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Originally published August 23, 2021 at https://www.bctf.ca/news-and-opportunities/news-details/2021/08/24/new-ebooks-in-the-bctf-teacher-library
Over 30 new eBooks on the practice of teaching have recently been added to the BCTF Teacher Library. BCTF members can access these books for free by clicking the links below. Newly Added Books
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You are invited to the BC Primary Teachers' Association's upcoming virtual event: Going Deeper - Next Steps: ”Love Builds Brains” on Saturday, April 29th from 9am-12 noon. Note: Tickets are not quite on sale yet but they're coming! Save the date and check back soon at http://www.bcpta.ca/wordpress/ This event will start with introductions at 9:00 am followed by two sessions. Tickets: $20 for BCTF members on-contract $10 for TTOCs and Student Teachers $50 for subscribers (Admin, Independent School Teachers, or out-of-province) Session 1: Dr. Jean Clinton MD, Clinical Professor at McMaster University and author of 'Love Builds Brains.' Many of you will be familiar with her research as she was the Keynote at the Primary Teachers' October 2022 conference where she spoke on her special interest in brain development and the crucial roles of relationships and connectedness. Movement Break Session 2: During this time, teachers will have an opportunity to share ideas and concerns for approximately 1 hour following a short break. Conclusion: 12:00 noon We will wrap up the day at noon. We hope you will be able to attend this special event where we can connect and learn together! For tickets and more information, go to http://www.bcpta.ca/wordpress/   You're invited to the BC Teacher Education Network's Virtual Gathering Wed March 22nd! #BCTEN3/17/2023 Join us for the #BCTEN (BC Teacher Education Network) Virtual Gathering, Pushing Boundaries, Crossing Borders: "Nourishing the Learning Spirit," on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 from 9am to 11am over zoom. Where? The Zoom link to join is https://bit.ly/BCTEN2023 Who? You! BC educators, educational leaders, and academics form the Panel & Conversations. Panel Members:
See more information and bios below! Share from https://mobile.twitter.com/BCTENetwork/status/1632872827547455488
Coming up: April 4th, 2023 – CONVERSATIONS! New reporting order edition. How do I assess?
BCECTA will be in it just like any other participant, and we hope to see you there! Note: these will not be recorded. ACBC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. "ACBC CONVERSATIONS! New Reporting Order edition – How do I assess?" Time: Apr 4, 2023 03:30 PM Vancouver Click here for more information & the zoom link on Shannon Schinkel's Blog "Beyond Report Cards" https://mygrowthmindset.home.blog/acbc/ You’ve likely heard of culturally responsive math education (CRME). But what about culturally responsive math assessment! How can we assess students’ mathematical knowledge and competencies through the practices of CRME? In this series we explore the nature of culturally responsive mathematics education through connections to land, story, community and mathematics. We look to nature and Indigenous perspectives to conceptualize learning that includes cycles of feedback (with self, others, environment, and materials) and discuss approaches and principles for culturally responsive math assessment. Registration is still open for a free three-part online professional learning series examining culturally responsive assessment practices in K-12 mathematics education. Click here for video recordings of Sessions 1 and 2, facilitator biographies, and registration for Session 3: https://elvlc.educ.ubc.ca/culturally-responsive-mathematics-assessment/ Date(s): November 2, 2022 (video recording here), January 25, 2023 (video recording here) & February 22, 2023 (register here) Time: 3:30pm - 4:45pm (PST) Format: Virtual Audience: Teachers and TOCs Cost: Free Register by: Registration will remain open until February 21, 2023 @UBCEduc @EdithLandoVLC #bcedchat 
You are invited to register for the Provincial Intermediate and Middle Years Teachers' Association myPITA Spring Conference in Whistler, Friday, May 5, 2023! Early bird fees are available at a reduced rate until 11:59pm on April 15, 2023. NOTE: This event has a limited number of seats and it will quickly sell out. Discounted hotel rooms are available at the Hilton Whistler Resort until April 4 or when the rooms sell out (First Come First Serve) Registration closes at noon on April 29. https://spring.ourconference.ca/ AM Sessions
 For those of you interested in joining myPITA for Grade 4-7 Core French support sessions.
- Bring along activities you've used - Come with questions and worries - Bounce ideas off other Core French teachers - Curriculum objectives and how to meet them - Themes based around upcoming calendar events are to promote conversation, not strict meeting guidelines Monthly Zoom meetings. Drop in when you can/need Time: 3:45-4:45pm Dates: Thursday, October 13th Thursday, November 10th Thursday, December 8th Thursday, January 12th Thursday, February 9th Thursday, March 9th Thursday, April 6th Thursday, May 11th Please fill out the form below: Q&A: “Dear BCECTA, what are the pros and cons of working in multiple districts?”
Participants: Nicole (BCECTA president), Kristine (BCECTA Co-Vice President) & an anonymous guest teacher. Nicole: Back when I started as a TTOC in 2012 there weren’t as many jobs available as now. That was before 2016 when the BCTF won the Supreme Court Ruling. In 2012, you usually had to work in multiple districts and potentially also work an evening or weekend job if you wanted to earn a living. At that time there was also a rule about “Scale Pay:” in order to get a day rate corresponding to your salary level on the pay scale, TTOCs needed to work 4 days in a row in the same district. In short, there were advantages to working in multiple district (ie, more days of work, more experiences, possibility of getting work on a pro-d day), there were also disadvantages, such as navigating 2 different callout systems, 2 different email systems, 2 different calendars, and less of a chance you’d hit those 4 days in a row. For me if I suddenly taught in another district on the 4th day I was earning about $120 less retroactive to the first day. It could get confusing and stressful because I had to really watch my paycheques to make sure corrections were made from period to period. And if I wasn’t available on one day I had to book myself unavailable twice – once in each dispatch system. Kristine: “See… I never took a TTOC position because I wanted structure… and I am fluent in French so I got offered a position right away.” Nicole: “I was lucky in that my French meant I got to work every single day if I wanted to, and was usually booked in advance. I didn’t need to deal with 5 am phone calls often.I enjoyed the variety of TTOC'ing and it meant I had time to work in a restaurant evenings and weekends too." Guest Teacher: "I remember the Pay Scale 4 day rule! Also, we only got $3 per day in-lieu of benefits then, and the salary cap for TTOCs was something like Category 5 step 3. I’m really glad TTOCs get better compensation now. To be honest, I didn’t TTOC much… I wish I had the chance to get to know the cultures of different districts before I was locked into one." Nicole: Why didn’t you have that chance?  Chapters International is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for educators, happening in Richmond on 22nd & 23rd April 2023.
The Kaleidoscope of Inquiry Conference brings together a group of globally renowned educators who, over 1.5 days, will invite participants to take a deep dive into the transformative potential of inquiry-based practices in classrooms, staff rooms and communities at large. Our presenters reflect a diverse range of experiences from teaching preschool through to senior secondary schools and universities. They have worked around the world in a range of settings and bring unique perspectives on the ways in which inquiry can be harnessed for powerful learning. While each presenter has expertise in the field of inquiry learning, this will be the first time they have come together to create such a special professional learning experience! Featured B.C. Educators:
International Educators:
Click to register here. CAD 500 Per Participant Closing Date 1st April 2023 #ProD #Inquiry
The BCAMT invites educators to participate in an opportunity to deepen understandings of inclusion for all students in mathematics. In this session BC math educators will discuss an NCSM Leadership in Mathematics Education Learning podcast featuring Rachel Lambert, whose work “investigates the intersections between disability studies in education and mathematics education.” Rachel is a former classroom and special education teacher who now researches neurodiversity and learning mathematics. To learn more about Rachel and her work, visit her website, mathematizing4all.
Participants in the series will listen to NCSM podcast #68 “#DeleteDeficitThinking: How changing beliefs can transform our mathematics classrooms” before the discussion on March 8th. Then, join the BCAMT community from 4:30-5:30pm via Zoom to discuss how the ideas in the podcast can contribute to inclusion in our classrooms. The session will be hosted by Jess Kyle and Darcy House of the BCAMT executive. To register and receive the Zoom link, please fill out this form. BCAMT looks forward to continuing the theme of our fall conference “A Space To Belong” through this exploration of Rachel’s work in inclusion. To join the BCAMT, visit the BCTF PSA page at: https://bctf.ca/psa/join.aspx. Membership Rates: BCTF Member $40.00 Student/Retired Teacher $20.00 Subscription / Non-BCTF Member $65.52 Benefits of Membership:
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