Linked below is a co-created google classroom that can be used as a unit review for a Social Studies 8 class on what life was like in the Middle Ages. Please feel free to use this as a classroom resource or as your own personal review of what life was like in the Middle Ages!…
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) As CAST describes, the goal of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) is to create “learner agency that is purposeful and reflective, resourceful and authentic, strategic and action orientated” (CAST 2024). UDL is centered around creating a learning framework that works for everyone. To keep up with our ever-developing society, education…
Backwards Design and Understanding by Design The Backwards Design theory in education is the notion that lessons and units have better outcomes when teachers focus on the “big idea” and overarching learning outcomes when building lessons. This works by deciding on the end goal and working backwards through the lesson or unit to develop ways…
Introduction Hello! My name is Sasha Trickey, and I am from Vernon, BC. In the spring, I completed my Bachelor’s degree in History at UVic and am now in UVic’s Post Degree Program for Elementary Education. I have loved my time at UVic and am excited to start my journey to become an elementary teacher. …