Dr. Ron Keast tells the compelling story of how educational broadcasters faced diverse challenges and have come to play an integral role in the Canadian broadcasting system, with their “distinctly different” programming services for learners of all ages.
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Book Report Basics
The most common challenge associated with book reports is not generating the report; it’s actually reading and understanding the book. Recognizing this fact, Book Report Basics reveals methods that will make the creation of book reports easier while increasing comprehension and appreciation for the work.
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Homework Handbook
Homework Handbook presents the positive nature of homework as an extension of the best part of school based learning. Communication with the teacher, the understanding of essentials, establishing a positive home environment, time management and the management of assignment deadlines are all integral aspects of the Homework Handbook.
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Oral Presentation
The advantage and benefits of effective communication skills in general are highlighted as a foundation on which to build confidence in Oral Presentation. Proper breathing, posture and concentration skills are demonstrated. The importance of topic knowledge is stressed and tips and tricks from professionals are introduced.
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Research Roadmap
The internet has become the fastest source for research. But what other sources of information are available? How do you credit the information you have gathered? How can you be sure of the credibility of your source? How can a parent or educator ensure that internet surfing is safe? These and many more questions are covered in the Research Roadmap.
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Science Fair
Following a review of a selection of successful and less successful projects, the Science Fair provides strategies for topic selection, timeline management and the creation of a project and materials checklist. Also, educators discuss the value and acceptable extent of parental participation in terms that both the student and parent can understand.
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Teamwork and Group Projects
Teamwork and Group Projects begins with an explanation of the theory behind group projects. From this basis, strategies and tips are presented that can make teamwork rewarding for all participants. The establishment of individual expectations, importance of balanced effort, and adherence to schedules and commitment to group activities are all stressed.
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The Student Toolbox
The Student Toolbox offers a short introduction to the series, followed by more detailed information on the following topics; Oral Presentation, Book Report Basics, Homework Handbook, Research Roadmap, Teamwork and Group Projects and Science Fair. Following a simple “how to” format you and your student will explore various templates, tips and formulas that will help them to help themselves.
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Stephen Lewis on Community
Stephen Lewis on Community is an inspiring engagement with Canada’s most compassionate speaker, Stephen Lewis. This one hour special features this activist’s talk on how the power of community can influence social change. Throughout the program Stephen Lewis shares both personal and global stories; about biting his leftist tongue when he met conservative Richard Nixon; about his exhausted rage at the world for allowing the AIDS epidemic in Africa to grow. Articulate, factual and heartfelt, Stephen Lewis on Community will embolden your spirit and empower you to take action in your own community.
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The Pandemic of Family Violence
Everyone has heard of Family Violence, but does anyone understand its true global nature? In every culture, on every continent, families are the basic unit of socialization, and violence within the family unit both mirrors and determines violence within a society – and between societies. This program explores family violence as a universal issue of basic human rights. Featured speakers: Dr. Alexander Butchart – World Health Organization; Irene Khan – Amnesty International; Other speakers include: Dr. Richard Sobsey – University of Alberta