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2003/2004 satisfaction with education in Alberta survey : summary report

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Presents results for 2003-2004 of an annual telephone survey conducted on behalf of Alberta Learning to obtain feedback regarding stakeholders’ perceptions of the province’s education system.... More ≫

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Presents results for 2003-2004 of an annual telephone survey conducted on behalf of Alberta Learning to obtain feedback regarding stakeholders’ perceptions of the province’s education system. Respondents include senior high school students, parents, teachers, principals, school board trustees, superintendents, and the general public.

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Standards for special education

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Requirements contained in this document apply to grades 1-12 special education in public and separate school boards, including Francophone regional education authorities, but excluding charter... More ≫

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Requirements contained in this document apply to grades 1-12 special education in public and separate school boards, including Francophone regional education authorities, but excluding charter schools, in accordance with Ministerial Order 015/2004 and are effective September 1, 2004. Standards for Special Education, Amended June 2004 supports Alberta Learning's Business Plan goal to have high quality learning opportunities that ensure the learning system meets the needs of all learners and society.

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Les normes en matière d’adaptation scolaire, modifié en juin 2004

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Selon Les normes en matière d’adaptation scolaire, les conseils scolaires sont tenus d’adopter des programmes efficaces pour les élèves de la 1re à la 12e année ayant des besoins scolaires... More ≫

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Selon Les normes en matière d’adaptation scolaire, les conseils scolaires sont tenus d’adopter des programmes efficaces pour les élèves de la 1re à la 12e année ayant des besoins scolaires spéciaux, puis d’en assurer la prestation. Dans ce document, des pratiques d’enseignement uniformes et de plus grande qualité sont préconisées pour les élèves de notre province, de sorte que, peu importe où se situent les élèves, les élèves ayant des besoins scolaires spéciaux puissent avoir accès à des programmes et à des services pertinents.

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The journey : a handbook for parents of children who are gifted and talented

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This handbook is a compilation of information and sample strategies for parents. Information is aligned with current legislation, Alberta Learning policies and the Standards for Special Education... More ≫

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This handbook is a compilation of information and sample strategies for parents. Information is aligned with current legislation, Alberta Learning policies and the Standards for Special Education (2003). This handbook is a companion to Teaching Students who are Gifted and Talented (2000), Book 7 in the Programming for Students with Special Needs series. It also complements The Learning Team: A Handbook for Parents of Children with Special Needs (2003).

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Le voyage : guide à l'intention des parents ayant un enfant doué et talentueux

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Le voyage est un document qui tient compte des normes établies par Alberta Learning en matière d’adaptation scolaire. Il vient compléter les documents intitulés : Enseigner aux élèves doués et... More ≫

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Le voyage est un document qui tient compte des normes établies par Alberta Learning en matière d’adaptation scolaire. Il vient compléter les documents intitulés : Enseigner aux élèves doués et talentueux (2002) et L’équipe d’apprentissage (2004), publiés par Alberta Learning.

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The learning team : a handbook for parents of children with special needs

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This handbook describes services and activities that parents can use to meet the diverse and changing learning needs of their special-needs child, and suggests ways they can enhance and enrich... More ≫

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This handbook describes services and activities that parents can use to meet the diverse and changing learning needs of their special-needs child, and suggests ways they can enhance and enrich their child’s learning at home. The handbook also includes practical information and strategies parents can use to help their child make successful transitions, to voice any concerns they may have, and to stay informed. It should be noted that the handbook is an informal resource for parents and is not intended to be a legal document.

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French immersion kindergarten : a handbook for parents [1999]

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This handbook is intended for parents whose child is or will be attending a French immersion kindergarten in Alberta. A question and answer format was adopted to facilitate reading. In the... More ≫

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This handbook is intended for parents whose child is or will be attending a French immersion kindergarten in Alberta. A question and answer format was adopted to facilitate reading. In the introduction, a fictitious teacher, Mrs. Dube, writes to Brandon and his parents, Mr and Mrs Roberts, before kindergarten begins. The Roberts reply asking questions about the French immersion kindergarten.

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