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What we heard report, Alberta draft K-6 curriculum virtual feedback sessions

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In January and February 2022, nearly 600 participants shared diverse viewpoints on each draft kindergarten to Grade 6 subject area and the draft social studies design blueprint during virtual... More ≫

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In January and February 2022, nearly 600 participants shared diverse viewpoints on each draft kindergarten to Grade 6 subject area and the draft social studies design blueprint during virtual engagement sessions. This report details the feedback received during the engagement sessions.

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Draft K-6 curriculum - public feedback survey : detailed report

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Between March 2021 and February 2022, Albertans provided feedback on the draft kindergarten to Grade 6 (K-6) curriculum through an online survey offered in English and French. This report presents... More ≫

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Between March 2021 and February 2022, Albertans provided feedback on the draft kindergarten to Grade 6 (K-6) curriculum through an online survey offered in English and French. This report presents an analysis and key findings of the survey.

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Elementary science literature review

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In this report, we present a literature review of elementary science (see Glossary of Terms) and design technology (see Glossary of Terms) education research. The review is intended to provide... More ≫

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In this report, we present a literature review of elementary science (see Glossary of Terms) and design technology (see Glossary of Terms) education research. The review is intended to provide direction to the elementary science working groups charged with the responsibility to revise the Alberta Elementary Science Program (1996) by reflecting current ideas reported in research literature. The review included journals (primarily from the years 2000-2006) that contained information about K-6 science education, K-6 design technology education, Aboriginal science education and K-6 French language science education. This range of journals reflected the current Alberta Elementary Science Program (1996) emphasis on science inquiry and problem solving through technology and a wish to take an inclusive approach to designing the new program.The literature review concludes with a section entitled "A Vision for the Future." In this section, we provide a summary list of well-supported ideas...

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Catalyst for success : Alberta Science and Research Investments Program 2000-2006

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The Alberta Science and Research Investments Program (ASRIP) has been building research infrastructure at Alberta's universities since 1997. ASRIP's competitive funding approach supports selected... More ≫

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The Alberta Science and Research Investments Program (ASRIP) has been building research infrastructure at Alberta's universities since 1997. ASRIP's competitive funding approach supports selected science and research initiatives that demonstrate research excellence, build capacity for innovation and promise strategic benefits for Alberta. ASRIP ensures that Alberta researchers have cutting edge tools in the right physical environment to support their quest for innovation through research excellence and to enhance the province's long-term prosperity and quality of life through science, technology and innovation. By illustrating the impacts and opportunities that have been triggered by ASRIP, this report aims to unleash Alberta's imagination and desire to build on ASRIP's investments to create an internationally competitive research environment and a vibrant, knowledge-based community that contributes to Alberta's economic diversification.

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Alberta Science and Research Investments Program : research outcomes annual report

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This annual outcomes report highlights selected ASRIP investments that have supported successes in modernizing university research infrastructure, building capacity, recruiting top quality... More ≫

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This annual outcomes report highlights selected ASRIP investments that have supported successes in modernizing university research infrastructure, building capacity, recruiting top quality researchers and leveraging research funding. The report also outlines ASRIP's cumulative investments through funding competitions. As this report illustrates, ASRIP has also served as an important mechanism for leveraging funds from the federal Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) and from the private sector and other sources in order to maximize the research dollars flowing into Alberta. This report also provides more details on ASRIP's competitive process as well as a comprehensive listing of projects and breakout of strategic investments.

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