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Visual
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-digital/language/visualVisual This is the language related to what you see - the pictures of icons, symbols, structures or tasks. Icons are the primary language of digital devices. Graphical User Interfaces (known as GUIs) are...
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3 R's - Read, Read, Read!
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-digital/navigation/cues-clues/3-rs3 R's - Read, Read, Read! When we’re focused on getting a task done, it can be hard to slow down… take a breath… and really read what’s on the screen. Taking the time to read pop-up messages...
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East Connection Café (May) Live in Wainwright
https://calp.ca/events/east-connection-cafe-may-live-in-wainwright.htmConnections Cafés are a great way for CALP staff to engage with their peers in conversation and provide an opportunity to connect, share, and network. The East’s final two Café’s for the year will...
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Grammar
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/grammarGrammar Purpose Correct grammar is not needed in every context. Informal writing or writing that is not shared can sound more like speech. Formal writing or writing that will be shared or published should...
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Words
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/wordsWords Purpose Word choice is important for the writing purpose, the tone being set, and the audience addressed. How Choose words that go with the purpose and tone—formal or informal Use words that might...
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Everyday Purposes
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/everyday-purposesWriting for Everyday Purposes Here are 4 kinds of writing used everyday to help organize our lives, communicate with others, or for personal or interpersonal expression. Strategies for beginning writers: Journal...
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Punctuation
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/punctuationPunctuation Purpose Punctuation uses symbols to separate and give meaning to words in sentences. It shows where to pause, what words are quotations, and more. How Very beginning writers: Focus on the period...
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Spelling
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/spellingSpelling Purpose Not every revision of writing needs to start with spelling. But many writers are curious about English spelling, especially newcomers to Canada. Teach spelling if needed for more formal...
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Word Choice
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/revisions/word-choiceWord Choice Purpose Good writing uses vocabulary or word choice that appeals to the audience. This means using words the writer knows and words they think their audience will appreciate. How Use specific...
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Paragraphs
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/paragraphsParagraphs Purpose Combine sentences together into a paragraph that focuses on one idea. How Follow a good paragraph structure: Main idea Topic sentence Supporting sentences Concluding sentence See it...
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Sentences
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/sentencesSentences Purpose Use different types of sentences to make writing more interesting. How Make a mix of short and long sentences to keep writing more interesting Choose different sentence starters Note: When...
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Tone
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/toneTone Purpose Use a formal or informal tone to suit the audience and purpose. Word choice affects the tone. How Formal writing Uses more technical or business words Is for formal connections like a boss,...
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Purpose
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/purposePurpose Purpose Know why something is being written. What is the reason you are writing? How Have writers ask these questions of themselves before drafting: Why am I writing this? For what purpose? Examples:...
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Audience
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/organizing/audienceAudience Purpose Think about who will be reading your writing. The way you organize your writing and the tone (word choice) you choose will change depending on the audience and the purpose for writing. How Ask...
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Freewriting
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/freewritingFree Writing Purpose A time to write anything that comes to mind. No editing or revising. Helps build confidence and identity as a writer. How Choose a length of time for free writing—2–5 minutes usually Write...
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Language Experience Approach
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/language-experience-approachLanguage Experience Approach Purpose Write down personal stories at the same time as they are being told aloud. The written story reflects the writer’s own experiences and language. It connects writing...
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First Drafts
https://calp.ca/learning-resources/teaching-writing/drafting/first-draftsFirst Drafts Purpose First drafts are for writing, free from conventions (e.g., rules of writing). How Write down thoughts and ideas on any topic Don’t worry about organization, word choice, grammar,...
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Rural Routes Training Event: ESL Tutor Training/ESL Games/Workplace English and more!
https://calp.ca/events/rural-routes-training-event-esl-tutor-trainingesl-gamesworkplace-english-and-more.htmBlue Heron Support Services is hosting a two day Rural Routes learning event! DAY ONE Tuesday, November 7th ESL Tutor Training (9am-12pm) Lunch (12pm-1pm) ESL Tool Kit of Educational Games and Activities...
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Help us Solve the Mystery of the Missing Literacy Quilt!
https://calp.ca/newsletters/calp-connections-december-2019.htm#article-1125We recently had an inquiry from Pat Becklund, who was with the Literacy Coordinators of Alberta (LCA), asking if we knew where the Literacy Quilt is now. We asked around but no one seems to know, so we...
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Let's Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
https://calp.ca/blog/lets-celebrate-national-indigenous-peoples-day.htmImage courtesy of Government of Canada web site, http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1100100013248/1100100013249 Tansi (Hello), Wow, National Indigenous Peoples Day is already here! What is National Indigenous...