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In conversation with Charles Fadel, Founder & Chairman, Center for Curriculum Redesign on His Latest Book “Education for the Age of AI”

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Dear MindShare Learning Community Members,

 

Happy Friday!

 

Our team is thrilled to bring you the latest edition of the Canadian EdTech MindShare Report

 

We have a number of BIG news highlights to end the week! 

 

SEL Webinar: Committee for Children & MindShare Learning Partner to Host 'Empowering Students with Social-Emotional Learning" FREE Webinar, Tuesday, June 11, 2pm ET. RSVP

 

C21 Canada Spotlight, Dr. Chris Kennedy, Superintendent West Vancouver Honoured: Dr. Chris Kennedy, Superintendent and CEO West Vancouver School District receives the C21 Canada Shifting Minds Award for leading and innovation.  " Chris's dedication to fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation has had a profound impact on the students, educators, and community of West Vancouver," said David Roberts, President, C21 Canada.

 

This Week on MindShareTV: Charles Fadel, Global Education Thought Leader on his latest book, “Education for the Age of AI.”

 

Canadian EdTech Summit Highlight of the Week:  MindShare Learning Partners with University of Toronto Scarborough to Host the 15th Canadian EdTech Summit -- ‘ Navigating the Future of Education in an AI Inspired World NEW STEM AI Showcase. Dr. Steve Joordens to serve as Co-Chair!  Nelson Announced as New Platinum Sponsor! October 31-November 2. SAVE the DATE! Call for Speakers & Sponsors! 

 

GenAI Tool of the Week Spotlight: This week's GenAI spotlight is on Canva Create, new features, and improvements to existing ones. 

 

K-12 News: Five more Canadian school boards sue social media giants, alleging harm to students’ mental health!

 

Post-Secondary News: Waterloo U Alumnus revolutionizes battery technology using saltwater, N.S. government spends $350,000 in funding on first of its kind simulator for NSCC, Northlands College Unveils Metaverse for bridging rural divide   

 

Upcoming Events and Resources: We're thrilled to forge our strategic partnership with ISTETLive24 in Denver hosting our 29th CanAm Celebration of Excellence VIP Reception! Closer to home, MindShare is thrilled to be attending the upcoming ECNO conference! DM Robert to connect at ECNO! 

 

EdTech CANADA Join us on June 8th,10am-1pm, for the Launch of the EdTech Accelerator and First-Ever EdTech CANADA ALLIANCE Leader Meetup @MindShare Workspace! FEATURING SPECIAL EDTECH LEADER GUESTS FROM THE U.S. ON SECRETS TO DOING BUSINESS AND THRIVING! RSVP.

 

Remembering Robert (Bob) Lee, former Director of Education, Peel District School Board and Founder of ERDI Canada. I was saddened to learn from Bob's son Michael of his passing recently. Bob was a friend and colleague who will be greatly missed. A celebration of life will be held in June. For any inquiries or condolences, please contact Michael Lee, michael_lee@erdi.ca.

 

In late breaking news! Our friends at Let’s Talk Science, a national, charitable education and outreach organization are pleased to announce the Government of Canada’s commitment to provide $28.5 million in funding over five years. 

 

Feel free to drop me a note with your inspiring news, research, careers, and upcoming events. We love to hear from our much valued community! And, please do share this eMag with a colleague to help nurture continued innovation across Canada and beyond! 

 

On behalf of our team, we are grateful for the growing MindShare Learning community we are nurturing across Canada and beyond (over 25 countries receive our eMag!). Special thanks to you, our board of advisors, partners, and our team who continue to inspire me every day!

 

Until next time, stay healthy, stay safe, and keep the digital learning curve steep!

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P.S. Today is the last day to submit to Canada's Schools of the Future [Student Innovation] Challenge! ENTER NOW to WIN!
 
 
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Founder & President, MindShare Learning Technology™
Chief Digital Publisher, The MindShare Learning Report™
Founder, MindShare Workspace--Your Place to Work & Learning
CEO & Co-founder, C21 Canada--Canadians for 21st Century Learning & Innovation
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Committee for Children & MindShare Learning Partner to Host
'Empowering Students with Social-Emotional Learning" FREE Webinar
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15th Canadian Edtech Summit News
Toronto, ON – May 31, 2024 – MindShare Learning is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus (UTSC) to host the 15th Canadian EdTech Leadership Summit and STEM Showcase. The event will take place from October 31 to November 2, 2024, in the newly built Sam Ibrahim Active Learning Spaces Building at UTSC.
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 WIN a Classroom Makeover!
FINAL DAY TO ENTER!
 
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EdTech CANADA Join us on June 8th, 10am-1pm, for the Launch of the EdTech Accelerator and First-Ever Edtech CANADA ALLIANCE Leader Meetup @MindShare Workspace!
FEATURING SPECIAL EDTECH LEADER GUESTS FROM THE U.S. ON SECRETS TO DOING BUSINESS AND THRIVING!
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SIIA CODiE Winners
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THE DA 100 Winners
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Featured GenAI Tool of Week
Canva Create
The Magic Studio family got some new features, and improvements to existing ones. Magic Studio is included with Canva Pro, Canva Teams and Canva Enterprise.
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Quote of the Week

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Book of the Week
 
Amid the discourse surrounding the controversial role of generative AI in education, Practical AI Strategies goes beyond the hype to explore the opportunities and challenges of the technology in K-tertiary education. The book looks past individual applications to explore the broader landscape of generative artificial intelligence, offering educators invaluable insights into its workings and ethical considerations.
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 Huge congrats to our incredible co-op students, Ahad and Sharvi, on an incredible presentation at the St. Marcellinus Secondary School Co-op Fair! We are so proud to have you as part of our team! 
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MindShare Learning is Pleased to Announce a Media Partnership with ISTE Hosting our 29th CanAm VIP Celebration Event At ISTELive24 Denver
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C21 Canada CEO Academy Spotlight

This prestigious award recognizes those who embody the spirit of innovation and excellence in education. " Chris's dedication to fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation has had a profound impact on the students, educators, and community of West Vancouver."

 

" Through his visionary leadership, Chris has demonstrated a commitment to embracing 21st-century learning models and leveraging technology to enhance educational experiences. His collaborative approach has empowered educators and students alike to thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape." -- David Robert, President, C21 Canada

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K-12 Top News Stories
1. Government of Canada Invests in Let’s Talk Science, Boosting National STEM Education Opportunities for Children and Youth
letstalkscience.ca, May 26, 2024
Let’s Talk Science, a national, charitable education and outreach organization – is pleased to announce the Government of Canada’s commitment to provide $28.5 million in funding over five years. The investment, provided through the Strategic Science Fund, will begin in 2024 and will have a significant impact towards our ability to deliver programming that supports skills and competency development in children and youth across Canada through science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.
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2. ‘Help people feel empowered’: Oshawa students dream of new, accessible solutions
durhamregion.com, May 21, 2024

Students at the school were tasked with finding solutions to some practical accessibility solutions as part of a new Durham District Schools Board (DDSB) project — 3D Printing Project: Dream, Design, Deliver — which is aimed at teaching students to use 3D printing technology to address common accessibility issues.

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3. OCSB Students Excel in Toshiba ExploraVision Awards
ocsb.ca, May 22, 2024

Anjali, Ellen, and Aubry, three exceptional students from St. Andrew Elementary School’s Program for Gifted Learners, secured second place in the renowned Toshiba ExploraVision Awards, a prestigious STEM competition in North America. Their achievement truly reflects their and their educators’ commitment to Deep Learning.

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4. Five more Canadian school boards sue social media giants, alleging harm to students’ mental health
theglobeandmail.com, May 29, 2024
Five more Ontario school boards and two private schools are suing the companies behind social-media platforms Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat and TikTok, accusing them of designing unsafe and addictive products that harm the mental health of students and disrupt learning.
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5. Manitoba students find new ways to learn new skills, develop passions with eSports
globalnews.ca, May 23, 2024

When you think of learning new life skill, video games typically aren’t top of mind as a way to facilitate learning. However across Canada, more and more schools are creating their own eSports teams as a way to get students more engaged, and work on skills such as teamwork, communication and discipline.

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Post-Secondary Top News 
6. Alumnus revolutionizes battery technology using saltwater
uwaterloo.ca, May 21, 2024

Cleland leveraged his skills in electrochemistry and his passion for environmental sustainability to co-found Aqua-Cell Energy Inc., a start-up focused on designing affordable, safe energy storage for commercial and industrial solar power. Cleland's company aims to address the issue of energy storage in the renewable energy industry using low-cost and sustainable materials.

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7. Building Canada's future tech workforce
queensu.ca, May 16, 2024

Queen’s is launching new training programs in the areas of cleantech, artificial intelligence, and robotics to prepare students for careers in high demand fields.
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8. N.S. government spends $350,000 in funding on first of its kind simulator for NSCC
atlantic.ctvnews.ca, May 20, 2024

The Nova Scotia government is funding a new fisheries simulator for the NSCC Shelburne Campus which will allow students to practise operating fishing vessels while on land.

The simulator features navigation systems for both fishing and aquaculture, making it the first of its kind in Canada.

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9. ProfBot, a new AI-powered chatbot, could be student’s next study-buddy
torontomu.ca, May 04, 2024

Students may soon have a new study buddy to help them prepare for exams, an AI tool named ProfBot.

ProfBot, a new AI-powered chatbot, was developed and tested by Dr. Sean Wise, a professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University.

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10. NORTHLANDS COLLEGE UNVEILS METAVERSE FOR BRIDGING RURAL DIVIDE
northlandscollege.ca, May 27, 2024

Northlands College proudly launched the Northlands College Metaverse Campus becoming one of the colleges in Canada to establish a full campus presence in the Metaverse. This achievement heralds a new era of transformational learning tools as we continue to push the boundaries of education and integration of technology across Northern Saskatchewan. 

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Career Opportunities
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SAVE THE DATE: 15th Canadian EdTech Summit UofT Toronto October 31- November 2. Call for Speakers and Sponsors! 
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Professional Learning Events 
ECNO Conference
June 2-4, 2024                           
EduTeach2024
June 15-16, 2024                           
ISTE Conference
June 23-26, 2024                          
HolonIQ 2024 'Back to School' Summit
September 10-11, 2024                          
EDUCAUSE Annual Conference
October 21-24, 2024                          
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Teacher/Parent Resources Corner 

Parent Teaching Resources 
1. Edwin Live Lessons: Celebrating the Impact of Indigenous Contributions

 

Celebrate with us on June 5 at 1 p.m. EST for a special Live Lesson where students will explore the remarkable achievements and contributions of Indigenous changemakers.

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2. Minecraft Education Lesson Library

This lesson library contains all the resources you need to run various lessons with your students. From lesson plans and teacher preparation videos to student "pause and play" videos, Minecraft worlds, curriculum connections and more - this library has it all! 

 

3. Free edWeb webinars with CE certificates
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About MindShare Learning

MindShare Learning is Canada’s Leading EdTech Media, Marketing & Strategy Consulting Company. We offer expert insight to the learning technology sector to help leaders and learners thrive in the 21st Century global knowledge-based digital economy.

 

The MindShare Report Mission

 

Our goal is to keep you current and at the forefront of innovation in Canadian education through our weekly eMag. Be sure to connect with us:

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Dr. Ron Owston, PhD., Research Associate, University Professor Emeritus, Former Dean of Faculty, York University 
Chris Kim, PhD., Research Associate, Software Engineer, software studio, Fresco Industries

Timothy Gard, B.Ed., OCT, M.A, Chief Learning Strategist 
Hanan Mousa, M.B.A, B.C. S. Digital Media Specialist

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The MindShare Report is grateful for the guidance and support provided by our esteemed advisory board. Members include: 
Laurent Burman, M.B.A., Chief Commercial Officer, Sound Commerce 
Kevin Custer, Founding Principal, Arc Capital Development 
Chip Fesko, Principal, Chip Fesko & Associates
Ian Fogarty, Educator, Riverview High School | MindShare National Video Challenge Award Winner 
Dr. GuyTetrault, Award Winning Sun West School Division, Director & CEO  (Retired)
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, Principal, St. George's School 
Dr. Susanne Lajoie, Professor, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, McGill University 
David Marsi, Senior Manager Training Initiatives, ScotiaMcLeod  
Mirella Rossi, Superintendent of Education, Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
Sandra Chow, Award Winning Teacher, Toronto District School Board (On Leave serving as a Director of Technology & Instruction at a School in China
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