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Lost in Translation: True Pedagogy in Practice
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Lost in Translation: True Pedagogy in Practice

“Sometimes you have to go halfway around the world to come full circle.” One of the great quotes from the acclaimed movie, Lost in Translation. This accurately identifies the existing state of the Ministry of Education’s predicament in the EQAO chaos; public education has lost its way.

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Back to the Future – Back to School: Reflections on the Ontario EQAO Math Results
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Back to the Future – Back to School: Reflections on the Ontario EQAO Math Results

Consider the Jump Math program developed by John Mighton that has received glowing worldwide reviews and accolades. The discovery method is utilized throughout the program and the principles of ‘scaffolding’ as Mighton terms it – a slow paced breakdown exploiting various methods to ensure a proficiency in basic concepts and skills that ultimately leads to the mastery of more complex mathematical notions.

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