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The Value of Lifelong Learning

The Value of Lifelong LearningThis video from the Canadian Council on Learning explores the social and economic benefits of learning at all stages of life, via facts and interviews with Canadians from all walks of life.
The State of Aboriginal Learning in Canada

The State of Aboriginal Learning in CanadaPress conference footage from the Dec. 9, 2009 release for the landmark report from the Canadian Council on Learning, The State of Aboriginal Learning in Canada: A Holistic Approach to Measuring Success. This clip features: Paul Cappon, President and CEO of CCL; Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations; Mary Simon, President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami; Marc Leclair, Métis National Council; Betty Ann Lavallée, National Chief of the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples, and; Jeannette Corbiere Lavell, President of the Native Women’s Association of Canada.

Evolving Education: Learning in the 21st Century

Discussion Guide for Teachers
This discussion guide has been created as an aid for teachers to facilitate dialogue and stimulate thought on the ideas presented in the Evolving Education video series. The guide provides overviews and discussion questions for the ideas presented by John Abbott and each of the three episodes.
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Episode 1: The Centennial Challenge
Meet a group of high school students from Saskatoon's Centennial Collegiate who team up with dedicated teachers and scientists to conduct ground breaking experiments at the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, one of the world's most advanced scientific facilities.
Watch video: Part I  Part II  Part III
Episode 2: Building a Community from the Heart
As part of a larger project to rebuild the community, students at Regina's Scott Collegiate take acting to heart when they spread their message of hope and pride at a special dinner theatre put on for the community.
Watch video: Part I  Part II  Part III

Episode 3: Creating Community
Visit a remarkable school on a remote island where older students teach younger ones, where teens invite local experts to share their skills, where people are creating a sense of community by helping support learning outside the classroom.
Watch video: Part I  Part II  Part III
TVO Series: Gorilla parenting from The Jungle Room

Gorilla Parenting from The Jungle Room takes viewers into the parenting trenches by addressing questions modern parents confront daily.

Reading the Future Success stories:
Turning the page on low literacy

Françoise Cadieux: Never exposed to a formal education, Françoise used diversions for decades to hide the fact—even from her own children—that she could not read or write. Now able to read and write, Françoise is enjoying a new, independent life. Watch video »
Keppel Disney: At age 27, Keppel lost a job opportunity because he could not fill out an application form. He later ran afoul of the law. His experience in jail was the catalyst for him to seek help to improve his reading and writing skills. Today, Keppel is a banquet server at an Ottawa hotel and an award-winning literacy success story. Watch video »
Sabrina Jaundoo: Sabrina arrived in Canada five years ago from Guyana, South America, with limited education and very low literacy skills. Today, Sabrina is an avid reader and student, working toward her Grade 12 with the hopes of one day becoming an accountant or flight attendant. Watch video »
Michel Gratton: After years of struggling in large classrooms, Michel Gratton quit high school to join the workforce. It was when he was required to take a safety test at work that he realized the importance of literacy skills to advancing his career objectives. At age 46, Michel returned to school to finish his Grade 12 and improve his computer literacy skills. Watch video »
Daisa Allurut: Daisa Allurut has one main goal: to graduate high school before her two young children. Originally from Nunavut, she now attends adult high school in the nation’s capital. Daisa regularly works to improve her literacy skills not only inside the classroom, but also in the community. Watch video »
Ryan Rolfe: Ryan received good grades as an elementary school student. However, his tumultuous teen years changed his educational route and saw him heading down a dangerous path. Now 23, this Moncton native is upgrading his literacy skills to become an electrical engineering technican. He hopes to one day fund his three children’s post-secondary education. Watch video »
Promising Practices
Introduction: Dr. Paul Cappon, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Council on Learning, introduces the video series Promising Practices. Watch video »

Kids in the Hall Bistro: Street kids in Edmonton get a second chance thanks to a unique restaurant. Watch video »
Action Schools! BC: How a Vancouver-based program helps re-introduce physical activity to the classroom. Watch video »
CARS Interactive Distance Learning: An innovative program based in southern Ontario allows auto mechanics from across the country stay up-to-date on the latest technology. Watch video »
Parent-Child Mother Goose: A song-based program helps new immigrants and their young children learn the basics of French in Montreal. Watch video »
Membertou First Nation: Watch how a Cape Breton Mi’kmaw community helped reinvent itself through adult education and training. Watch video »

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