Spring 2013 - Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century: 
Implications for Assessment, Research & Evaluation

Morning Keynote:   Dr. Marlene Scardamalia (OISE/UT), Monica Resendes (OISE/UT) & Colleen Tovey-Shackleton (Ontario Ministry of Education – LNS Student Achievement Division)

Afternoon Keynote: Dr. Carmen Shields (Nipissing University) & Pauline Beggs (Curriculum Services Canada)

• Teaching and learning in the 21st century offer much promise and excitement, yet there are many emerging issues and important considerations including assessment concerns, instructional strategies, equity, research methods, ethical, legal and safety issues that warrant careful reflection and strategic planning by school boards. The 2013 AERO Spring Conference will provide informative and interactive opportunities for learning about the  effective use of technology for assessing and teaching the 21st century learning skills of creativity & innovation, collaboration, communication, critical thinking and problem solving. This conference will also address some of the  implications for conducting research and evaluation projects in an increasingly digital society. Participants will have an opportunity to participate in working group sessions to broaden their understanding of the ‘big ideas’ related to 21st century teaching and learning along with implications for assessment, research and evaluation. 

Conference Materials:
EQAO Reporting of 21st Century Skills 
Knowledge Building