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Problem solving in groups is how the real world works
by Toby Maurice
Trisha Fink, TVDSB, Aldborough Public School
"I'm willing to try anything to get my students interested in math, to get them to build their con...
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Wipebook sponsors workshops and PD sessions!
by Toby Maurice
Thank you @pgliljedahl for showing us the importance of a Thinking Classroom for our Ss. Lots of great learning today @GPCSD @BurdessAlicia @Wa...
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Inquiry-based instruction in MATH and SCIENCE
by Toby Maurice
(GUEST POST: Allen Antoine)
During the week of July 9th, we had an awesome opportunity to bring mathematics and science educators together for a ...
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Do math people make good entrepreneurs
by Toby Maurice
Question: Should engineers, mathematicians, and science people automatically make good entrepreneurs.
MAYBE... if they use their analytical skil...
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Some effective study tips for your students
by Toby Maurice
Exam time is upon us, which means students everywhere are hunkering down with their study material in hand.
The question is: How do you make stu...
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What do most students do after they graduate
by Toby Maurice
I thought that it would be interesting to peel back the onion a bit and take a look at some stats surrounding the things that students do after the...
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Smart buildings will increase engagement and save you money
by Toby Maurice
Smart buildings stand out from more primitive structures in their use of technology to automatically adjust temperature, lighting, ventilation, an...
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Sticky moments and how they help us learn
by Toby Maurice
There's a concept floating around out there about something called "peak moments," which refers to times in our lives that are intense, emotional,...
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Hey Wipebook! What markers do you recommend
by Toby Maurice
The whole point of a Wipebook is to knock down the hesitation barriers that you might have when brainstorming, problem-solving, and figuring stuff...
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Embrace failure and learn to play
by Toby Maurice
Did you know that play has been shown to reduce stress levels and increase creativity in humans of all ages?
PLAY IS PART OF HUMAN NATURE
Ear...
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Put it in your own words (part 1)
by Toby Maurice
Let's face it. In today's digital world, it's pretty easy to get overwhelmed by information.
You know what I mean.
Downloading or uploading th...
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Does being confident make you smarter at math?
by Toby Maurice
If you take a look at the great athletes and great leaders out there today, like Sydney Crosby for example, (yes , I am Canadian and a crazy-ass-ho...
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