Survive and Thrive
This is an online conference for beginning and occasional teachers. It has been specifically designed to meet the needs of teachers whose learning curves are steep and whose needs in the classroom change frequently. It is run by the Ontario Teachers' Federation. Go to www.etfo.on.ca and click on Survive and Thrive
Filled with teaching strategies, lesson plans and independent activities, this site will become a sure "go to" for active OT's. There is something for all grades, divisions and subjects.
Special Education Gateway www.otffeo.on.ca Click on the Spec Ed hotlink
This collection of resources and strategies supports your teaching of special education students. You may also share a strategy.
Free of charge to members of ETFO - UCOL Workshops designated as PAID Professional Development - provide you with paid work. This counts toward your 10 day requirement and also for the purposes of both EI hours and pension contribution.
EQUITY WORKSHOP - Social Justice Begins With Me January 18, 2012 1 - 4 p.m.
Kemptville Municipal Complex, 285 County Rd. 44, SUITE B
Did you enjoy, More Than A Play? You are sure to enjoy this workshop for all Upper Canada occasional teachers! This professional learning opportunity is a year-round resource based on ten monthly themes (Self-esteem, Peace, Building supportive communities, Prejudice, Local and Global Citizenship and more!) It will assist in addressing issues of equity and social justice in our classrooms, as well as assisting our students in developing awareness and understanding of these issues.
Email your registration request to your PL team at: ucolprofessional.learning@gmail.com
UPPER CANADA D. S. B.
Excellent learning opportunities exist in our own Board. Take advantage of free upgrading to your skillset. Our collective agreement guarentees access to Board operated PD without charge but only if space allows. PD information is communicated primarily through Insite, the Board's internal communication system, and registration also takes place there.
Provincial PD from the Ontario Teachers' Federation (OTF)
A registration fee of $50 covers workshop materials, meals and two nights accommodation , if required. To check for workshops, go to otffeo.on.ca
PD Video Free and On Demand - go to otffeo.on.ca and click on PD Video Series to view titles or to watch a video.
Provincial PD from ETFO
Many ETFO conferences provide travel, accommodation, dependent care and paid release in addition to pertinent professional training. While most conferences outside of ETFO will cost you $300 - $600, ETFO will facilitate this for under $100. Some will even pay you to attend!
Check out the opportunities below and at etfo.on.ca
