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Propose new designations, revise existing texts...National historic sites are rich spaces for exploring historical thinking, historical consciousness and public memory. #sschat #iteachsocialstudies #bced #HTchat #cdnhistory
National historic designations including designated National historic sites, national historic persons, and national historic events are fantastic resources for teaching #cdnhist
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National historic designations
Important persons, places and events in the history of Canada that are commemorated by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada.
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December 17, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Inferential statements suggest ideas, connections, and interpretations not explicitly stated in a text. Knowing the difference between inferential/non-inferential statements helps Ss better evaluate interpretations and generate their own. #sschat #cdnhistory #HTchat

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December 6, 2024 at 12:58 AM
Like "discrepant events" in science class, reading conflicting accounts of a historical event generates the types of questions and curiosity that drive historical enquiry. (@kcbarton.bsky.social). #SSchat #CdnHistory #CanadianHistory #bced #HTchat #Iteachsocialstudies

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December 11, 2024 at 7:13 AM
Wow! 4 months in post. One SIAMs, now Ofsted. Punches are raining down 🙈 do not see how I can sleep tonight! #edusky #htchat
May 5, 2026 at 10:39 PM
Specifying exactly what we aim to assess is a trying, but illuminating process. It allows teachers to provide more effective formative assessment for students as they move towards more robust historical inquiry.

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Blog: Breaking Down The Guideposts, OR AT LEAST A FEW - To the Past
This is the assessment triangle. It emphasizes the importance of coherence between what is being assessed, as in what aspect of cognition or thinking, how that cognition will be observed, and how resu...
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January 26, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Quality First Teaching Across the School – A Guide for School Leaders
A practical read to help ensure consistency, high standards, and meaningful impact in every classroom.
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Quality First Teaching Across the School: A Guide for School Leaders by Lucy Coy
A useful summary of what you need to know as a school leader
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March 26, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Discover the new HTChat App

We are pleased to announce the launch of our dedicated Headteacher App, designed specifically for school leaders who seek streamlined access to professional tools and resources.

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November 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Quality First Teaching Across the School – A Guide for School Leaders
A practical read to help ensure consistency, high standards, and meaningful impact in every classroom.
Read the full guide here: headteacherchat.com/blogs/quali...
#HeadteacherChat #QualityFirstTeaching #SchoolLeadership #HTChat
Quality First Teaching Across the School: A Guide for School Leaders by Lucy Coy
A useful summary of what you need to know as a school leader
headteacherchat.com
March 28, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Teaching the difference between questions that require the recall of factual information and those that require judgement is an important step towards students engaging in disciplinary inquiry. #sschat #cdnhistory #bced #historicalthinking #HTchat

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December 4, 2024 at 7:03 PM