Vision Connections by Anahid Bahoudian https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m Let’s begin with the Ministry’s Vision of the Child found on page 10 of Kindergarten Program document and the Vision of the English language Learner found on page 8 of the Steps to English Proficiency User Guide for supporting English language learners. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Tsk-9CD-lio0Mdt9_rjGoKRKhTZOk_ZztQI6WePzWts/edit. Let’s read through each of the visions and consider the following questions: en-us 2021-03-24 19:46:32 UTC 2021-04-27 20:09:30 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373287188 Both see child as capable and valuable

]]> 2021-03-31 20:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373287188 Both visions talk about children being able to be a contributor to the class https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373288984 2021-03-31 20:10:43 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373288984 https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290290 Having their culture valued

]]> 2021-03-31 20:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290290 They both value the diversity of each child which leaves opportunity for tailoring activities and learning to make each child successful! Each child can get what they need. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290437 2021-03-31 20:11:16 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290437 Children are capable when supported https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290467 2021-03-31 20:11:17 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290467 Values the experiences and interests of the child and takes into consideration the diverse backgrounds of learners. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290760 2021-03-31 20:11:25 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290760 https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290873 Both focus on an asset-based view of the child and what the child can do. As educators we need to really know our students and build on their strengths - linguistic and otherwise.]]> 2021-03-31 20:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290873 We need to honour gestures and non verbal cues. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290882 2021-03-31 20:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373290882 valuing the diverse cultures and languages in the classroom so that all children see themselves represented https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291267 2021-03-31 20:11:35 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291267 Both respects the unique cultural perspectives both kids bring. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291558 2021-03-31 20:11:43 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291558 Both visions encompass the child to have equal opportunity to share! https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291662 2021-03-31 20:11:45 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291662 https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291741 Culture and language of the child are valued.

]]> 2021-03-31 20:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291741 L https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291895 2021-03-31 20:11:50 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373291895 The child needs to feel that they belong. The child is capable. They bring cultural knowledge with them. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373292267 2021-03-31 20:11:58 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373292267 Children are valued and capable! https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373292825 2021-03-31 20:12:10 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373292825 need to provide opportunities for children to engage in a variety of ways (not just verbal) https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373292988 2021-03-31 20:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373292988 We focus on an asset-based lens for the students. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293157 2021-03-31 20:12:17 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293157 Children want to heard and everyone needs to belong https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293606 2021-03-31 20:12:25 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293606 The child is a capable, competent, and confident learner who feels valued and belonged. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293805 2021-03-31 20:12:30 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293805 views a child as capable and allows us to work with the child to bring out learning and meaningful experiences https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293965 2021-03-31 20:12:34 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373293965 https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373294666 Students see themselves and feel their connection with the learning environment and have the potential to meet the high expectations.

]]> 2021-03-31 20:12:49 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373294666 Accepting student's home language in the classroom rather than silencing it https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295116 2021-03-31 20:12:55 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295116 Culture and importance of recognizing this as important https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295300 2021-03-31 20:13:00 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295300 Ensures that we make sure that we get to know each child individually so we can support them appropriately and that they feel they belong. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295739 2021-03-31 20:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295739 We need to reflect on how we view our learners and bring a constructivist lens to the learning environment https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295871 2021-03-31 20:13:11 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295871 We need to provide them with voice and choice. https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295944 They bring ideas and experiences which enrich the learning for all.

]]> 2021-03-31 20:13:12 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373295944 https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373296918 Both see the children capable and valuable]]> 2021-03-31 20:13:34 UTC https://padlet.com/anahidbahoudian/3epnaocu6y03gm7m/wish/1373296918