Browse MERN Fora Presentations

1:0A "Improving Learning Outcomes", Keynote Address Dr. Benjamin Levin Abstract
 
1:1A "Fourteen Facets of Traditional Indigenous Education: Can/Should These Be Embodied in Today's Classroom?" Roger Neil  
1:1C "Aboriginal Dropout or Resistance: What Can We Do To Stem The Tide" K.P. Binda  
1:1D "Bipolar Disorder: Curriculum Input vs Learner Output" Blaine Hatt  
1:1E "Comparing Mainstream and Cluster Classroom Programs: Action Research in Brandon" Adrian Kuryliw  
1:2A "Augmentative and Alternative Communication Assessment Sourcebook" Alexa Okrainec Paper  
1:2B "Manitoba's Involvement in the Montreal Study on Teaching and Learning" Raymond Théberge  
1:2C "Education Research and Teacher Candidates: Creating Meaningful Practicum Experiences" Richard Harbeck  
1:2D "Precision Reading: The Research Record" Rick Freeze  
1:2E "Researching the Effects on Mathematics Teaching and Learning Through the Arts Program" Jerry Ameis & Sharon Smith Abstract
 
1:3A "Masculine Literacy; Effects of Text and Sex of Reading Coach on Boys Attitudes Toward and Achievement in Literacy" Herb Katz & Laura Sokal  
1:3B "It's More Than Knowing the Science: A Case Study In Elementary Science Curriculum Review" Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
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1:3C "Manitoba Speech-Language Pathology Outcomes Measures Initiative" Mark Robertson & Sheri-Lynn Skwarchuk  
1:3D "Aboriginal Adult Learners in Adult Education Centres Jim Silver  
1:3E "Removing Barriers to Post-Secondary Access Through Partnership: Career Trek" Darrell Cole & Elaine Wilson  
1:4A "A Comparative Study of Best Practices Teaching English as a Second Language in Low Incident Areas" Sandra Kouritzin  
1:4B "Creating Positive Environments: Toward Optimal Learning and Wellbeing of School Children" Riva Bartell  
1:4C "Action Research and Aboriginal Education" Leon Simard  
1:4D "Sharing Complex Visions for Inclusive Schools" Paul Betts & Beverley Bailey Abstract
 
1:4E "Manitoba's Involvement in the Montreal Study on Teaching and Learning Raymond Théberge  
2:1A "Rural Education and School Reform: A Manitoba Case Study of the Missing Voice in Education Policy Development in Canada" Dawn Wallin  
2:1B "Connecting the Arts Community to Schools and Families" Sharon Smith & Jerry Ameis Abstract
 
2:1C "Research That Drives the New PE/HE Curriculum" Heather Willoughby & Nick Dyck  
2:1D "The Need for Designated Community Schools" Helen Armstrong Abstract
 
2:1E "A Study of Aboriginal Learners Attending Adult Learning Centres" Jim Silver  
2:2A "Mentoring for Talent Development for At-Risk Populations" Ken McCluskey  
2:2B "Advancing Community Schools: Improving the Capacity of the School and Home to Foster Healthy Early Years Development" Cathy Dearden & Team  
2:2C "Empowering Parents with a Modified Voucher System" Rodney Clifton Abstract
 
2:2D "Sharing Complex Visions for Inclusive Schools" Beverley Bailey & Paul Betts  
2:2E "Cultural Sensitivity" David Paul  
2:3A "Comprehensive Assessment Program - Data into Practice for Children and Families" Doug Edmond & Brent Guinn  
2:3B "Cultural Loyalty: Aboriginal Students Take an Ethical Stance" Nathalie Piquemal  
2:3C "Career Trek: Creating Opportunities for Children and Families" Kathryn Levine  
2:3D "Parents at the Periphery: Roles and Expectations of Minority Parents and Communities in Schools" Sandra Kouritzin  
2:3E "It Takes a School to Educate a Child with ADHD" Sherri-Lynn Skwarchuk & Debbie Parrott  
2:4A "A Winnipeg Study of Aboriginal Youth Leaders" Annabelle Mays & Josie Hill  
2:4B "Understanding the Early Years - About Children, Families and Schools" Doug Edmond & Tara Orlikow Abstract
 
2:4C "Special Delivery Club: Analysis of a Program for Young Parents" Noreen Ek  
2:4D "The River East Community Schools Initiative: Bringing Families, Schools, and Community Together to Ensure Better Life and Learning Outcomes for Children" Trish Ward Abstract
 
2:4E "What are we Learning about the Links between Schools, Families and Communities?" Deborah Giesbrecht  
3:0A "School Planning and Reporting/Keynote Address" Dr. Benjamin Levin Paper  
3:1A "Improving the Process of University and School Division Collaboration in School Planning" Helen Armstrong &Donna Michaels  
3:1B "A Study of the Lions-Quest Program in Manitoba Schools" Bruce Mintenko, K.P. Binda, Gary Nicol  
3:1C "Analyzing and Reporting Test Score Data using Excel" Ken Clark Abstract
 
3:1D "Dancing with the Bear" Sharon Pekrul & Dauphin Regional Comp. Sec. School Improvement Team  
3:2A "School Planning in the Brandon School Division" Donna Michaels, Marlene Gregory, Harvey Laluk  
3:2B "Improving Employment Readiness of Students: A Market-Oriented Approach" Satyendra Singh Abstract
 
3:2C "Supporting Inclusive Schools: School-Based Planning and Reporting: The Next Level" Members of MECY's Working Group on Planning in Education Abstract
 
3:2D "Are you saying it's my fault? - Exploring the Influence of a Principal on Elementary Science Delivery" Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
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3:3A "Data into Practice: Understanding the Early Years and Comprehensive Assessment Initiatives in Winnipeg School Division" Doug Edmond  
3:3B "Fostering School Improvement: MSIP Perspective Based on Research and Practice" Sharon Pekrul  
3:3C "Valid Assessment Practices: Assessment of Learning and Assessment for Learning" John Goran & Dana Dvorak  
3:3D "Large-scale Testing Meets Constructivist Curriculum" Shelley Hasinoff Abstract
 
3:4A "Making Pre-school Connections with Families" Pat Bowslaugh  
3:4B "Winnipeg Education Centre - An Evolving Access Model for Teacher Preparation" Ken McCluskey & Phil Baker  
3:4C "Community Perspectives on School Planning and Reporting" Deborah Giesbrecht & MAST Representative  
3:4D "Strengthening School Planning and Reporting - Essential Practices and Considerations" Stephen Jaddock Paper  
3:4E "Using the EDI results to establish pre-school partnerships in South Parkland" Tanya Edgar Abstract
 
4:1A "Teacher Education" Donna Michaels  
4:2A "Teacher Education and Professional Development as a Collaborative Inquiry" Wayne Serebrin  
4:3A "Promoting Contemplative Practice and Social Consciousness through Student Publications" Mike Bergsgaard  
4:4A "The Role of the Collaborating Teacher in an on-site Preservice Teacher Education Program" Gestny Ewart  
4:5A "Teacher Education: Bridging the Theory Practice Gap" Beverley Bailey  
5:1A Community Pathways of Aboriginal Youth Leaders Dr. Annabelle Mays  
5:1B "An Assessment of the Initial Impact of Long-Term Career Education Intervention in a First Nations Community: The Skownan First Nation Experience " Darrell Cole, Dr. Michael Heine  
5:1C "Strengthening Student Transitions through Inquiry into Aboriginal Education " Helen Settee, Sheila Spooner, Betty-Ann McIvor  
5:1D "Student Voice: Voices of Today and Tomorrow " Jeanne Gitzel Abstract
 
5:1E "Through the Eyes of the Beholders: Stakeholders Experiences with Community-Based Adult Literacy Programs That Include Adult and Youth at Risk " Marion Terry  
5:2A "Thinking Like Archimedes: An Instructional Design Experiment " Evan Janzen Roth, Dr. Ralph Mason Abstract
 
5:2B "To Be Your Own Best Teacher: Daily Electronic Mentoring for Student Teachers " Peter McKay,Sherry Peden  
5:2C "Action Research in an Intensive Learning Program " Audrhea Lande, Susan Koloski Abstract
 
5:2D "Multiage Classrooms: Facilitating Transitions from Grade to Grade" Julie Ann Kniskern, Dr. Cam Symon, Steve Lawrie, Robin Wiebe, Laurie Edel  
5:2E "Student Transitions and Post-Secondary Education " Dan Smith Abstract
 
5:3A "National Network for Educational Renewal (NNER)- Literacy Transitions/Kindergarten to Adult Learners " Dr. Donna Michaels, Dr. Beverley Bailey Abstract
 
5:3B "Action Research Comes of Age " Dr. Ralph Mason Abstract
 
5:3C "From Student to Teacher: Community Resources Strengthening Post-Secondary Student Transitions " Vince Stoneman, Sherry Peden Abstract
 
5:3D "Educaring - Transitioning in the Early Years " Carolyn Duhamel, Pat Wege  
5:3E "Addressing Risk and Building Resilience Through Career Exploration " Dr.Dawn Sutherland, Kathryn Levine Abstract
 
5:4A "HELP! Gen-V Teaching Gen-Y " Dr. John Anchan  
5:4B "Constraints and Contributors to Becoming a Science-Teacher Leader " Dr. Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
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5:4C "From Home To School We Go " Deb McCallum Abstract
 
5:4D "Evaluating Adult Education in Winnipeg's Inner City: The Mature Grade Twelve Diploma " Paul Willets, Courtney Edmundson, Matt Hamilton Abstract
 
5:4E "Community-Based Aboriginal Curriculum Initiatives: Implementation and Evaluation" Dr. Helen Armstrong, Aldin Foy, Barbara Gfellner, Lorne Keeper, Violet Okemaw, Doreen McPherson, Leah La Plante, Sherry Peden, Brian Ranville, Leon Simard Abstract
 
6:1A "Analyzing and Reporting Provincial Test Score Data Using Excel" Ken Clark  
6:1B "Policy Governance in Action!" Kris Friesen and School Trustees Abstract
 
6:1C "What Every Middle School Student Wants us to Know About Them" Orest Deneka, John Isbister  
6:1D "Community And School Coming Together Wings Of Power Family Resource Centre" Paul Magnan, Michelle Berthelette  
6:1E "Making Connections in Educational Research: A Study of year one of a three year mentoring project with Mountain View School Division" Joan Martin, Debra Abraham Radi  
6:1F "Mentoring as Jazz - The Riff for Retrospective Improvisation and Critically Reflective Thinking in Mentoring Students At-Risk" Lesley Eblie  
6:2A "The missing link: Teachers' views on the integration of Aboriginal perspectives into the school curriculum" Yatta Kanu  
6:2B "Count Me In! Relating children's home environmental experiences to their mathematical accomplishments in school" S.L. Skwarchuk and Research Collaborators  
6:2C "Talent Development" Tanya Magnan, Linda Tait, Anthony Steffes  
6:2D "Continua - Systematic Reading and Writing Assessment" Karen David, Leone Rondeau  
6:2E "Student Voices on Student Learning" Scott Hill, Eileen Sutherland  
6:2F "Looking AT inquiry, relationship and schooling WITH Aboriginal people" Paul Betts, Beverley Bailey, Robin Enns  
6:3A "Action Research on a Developmental Continuum for Using ICT to Support Thinking and Learning" Cheryl Prokopanko  
6:3B "Music as Catalyst for Positive Learning Community" Kevin Doell  
6:3C "Outcome Planning and Learning Communities" Chrissy Viznaugh, Janice Leroux, Cheryl MacKinnon  
6:3D "Socioeconomic Status and Educational Outcomes: The 'Whole Truth', And What To Do About It" Randy Fransoo  
6:3E "Peace Education" Gabriela Lasko  
6:3F "Collaborative Narrative Inquiry: The ArtsSmarts Manitoba Research Project" Debra Abraham Radi, Joan Martin, Berryl Peters, Lesley Eblie  
6:3G "Student Perspectives in Educational Decision Making" Scott Hill, Carolyn Duhamel  
6:4A "School and Division Planning Database" Larry Budzinski  
6:4B "'From Good to Great' A Professional Growth Model for Educational/Organizational Leaders" Duane Brothers, Marg Janssen  
6:4C "From Research to Action Loa Midford  
6:4D "Aboriginal Capacity Building on Post-Secondary Institutions: Trying to Get to Town without Tipping the Canoe!!!" Sheila Spooner, Leon Simard  
6:4E "Connecting Research to Policy and Practice in Winnipeg School Division" Doug Edmond  
6:4F "What the Field Wants in Teacher Preparation Programs - a Longitudinal Study" Gerald Neufeld Paper  
7:0A "Creativity, Diversity, and other Conundrums", Keynote Address Dr. Louis Visintin Paper  
7:1A "Gakina awiya biindigeg (Everyone welcome)" Lesley Eblie & Ken McCorkle  
7:1B "Barriers to learning and strategies for transformation: Exploring the challenges of youth and adults from war affected backgrounds and the teachers who work with them" Karen Magro  
7:1C "Diversity and peace: Integrating conflict resolution education into social studies curriculum" Nancy Chislett  
7:1D "Beyond education: The economic and social impact of adult learning centres in rural Manitoba" Jerry Storie  
7:1E "A summary of proceedings from the first annual 'Aboriginal Education Research Forum', June 2005" Leon Simard  
7:2A "Valuing diversity: From development to sustainability" Marlene Atleo  
7:2B "So what if the 'diverse' are 'bad' kids?" Helen Armstrong  
7:2C "Instructional approaches used by content area teachers" Donna Copsey Haydey  
7:2D "Support for early literacy practices in rural Manitoba schools an online professional learning community" Julie Ann Kniskern, Janet Dent, Joan Bartley  
7:3A "Francophone students in minority-language settings: Analysis of performance levels of SAIP assessments - exploring pedagogical, socio-cultural and economical considerations in order to support learning/teaching" Jules Rocque  
7:3B "Trajectories: Listening for diversity in high school" Ralph Mason & Janelle McFeetors  
7:3C "'Windshield' research: Driving the pickup truck of diversity in the Brandon University B.Ed program" Robin Enns  
7:3D "Building hope: Appropriate programming for adolescent and young adult newcomers of war-affected backgrounds" Tony Tavares  
7:3E "Restorative justice education: Aboriginal peacemaking philosophy" John Hansen  
7:4A "The role of conflict in learning" Alexa Okrainec  
7:4B "Killing a big moose" Leon Simard  
7:4C "Pioneers in policy leadership: The new model of school board governance evolving in Manitoba" Laura Reimer  
7:4D "Kaitlyn's dance: Professional learning through arts-based teaching" Joan Martin & Ralph Mason  
8:1A "Identifying and addressing the challenges of the rural principal" Tim De Ruyck Abstract
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8:1B "Rural educational priorities and capacity in Manitoba: A summary of research" Dawn Wallin  
8:1C "Brandon school division literacy project 2003-2007" Mathew Gustafson, Craig Laluk, John Minshull & Cathy Watt  
8:1D "Rurality a potential advantage? Marlene Atleo  
8:1E "A framework for sustainable agriculture in Manitoba curriculum" Mona Maxwell Abstract
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8:1F "Changing the scale of professional development" Lynn Whidden & Ralph Mason  
8:2A "Brandon school division middle years initiative" Betty Howell & Donna Forsyth  
8:2B "Senior years review in Evergreen school division: Engaging student, teacher and community voices in dialogue toward change for our high schools" Paul Cuthbert, Scott Hill & Students  
8:2C "Linking communities to enhance learning opportunities in science for both teachers and students in minority language schools" Rodelyn Stoeber & Brahim Ould Baba  
8:2D "Aboriginal teacher and EAL (English as an additional language) teachers: Developing a common discourse" Marlene Atleo  
8:2E "An examination of educational problems as perceived by rural educators" Amjad Malik & K.P. Binda  
8:2F "Brandon school division graduation study 2003-2005" Donna Michaels, Marlene Gregory, Doug Milak, Adrian Kuryliw & Barry Gooden  
8:3A "Manitoba community schools: New models for community economic development" Laine Mosset  
8:3B "A voice for parents in rural Manitoba" Sharon Burns  
8:3C "Teacher perceptions of factors influencing science program delivery in rural francophone minority settings in Manitoba & Saskatchewan" Brian Lewthwaite, Robert Renaud & Rodelyn Stoeber Abstract
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8:3D "Rural education and learning: Past, present perspectives and future possibilities" Karen Rempel  
8:3E "Student voice: Voices of today and tomorrow" Jeanne Gitzel  
8:3F "The whole school approach to education: A case study of an environmental school in rural Costa Rica" Don Metz  
8:4A "Prevalence of anxiety disorder among intermediate students with reading comprehension problems in northern Manitoba" Harold MacDonald  
8:4B "Rural educational priorities and capacity in Manitoba: A summary of research" Dawn Wallin  
8:4C "'I want to enable teachers in their change': Exploring the influence of a superintendent on science delivery" Brian Lewthwaite & Paul Cuthbert Abstract
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8:4D "Teacher-candidate perceptions of educational leadership: Democratization in Manitoba schools" Carolyn Crippen  
8:4E "WebCT ;Is it the answer to small enrollment courses in rural Manitoba? What the research says about who is advantaged by the use of WebCT?" Glenn Cockerline  
9:1A "Combining the view of both worlds: Perceived constraints and contributors to achieving aspirations for science education in Qikiqtanii" Barbara McMillan & Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
 
9:1B "Linking communities to enhance the teaching and learning of science in minority language schools: A progress report" Léonard Rivard & Rodelyn Stoeber Abstract
 
9:1C "Developing the workforce of the future" Norman Lee Abstract
 
9:1D "Experiences of Aboriginal high school students in mathematics and science" Florence Glanfield Abstract
 
9:2A Student creativity in science investigative planning Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
 
9:2B "Intermediate mathematics teacher capacity and growth: Enhancing knowledge and beliefs" Ann Kajander, Carlos Zerpa, & Dave Paddington Abstract
 
9:2C "Citizenship Mathematics" Craig Blagden & Ralph Mason Abstract
 
9:2D "Integrating science curriculum in the middle school: Utilizing a historical perspective" Don Metz, Stephen Klassen & Barbara McMillan Abstract
 
9:3A "Comparison of achievement and context in science based on SAIP 2004 assessment results" Ken Clark Abstract
 
9:3B "Seeds and sparks - evaluation of the hotline program in the Alberta science networks" Marilyn Mooibroek Abstract
 
9:3C "Secondary level learning resources addressing students perceptions of 'uninteresting' and 'complex' science: A CRYSTAL study" Mona Maxwell Abstract
 
9:3D "The presentation of the mathematical component of physics in high school and introductory level college physics textbooks: Using the law of universal gravitation as an example" Inessa Rozina Abstract
 
9:4A "We are all downstream: The risk and protective factors for teaching sustainability education in middle school science" Amanda Freedman Tetrault Abstract
 
9:4B "Science curriculum development for a northern internet-based high school" Tony Bartley, John Friesen & Robert Jerome Abstract
 
9:4C "Using interactive vignettes in the teaching of the mole concept in secondary chemistry" Heather Teller Abstract
 
9:4D "Impediments and contributors to chemistry teacher candidate development" Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
 
10:1A Shared vision Kevin Chief Abstract
 
10:1B Partnership research in education: An ethics protocol John Tooth
Laura Sokal
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10:1C Both Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde had gifts: Constructing 'ideal schools' to nourish the talents of kids coming before the justice system Helen Armstrong Abstract
 
10:1D World Council/University of Winnipeg: A partnership for talent development Lisa McLean
 
10:1E Tapping into the talents of at-risk students: The Regional Support Center experience Sylvia Bastable
Bob Bastable
Abstract
 
10:2A Quick think: A practical approach Robin Enns Abstract
 
10:2B The education students’ anthology: Process and publication Mike Bergsgaard, Annette Greene,
Suzanne Barrett
Abstract
 
10:2C Talent Development at Mountain View High Chris McCluskey Abstract
 
10:2D Partnership research in education: An ethics protocol John Tooth Laura Sokal Abstract
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10:3A More than content: Why schools emphasize convergent thought and what you can do to change that Neil Dempsey Abstract
 
10:3B Critical literacy through alternative texts: Is the wolf a villain or victim? Are the three pigs innocent or at fault? And what does the fourth pig have to do with any of this? Donna Copsey Haydey Abstract
 
10:3C Enrichment and inclusion Kevin Lamoureux
Robert Dixon
 
10:3D World Council/University of Winnipeg: A partnership for talent development Lisa McLean
 
11:1A Excellence in higher education: Understanding evidence-based practice Alexa Okrainec Abstract
 
11:1B Gifted high school students experiences of messy math Paul Betts &
Laura McMaster
Abstract
 
11:1C Connecting research to policy and procedure: Safety and security Doug Milak John Minshull &
Barry Gooden
Abstract
 
11:2A Research-based revision of Manitoba transition planning process support guidelines for students with special needs reaching age 16 Youn-Young Park &
Tim Thorne-Tjomsland
Abstract
 
11:2B Integrating the Dakota culture into high school curriculum Olivia Murdock,
Kaitlin Demas,
Kelly Antoine, &
Helen Armstrong
 
11:2C Research, policy, practice working together: Putting the pieces together Denise Belanger Abstract
 
11:2D What is the distance in distance education? Glen Gatin  
11:3A Making education work in Manitoba schools Betty-Ann McIvor Abstract
 
11:3B School development planning: Connecting research to policy Donna M. Michaels, Marlene Gregory, Nancy Dane, & Terry Osiowy  
11:3C ‘L’élaboration d’une politique de l’exogamie dans le cadre de la gestion scolaire francophone en milieu minoritaire Jules Rocque Abstract
 
11:3D Differences in special education students’ perceptions of classroom support in cluster vs. integrated classroom settings John Kreshewski Abstract
 
11:4A Standing tall: A community initiative in education Sharon Conway Abstract
 
11:4B From school in community to a community-based school: Examining the influence of an Aboriginal principal on school development Brian Lewthwaite Abstract
 
11:4C From research to practice in our senior high schools Donna M. Michaels,
Greg Malazdrewicz, &
Adrian Kuryliw
Abstract
 
11:4D How to increase success and satisfaction with online learning? Glen Gatin
Lili Jardine
Glenn Cockerline
Abstract
 
11:5A Connecting Research to Policy and Practice: Closing Summary Jules Rocque Paper  
13:1A Your power to choose- teaching citizenship, democracy and participation in elections Angela Chalmers Abstract
 
13:1B Le forum électronique de discussion - un outil d’accompagnement des enseignantes et enseignants favorisant la croissance professionnelle Jules Rocque Abstract
 
13:1C Working toward transformative learning in adult literacy education Karen Magro Abstract
 
13:2A Plan-based learning and facilitation: A case analysis in an adult learning centre Boniface Etuk  
13:2B Service learning in teacher preparation programs Alexa Okrainec  
13:2C The importance of interpersonal relations in adult literacy programs Marion Terry Abstract
 
13:3A Engaging levels of knowing for adult classroom instruction: Three cognitive processes Marlene Atleo  
13:3B UndanSnjóbreiöuni (What lies beneath the snow) revealing the contributions of Icelandic pioneer women to adult education in Manitoba 1875 - 1914 Jo-Anne Weir Abstract
 
14:00 Keynote: Economics and Equity in Public Education Carolyn Duhame Paper  
14:1A Socio-economic status, social capital, and high school mathematics Ralph Mason
Janelle McFeetors
Abstract
 
14:1B Swampy Cree educational traditions: Alternative approaches to dealing with conflict in community schools John Hansen Abstract
 
14:1C What current research tells us about early years literacy in low income families Donna Copsey Haydey Abstract
 
14:2A Engaging "At risk" inner city youth through mentoring Alan Wiebe Abstract
 
14:2B Community schools partnership initiative Marlene Gallagher Abstract
 
14:2C Educational, economical and environmental barriers for Manitoba newcomers: Making schools more equitable, fair and safe for all students Jan Stewart  
14:3A Socioeconomic status and educational outcomes in Manitoba Randy Fransoo Abstract
 
14:3B Education in a community school Julia McKay  
14:3C Community-based Aboriginal curriculum initiative: Emergent responses to community needs Chris Brown
Helen Armstrong
Abstract
 
14:4A Educational needs of at risk kids Noralou Roos  
14:4B Inner city Aboriginal learners speak on education John Hansen
Richard Julien
Abstract
 
15:1A Creating safety and opportunity for overcoming learning barriers: Learning to read by reading Brenda Firman  
15:1B A journey from cultural awareness to cultural competency Marlene Gallagher  
15:1C Using indigenous methodology to explore Aboriginal mothers’ views on language facilitation Luella Bernacki Jonk  
15:1D Indigenizing the curriculum to meet the needs of Aboriginal students Helen Armstrong  
15:1E Inuit students’ perceptions of success and pedagogical and interaction processes influencing success Brian Lewthwaite &
Barbara McMillan
 
15:1F Bringing the school to life on the land Buddy Loyie  
15:1G A professional learning community for literacy: From action research to classroom practice Darlene Michalot-Dumas
and TBA
 
15:2A Belonging, mastery, and academic success – Using the circle of courage to measure program effectiveness Kevin Lamoureux
& Kevin Chief
 
15:2B It’s as simple as movement Joan Zaretsky
Melinda Balodis
Ralph Mason
 
15:2C Pursuing positive futures Bernie Latoski  
15:2D What does it mean? Basil Johnston  
15:2E Standing tall - A community initiative in education Sharon Conway  
15:2F Intégration des technologies de l’information et des communications en milieu scolaire autochtone Hélène Archambault  
15:2G Success and identity: a literature review on the role of ethnic identity in Aboriginal students' academic achievement Chris Brown  
15:3A Aboriginal identity declaration in Manitoba, and a national data collection and research strategy - approaches from Manitoba and the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada Sheila Redsky
Keith Lowe
 
15:3B Making a difference: Powerful ripples in the water Glenda Boulette
Brenda Firman
 
15:3C A shared vision Kevin Chief
Gerri Zacharias
 
15:3D Making education work Betty-Ann McIvor  
15:3E Closing the gap with Evergreen School Division’s Aboriginal education program Fay Cassidy
Penny Ross
 
15:3F Mosaic of our People: Connecting with Aboriginal students to increase academic success Paul Magnan
Ken McCorkle
Kris Friesen
 
15:3G School improvement project: Integrating technology with ELA and mathematics Ernest Kuch
Gloria D. Sinclair
 
15:4A "The science ambassador" - A great way to inspire interest in science Kathi McConnell-Hore  
15:4B Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal educators talk about formal English language learning Marlene Atleo
Laara Fitznor
 
15:4C Fisher River Cree Nation "Enhancement year program" study: Year 1 - Exploring answers Nora Murdock
Jerry Storie
Amjad Malik
Davin Duman
 
15:4D Connecting with Aboriginal role models Betty-Ann McIvor & Students  
15:4E Aboriginal students talk about the reasons for their success Helen Armstrong  
15:4F Opaskwayak Education Authority land based education program James Wilson  
16:1A Creating places for all children: Measuring inclusion quality in early childhood programs Debra Mayer  
16:1B Evergreen early childhood programs - Action research Fay Cassidy, Doug Anderson  
16:1C Meeting with early learning needs of deaf children and their families Charlotte Enns, Sarah Kelly  
16:1D Early learning and ICT Michelle Larose-Kuzenko  
16:2A The science of early child development - an online tool Louise Gordon, Mia Elfenbaum  
16:2B Enhancing high quality preschool programming to families in the R.M. of North Norfolk Kim Young  
16:2C New arts education policy development, reform and research in Manitoba: What early educators need to know Francine Morin  
16:2D Family choices: Manitoba’s five year agenda for early learning and child care Cees deVries  
16:3A A professional development model for cultivating curriculum transformation in early education Francine Morin  
16:3B Full day kindergarten in Thompson piloted to address low language Peggy Martin, Michelle Radley  
16:3C Building student success with Aboriginal Parents Marlene Gallagher, Helene Robinson-Settee  
16:3D An intervention program for at-risk inner city kindergarteners: Origin, development, and effectiveness Donna Copsey Haydey, Leslie Nutbean  
16:4A Community schools partnership initiative Marlene Gallagher, Helene Robinson-Settee  
16:4B Early Childhood Development in Manitoba: From Research to Policy Development Mariette Chartier Paper  
16:4C Active engagements: The arts as the central focus for early learning Liz Coffman  
16:4D The role of the teacher in early writing development Allyson Matczuk  
17:1A An evaluation of chemistry teacher development in response to the implementation of the new Manitoba grade 11 and 12 chemistry curricula Brian Lewthwaite, Harvey Peltz
Presented by: Brian Lewthwaite
 
17:1B Views on teaching about, for, and in the environment: A comparative study of teaching practices between Costa Rica and Manitoba Don Metz, Barbara MacMillan, Amanda Tetrault, Mona Maxwell Presented by: Don Metz  
17:2A Exposing students’ views of human/nature relationships in research and teaching Christina McDonald  
17:2B Pre-service teacher capacity in mathematics: Research outcomes and program changes Ann Kajander, Carlos Zerpa, Jennifer Holm
Presented by: Carlos Zerpa
 
17:3A The breakup and drift of conceptual continents: A new model to support students’ understanding of 20th century contributions to the plate tectonics revolution John Murray  
17:3B Programme for international student assessment (PISA) - Results for Manitoba Ken Clark  
17:4A Integrating environmental consciousness into secondary mathematics: Principles and goals Ralph Mason, Michael Moreau  
17:4B Developing an action plan to foster transfer of learning Inessa Rozina  
17:5A The development of contextual learning strategies using information technology

Physics comes to Winnipeg: The 1909 meeting of the British Association for the Advancement of Science

Jillian Hoogland, Trevor Bekolay

Sarah Dietrich, Stephen Klassen

 
17:5B Supporting readers and their use of texts in the science classroom Léonard Rivard  
17:6A Using SMART board technology to teach Grade 6 Science Shannon Gadbois, Nicki Haverstock  
17:6B Using a collaborative approach and « concerted cultivation » to frame community level risk and protective factors on a first nation reserve Paul Betts  
17:7A Science and sustainability: Reliable friends? Mona B. Maxwell  
17:7B 'She can bother me, and that’s because she cares': Inuit students perception of success and pedagogical and interactive processes influencing success Brian Lewthwaite, Barbara MacMillan
Presented by: Brian Lewthwaite
 
17:8A The large context problem approach in teaching science (physics) Arthur Stinner  
17:8B Digital Natives? How ICT-ready are our teacher candidates? Glenn Cockerline, Mike Nantais  
18:1A The power of family literacy Terrie Moar
Beverley Zakaluk
 
18:1B Creating and promoting positive educative environments: An inventory for considerate spaces of learning Erica Pflug
Karen Smith
Laura Saydak
 
18:1C Finding hope in the darkness: Stories of two newcomers learning English in high school Yi Li  
18:1D The impact of arts education on success for learners from disadvantaged circumstances: What does the research say? Francine Morin  
18:1E Experience-based brain development Mia Elfenbaum  
18:1F Leadership for implementation and change: Guiding principles for school leaders Cathryn Smith  
18:2A Critical conversations and the inner mentor Randy Kroeker  
18:2B Critical literacy and social voice: Reflecting on increases in learning during a time of socioeconomic decline Phyllis Geddert
Donna Nentwig
Jason Braun
 
18:2C Digital Natives: Myth or reality: Issues in teaching ICT literacy Mike Nantais
Glenn Cockerline
 
18:2D Manitoba’s graduates: Results from the class of 2007 Kim Browning  
18:2E Class size and composition multi-age middle years project Chris Hicks  
18:3A Building creative climates in our schools
CONTINUES IN SESSION 4A
Ken McCluskey  
18:3B Hooking students on science through partnerships with the science ambassador Kathi McConnell-Hore  
18:3C Decolonizing post-secondary education: The community-based Aboriginal teacher education program - CATEP Phillip Baker,
Lance Guilbault,
Kristine Guilbault
 
18:3D Pursuing a harmony of purpose and practice: What constitutes ‘ improvement’ for our schools? Lesley Weisshaar
MSIP staff presenters
 
18:3E "The question concerning technology" Denis Hlynka  
18:3F Building equity, consistency, capacity and vision with strong educational leadership. The School District of Mystery Lake Hugh Fraser  
18:4A Building creative climates in our schools
CONTINUED FROM SESSION 3A
Ken McCluskey  
18:4B Two years later: Do male reading teachers, choice of reading materials, and computer-based reading affect achievement gains in struggling male readers? Laura Sokal  
18:4C The politics of Native studies Brian Ranville  
18:4D When the walls go up: What prevents parent participation in the K-12 system? Naomi Kruse  
18:4E Literacy across the curriculum in senior years Lindsay Harms, Adam Khan, Zachary Stewart, David Zynoberg, Michelle Billeck  
19:1A The innovative learning centre: A tap on the shoulder Kevin Chief
Gerri Zacharias
 
19:1B Engaging Aboriginal youth in the critical inquiry process through visual media CONTINUES IN SESSION 2B Val Georges
Jacqueline Mignot
Geraldine Whitford
Linda Marynuk
Janice Millar
Nickie Batzel
Marsha Missyabit
 
19:1C Standing tall education program Patti Sayies  
19:1D Indigenizing curriculum: Connecting western and indigenous knowledge in the classroom Helen Armstrong
Jacie Foy
Olivia Pratt-Murdock
Marlene Lavasseur
 
19:2A Students’ success and satisfaction on online learning systems for secondary schools in a rural school division in southwest Manitoba Lili Jardine  
19:2B Engaging Aboriginal youth in the critical inquiry process through visual media CONTINUES FROM SESSION 1B Val Georges & WSD
Aboriginal Education Team
 
19:2C Les facteurs favorisant ou inhibant la réussite scolarie des élèves autochtones / Factors affecting positively or negatively school performance of Aboriginal students Hélène Archambault,
Yves Labrèche
Abstract
 
19:2D Community-based Aboriginal curriculum initiatives: An update on our SSHRC/CURA program of activities Helen Armstrong, Jacie Foy,
Marlene Levasseur, Olivia Pratt-Murdock,
Crystal Sandy, Jackie Sinclair,
Chris Brown, Barry Corenblum,
Barbara Gfellner, Donna Forsyth,
Jackie Kirk
 
19:3A Cultural visibility: Using Aboriginal literature to build identity and literacy Donna Forsyth
Sherryl Maglione
Helen Armstrong
 
19:3B Blending the old and the new: BUNTEP spins a web (2.0!) and catches students Clark Gawletz
Lynn Whidden
 
19:3C Rightfulness: A multi-dimensional approach to pursuing excellence and equity Donna M. Michaels
Greg Malazdrewicz
Mathew Gustafson
Adrian Kuryliw
 
19:3D Journey from cultural awareness to cultural competency Peter Parisian  
19:4A The role of a professional development school model in supporting Aboriginal and EAL students Donna Forsyth
Mathew Gustafson
 
19:4B BU cares researcher-in-resident program: Developing local community capacity for rural education research Karen Rempel  
19:4C Recognizing ourselves in others: non-Aboriginal educators talk about teaching Aboriginal students academics Marlene Atleo
Laara Fitznor
 
19:4D Fisher River Cree Nation: Enhancement year program, Year II assessment Jerry Storie
Nora Murdock
David Dumas
Amjad Malik
 
20:0A Keynote: "What won’t I do today?" Education’s Calculations and Social Justice Catherine Taylor Paper  
20:1A Small-scale school projects that make a difference: The Manitoba grants for innovation in education program Nancy Buchanan  
20:1B Brush out poverty Cameron Cross  
20:1C Social justice: The risks of advocacy Randy Kroeker  
20:1D Storytelling for social justice Marc Kuly  
20:1E Manitoba’s ALL aboard strategy: Towards social inclusion Jan Forster  
20:1F Working for Social Justice in Evergreen School Division Scott Hill  
20:2A Developing educational leadership with a service-learning framework Vern Barrett, Allan Appel  
20:2B Developing equity indicators for the Province of Manitoba Sheila Giesbrecht,
Tony Tavares
 
20:2C The student documentary: An implement of positive destruction Rob Jantz  
20:2D An analytic update from the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy: Scores on the early development instrument and selection for reading recovery and results from the child health atlas Noralou P. Roos
Marni Brownell,
Carla Ens
 
20:2E Seeing teaching for social justice as part of preparing students (and teachers) for living sustainably Gary Babiuk,
Thomas Falkenberg
 
20:2F Anti-racist Multiculturalism for a just society Khalida Tanvir Syed  
20:3A Discover Canada: A deconstruction of the new citizenship and Immigration study guide Denis Hlynka  
20:3B Declining participation in post-secondary education: Challenges and implications for Manitoba Kim Browning  
20:3C Social justice in the math classroom Matt Reimer,
Paul Betts
 
20:3D Finding the voices of the global south Charlotte Arnold,
Don Metz
 
20:3E Education as community development: Working in solidarity to build more peaceful and democratic communities Alysha Sloane  
20:4A State of the Inner City report 2009 - It takes all day to be poor Shauna MacKinnon  
20:4B Relationship between adolescent girls’ psycho-social development and use of virtual social networking research Lesley Girling,
Laura Sokal
 
20:4C Integrating social justice issues into the curriculum: Working toward intercultural competence Karen Magro  
20:4D Youth citizenship programs provided through MB4Youth Chrystal Lynch  
20:4E Success despite the odds: The voices of inner city youth Louesa Polyzoi,
Laura Atkinson,
Cathrine Froese Klassen
 

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