider la maison. Chaque participant va recevoir un livret incluant chaque tape avec des vid os qui accompagnent.

Speakers

Sarah Melo

Sarah Melo (M.Ed) is a French immersion elementary school teacher from Winnipeg, Manitoba, a mother of three children as well as a former math resource teacher and counselor. She has travelled to many countries and has taught in England, Japan and China. After completing her Master’s... Read More →

Friday February 25, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm MST
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Mathematics & Numeracy, K-Gr 3

2:15pm MST

Grow into STEM activities with Micro:bits

Speakers

Danny Maas

Executive Staff Officer, Professional Development, The Alberta Teachers' Association

Friday February 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:15pm MST
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Technology, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9 | Science, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9 | Mathematics & Numeracy, Gr 4-6, Gr 7-9