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1 Ontario College of Teachers Conference 2014 Inspiring Public Confidence A November 5-7, 2014 Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre

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3 Join us at the 2014 Ontario College of Teachers Conference Inspiring Public Confidence Building on the success of 2012, this year s Inspiring Public Confidence Conference focuses on critical issues concerning regulators, teacher educators and the public. Taking place from November 5-7, 2014 at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel, it will also showcase emerging research and effective practices in teacher education, professional regulation and acting in the public interest. Keynote speakers This year s conference features several high-profile speakers including: Ken Taylor, Former Canadian Ambassador to Iran ( ) Jean Charest, 29th Premier of Québec & Former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, and Sally Armstrong, Human Rights Activist, Journalist and Author. Our workshops Regional and global thought-leaders from their respective fields will take the stage to provide insight into and address trending topics in education and self-regulation, including: best practices to prepare teachers for the 21st century creative solutions to challenges faced by professional regulators managing and regulating professional competence increasing awareness and understanding of mental health issues linguistically and culturally diverse learning environments professional judgment and ethics in teacher-student interactions, and much, much more. Who will be there? The conference will bring together Canadian and international delegates, including professional regulators, members of the public, school board administrators, professional education associations, government officials, teacher educators, members of the teaching profession, school trustees and First Nations, Métis and Inuit community members. Simultaneous interpretation in English and French will be available for the keynote addresses and workshops are available in both languages. Celebrating excellence We will also be presenting our Inspiring Public Confidence Award in recognition of an individual, group, agency or institution that has significantly strengthened public confidence in education and embeds the teaching profession s ethics of care, trust, respect and integrity. Registration details Early bird registration save 10 per cent off your registration fee until October 1 $250 + HST Regular registration after October 1 $275 + HST The fee includes breakfasts, lunch and refreshments, as well as a complimentary networking reception. A special discounted hotel rate of $189 + applicable taxes is also available to all conference delegates. For more details or to register for the conference, please visit: Spots are limited, so please register early and join us for what will truly be a memorable conference. Sincerely, Joe Jamieson, OCT Deputy Registrar Inspiring Public Confidence 1

4 Speakers Keynote: Ken Taylor, Former Canadian Ambassador to Iran Wednesday, November 5, 7:30 p.m. Ken Taylor risked his life to help save the lives of six American hostages during the 1979 Iran Crisis, a story which was re-told in the blockbuster film Argo, directed by Ben Affleck. Taylor s experience as a former diplomat and as an advisor to corporations on issues of political risk, international marketing and strategic accommodation, make his presentations insightful and relevant to a wide variety of audiences. Taylor s service as a diplomat in the Canadian Foreign Service also involved trade development responsibilities in Guatemala, Detroit, and London; foreign-aid-related matters in Pakistan; crisis management in Iran; and as the former Canadian Consul General, the enhancement of Canada s image in New York. Taylor was portrayed by actor Gordon Pinsent in the movie Escape from Iran: The Canadian Caper and, in recognition of the 30th anniversary of the legendary story, by Victor Garber in Argo. Author Robert Wright also detailed the account in his book, Our Man In Tehran. For his work as a diplomat, Taylor received the United States Congressional Gold Medal and the Order of Canada. Since his resignation from the Foreign Service in 1984, Taylor has worked extensively in the private sector. He has served as a board member of a range of companies in Canada, the US, and Mexico, and has provided counselling services to a wide range of clients. Keynote: Jean Charest, Partner, McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Former Premier of Québec, Member of the Queen s Privy Council for Canada Thursday, November 6, 9:00 a.m. As Deputy Prime Minister of Canada and Premier of Québec, Jean Charest is one of Canada s best known political figures. As Minister of the Environment, he led his country s delegation at the 1992 Earth Summit on the economy and the environment in Rio and was praised for his leadership role among G7 countries on climate change and biodiversity. The Charest government has been a world leader on the environment and climate change, and best known for a major initiative for the sustainable development of Northern Québec called Plan Nord. Under his leadership, Québec experienced a sustained period of economic prosperity with stronger economic growth from 2008 to 2012 than the US, Europe, Canada and Ontario, despite a global financial and economic crisis. For the International arena, his administration was the most active in the history of Québec. Thus, the Charest government initiated an unprecedented labour mobility agreement between France and Québec, and convinced Canada and the European Union to negotiate a broad economic partnership. Jean Charest is a Partner at McCarthy Tétrault. He provides invaluable expertise to the firm s clients with his in-depth knowledge and experience with public policy, corporate Canada and international matters. As a strategic advisor with a unique perspective, he supports clients on complex transactions, projects and international mandates, as they navigate the global business environment. Inspiring Public Confidence 2

5 Sally Armstrong: Human Rights Activist, Journalist and Award Winning Author Friday, November 7, 11:45 a.m. Human rights activist, journalist and award-winning author Sally Armstrong has covered stories about women and girls in zones of conflict all over the world. From Bosnia and Somalia to the Middle East, Rwanda, Congo and Afghanistan, her eye witness reports have earned her awards including the Gold Award from the National Magazine Awards Foundation and the Author s Award from the Foundation for the Advancement of Canadian Letters. She received the Amnesty International Canada Media Award in 2000, 2002 and again in She was a member of the International Women s Commission a UN body that consists of 20 Palestinian women, 20 Israeli women and 12 internationals whose mandate is assisting with the path to peace in the Middle East. In 1996, Sally was honoured by the YWCA of Toronto with the prestigious Women of Distinction Award in Communications. In 1997 she received the Achievement Award for Human Rights for Women from Jewish Women International; in 1998 Media Watch s Dodi Robb Award and in 2002, the Foundation Award for Outstanding Achievement from the National Magazine Awards Foundation. In 2005, she received the Athena International Award (Chicago), the World of Difference Award from the International Alliance for Women (Florida) and the Red Cross Humanitarian Award - New Brunswick Region. In 2008 she received the Clarkson Laureate for public service at Massey College, University of Toronto. And in May 2008, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian Journalism Foundation. In March 2010, she became the fourth recipient of The Calgary Peace Prize. She is the recipient of seven honorary doctorate degrees and is a Member of the Order of Canada. Her book Veiled Threat: The Hidden Power of the Women of Afghanistan was published by Penguin Books in The Nine Lives of Charlotte Taylor was published by Random House in Bitter Roots, Tender Shoots: the Uncertain Fate of Afghanistan s Women was published by Penguin in Inspiring Public Confidence 3

6 Workshops Workshop Streams The conference will feature English and French workshops delivered in three streams: Professional Regulation (PR) Learn about challenges, activities and success of professional regulators as members of the public seek more accountability from them. Acting in the Public Interest (PI) Get a closer look at how the public interest is central to democracy, politics and policy debates, and how to ensure the protection of the public when faced with changing conditions. Effective Practices and Research (EP) Discuss what it takes for educators to improve their practice and keep their teaching relevant and inspiring for students in an ever-changing world. You may attend workshops from all three streams. Thursday, November 6 Workshop Series 1 10:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. The Future of Regulation Session ID: PR-1EF (English with simultaneous interpretation available) Presenter: Helen Kerr President, KerrSmith Rampant technology advancement, global value shifts and economic disruption are part of the rapidly changing landscape of both the public and private sector. Understanding what might be emerging from unexpected corners allows you to remain resilient and mitigate potential risks, while seeking new opportunities. Join Helen Kerr as she outlines the results of her investigation into the ten-year forward view of trends and drivers of change that are likely to impact professional self-regulation. Her presentation will cover plausible future scenarios that serve as a platform to discuss implications and strategies for your own sector. Will Necessity Become the Mother of Invention? Inter-professional Collaboration by Professional Regulators Session ID: PR-1aE (English) Presenter: Richard Steinecke, LL.B. Senior Partner, Steinecke Maciura LeBlanc Historically professions have been regulated individually by standalone regulatory bodies. Often there is almost no contact between the regulator of the individual and the practitioners employers even when the employer is closely regulated. This siloed approach results in uncoordinated and inconsistent protection for the public. Yet it is extremely difficult to alter the existing system. This presentation examines the challenges of inter-professional collaboration in the education, health and other sectors to identify barriers to change and to offer some modest proposals that address the changing face of regulation. Inspiring Public Confidence 4

7 Tweeting, Texting, Teenagers and Teachers Session ID: PI-1E (English) Presenter: Frederick S. Lane Author, Attorney, Educational Consultant, Speaker, and Expert Witness Each and every week, new and innovative communication apps are released to the Apple itunes and Google Play stores. Teens flock to these apps, seeking novelty, privacy, and anonymity. This workshop will introduce the latest teen messaging apps, discuss how teens are using them, and highlight some of the personal and professional risks that can arise when educators try to engage students on these platforms. The workshop will include practical suggestions on how best to avoid these emerging cyber traps. L éducation comme levier pour conserver la langue, la culture et l identité francophone Session ID: PI-1aF (French) Presenter: François Boileau French Language Services Commissioner of Ontario Commissariat aux services en français de l Ontario Afin de voir à la sauvegarde du patrimoine linguistique et culturel francophone en milieu minoritaire les gouvernements ont un rôle à jouer pour non seulement inspirer la confiance du public, mais aussi pour participer pleinement à la mise en place d institutions clés quant au développement des communautés. Que ce soit avec l élargissement des critères d admissibilité pour les subventions aux étudiantes et étudiants des régions éloignées, la mise en place de comité consultatif composé d experts pour aborder et améliorer l accès aux programmes de langue française au palier postsecondaire ou encore de désignation d établissements universitaire en vertu de la Loi sur les services en français pour leur assurer une protection, des mesures doivent être mises en place pour assurer aux francophones et aux francophiles une véritable égalité. En se basant sur les besoins en matière d éducation postsecondaire de langue française en Ontario, le commissaire passe en revue plusieurs mesures prises à cet égard par le gouvernement dans la dernière année. It s in the Public Interest Mental Health and Suicide Awareness in Ontario s Classrooms Session ID: EP-1E (English) Randal Penney Director of Mental Health Services, Lutherwood (Waterloo) Tana Nash Executive Director, Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council Are there beginning signs of a mental health problem? What do I look for? What can I do? Where and how do I initiate help for a young person? For teachers and school communities, early intervention for mental health promotion and suicide awareness is the knowledge of where and how to refer to appropriate services and supports (regardless of age) for children, youth and their families/caregivers as soon as possible. This workshop will look at practical strategies for mental health promotion and suicide awareness, provincially, locally and in the classroom. How do we deal with transitions? What resources are available to you? What are the next steps in developing a more effective and efficient response in caring for our children and youth? Gathering Under One Tree in the York Region District School Board: In Conversation with Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Schools Session ID: EP-1aE (English) John Ippolito, PhD Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, York University Camille Logan, OCT Principal of Inclusive School and Community Services, York Region District School Board Maria Lucic, OCT Teacher, York Region District School Board Tahira Yousaf York Region District School Board This presentation draws on an ongoing, nine-year longitudinal research project centered in Armadale Public School in the York Region District School Board. The Inspiring Public Confidence 5

8 project has made a sustained effort to strengthen and expand the lines of communication between parents and schools. It has done so through: 1. a series of afterschool discussion forums addressing issues that stakeholders deem important to the community s experience of public schooling; 2. parent and teacher research groups where participants compare experiences and hold informed discussions around priority issues such as mental health and well-being; and, most recently 3. a multilingual, online discussion forum as a supplement to face-to-face interactions. Thursday, November 6 Workshop Series 2 12:30 p.m. 1:45 p.m. Regulating Conduct: The Impact on Being a Teacher Session ID: PR-2E (English) Presenter: Rachel Dubsky Senior lecturer at the School of Education University of Northampton (UK) This workshop explores the functions of regulatory codes of conduct. We shall engage with issues regarding consistency of referral thresholds and subjectivity of interpretation around what constitutes serious misconduct. We shall consider opportunities to engage whole communities in locally developed, context-meaningful and inclusive codes, whilst working within a shared national/regional framework. Without such context-responsive, localized codes, we ask what it means for being a teacher if teacher professionalism is performed. The workshop will draw on doctoral research and facilitate discussion and interaction. Inside the Kitchen, Second Guessing the Chef Session ID: PR-2aE (English) Presenter: David J. Collie, FCPA, C. Dir President and CEO, Electrical Safety Authority of Ontario Board oversight has never been more important than in today s media-sensitive world. Board members need to be ever diligent and yet how do they discharge their responsibilities but not get into the kitchen of management? Join this session for a lively presentation and discussion on the bright line between the board s role and management s role based upon the Institute of Corporate Directors article, The Kitchen, Lessons in Board Governance, by Mr. David Collie, FCPA, C. Dir., Faculty Member of the Directors College of Canada. Lessons from the Watchdog: Oversight and Accountability in the Public Interest Session ID: PI-2EF (English with simultaneous interpretation available) Presenter: André Marin Ombudsman of Ontario Transparency and accountability, oversight and open government these are big buzzwords across the public sector today. But the principle of independent oversight they stem from goes back more than 200 years, to when the first government ombudsman (citizen s representative) was created in Sweden. Ontario Ombudsman André Marin s office handles more than 20,000 public complaints about provincial government services every year and specializes in recommending systemic fixes that benefit the public and public servants alike. He will discuss how a watchdog who knows when to bark and when to bite can be the public sector s best friend. Obesity, Eating Disorders, and Body Image: How to Help without Harming Session ID: PI-2aE (English) Katherine Baldwin, MD, FRCPC Pediatrician, Children s Hospital of Eastern Ontario; Assistant Professor, University of Ottawa Laurie Clark, PhD, C.Psych. Clinical Psychologist, Children s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Megan Harrison MD, FRCPC Adolescent Health Physician, Children s Hospital of Eastern Ontario; Assistant Professor, University of Ottawa In a world that often bombards us with conflicting messages about health, nutrition and weight, it is difficult to know what to say to kids about these issues. This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of obesity Inspiring Public Confidence 6

9 (what BMI is and what it really tells us about overall health) and eating disorders (what they are and what they are not), and why having positive body image is so important. A unified approach to talking about these issues with children and youth will be presented one that is helpful, not harmful in the hopes of avoiding dangerous repercussions such as triggering unhealthy eating behaviors. Attendees will learn strategies to foster positive health behaviors and body image in children and youth. Fostering Healthy Relationships as the Key to Prevention Session ID: EP-2E (English) Glenn S. Lipson, PhD, A.B.P.P. Program Director and Full Professor Alliant International University Randy Kasper Licensed Clinical Social Worker School for Imagery and Health The workshop is based on Dr. Lipson s more than 25 years of evaluating victims and offenders involved in different forms of actionable teacher misconduct. Pathways to boundary violations will be examined. Prevalence and demographics will be explored. Videos gathered from cases and recorded for use in training will be shared. The goal is to examine the means to supported and consistent methods of prevention. Attendees will have a better understanding of the interplay of factors that lead to damages. Expériences des enseignants et des élèves dans un projet pilote sur la santé mentale dans des écoles ontariennes Causons pour la cause : Trouver des ressources et de l information fiables sur la santé mentale (7 e et 8 e années) Session ID: EP-2aF (French) Cameron Montgomery, PhD Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services, University of Ottawa L institut de recherche de l hôpital Montfort Natalie Montgomery Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services University of Ottawa Matthew Johnson Media Smarts Le programme Causons pour la cause a été conçu afin d aider des élèves (1 re et 2 e secondaire) à trouver et à distinguer des informations et des ressources fiables relatives à la santé mentale en ligne et à partir de plusieurs outils multi médias. Ce programme a été livré entre janvier et juin 2014 dans trois conseils scolaires Ontariens dont deux dans la région d Ottawa (comprenant un conseil francophone) et le troisième à Toronto. Nous présenterons ce programme au public avec une demonstration que les enseignants ont utilisé pour enseigner le programme aux élèves. Ensuite, nous présonterons et discuterons des résultats d une évaluation d efficacité de ce programme pilote. L objectif de l évaluation d efficacité a été d évaluer le changement quant aux apprentissages chez les élèves après avoir été enseigné une leçon du programme. La formation des enseignants et leurs expériences pédagogiques respectives en lien avec la livraison du programme seront également présentées. Les implications de cette recherche tant au niveau pratique qu au niveau scientifique seront discutées de façon interactive avec le public. Thursday, November 6 Workshop Series 3 2:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Linking Competency Assessment and Continuing Professional Development Session ID: PR-3E (English) Presenter: Anthony Marini, PhD President, Martek Assessments Ltd. For the past 17 years, the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) has assessed the continuing competency of its members in response to fulfilling its mandate of public protection and as a catalyst for encouraging its members to engage in continuing professional development (CPD). Using the OCP project as a starting point, this presentation examines methods for assessing continuing competency and their link to Inspiring Public Confidence 7

10 the CPD activities. Challenges professionals encounter in addressing ongoing CPD needs will be identified and strategies for maximizing the impact of CPD activities on professional practice will be examined. Managing and Regulating Teacher Competence The Scottish Model Session ID: PR-3aE (English) Presenter: Lindsay Thomson Head of Fitness to Teach General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTC Scotland) This presentation will focus on the partnership approach to professional competence taken in Scotland through the Framework on Teacher Competence and standards required in the Standard for Full Registration. It will also consider the referral process of competence cases to GTC Scotland (the regulatory body for Scottish teachers) and provide some analysis of the competence cases considered by GTC Scotland. Social Media for Success and Safety Session ID: PI-3E (English) Presenter: Constable Scott Mills Social Media Officer, Toronto Police Service A live, interactive presentation that shows how Toronto Police Service and Crime Stoppers are reaching out to the public for success and safety using social media tools. Effective emergency management communication between all community partners, the police and public will be addressed. In addition the concept of using relationships and technology to save and improve lives using social media tools will be discussed, the pros, the cons, and why it is imperative that social media policies be adapted for the success and safety of our community for all organizations. Charting Our Own Path Forward: First Nations Education in Ontario Session ID: PI-3aE (English) Presenter: Julia Candlish Education Coordinator, Chiefs of Ontario This workshop will provide participants with a First Nations perspective on education and what First Nations in Ontario are doing to improve the quality of education. The workshop will provide insights on how participants can assist First Nations in their quest to develop and implement a First Nations education system (includes links with provincial system) that supports true First Nations control of First Nations education. Honing Professional Judgment in the Development of Ethical Knowledge Session ID: EP-3E (English) Presenters : Elizabeth Campbell, PhD Professor, The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto Michael Salvatori, OCT, PhD Chief Executive Officer and Registrar Ontario College of Teachers Using interview data from her research studies, Dr. Campbell will describe a consistent neglect of professional ethics and moral aspects of teaching within initial teacher preparation programs. The presentation will consider reasons for this lack, in terms of myths and assumptions about teacher candidates and the place of ethics instruction within the curriculum; it will explore practical approaches to remedying this neglect, including case study pedagogy, that directly connect familiar ethical principles to the complexities of daily teaching practice. Dr. Salvatori will provide commentary and expand on the role of the Ontario College of Teachers in specifically working with in-service teachers to hone and extend ethical awareness and judgment within the profession. Favoriser le bien-être des élèves : milieux d apprentissage sains, sécuritaires, bienveillants et inclusifs Session ID: EP-3aF (French) Staff from the Ontario Ministry of Education Inspiring Public Confidence 8

11 Dans le cadre de la vision renouvelée de l éducation, le bien-être des enfants et des élèves a été établi comme l un des quatre objectifs essentiels, reconnaissant ainsi l importance fondamentale du bien-être pour les apprenants et leur avenir. Cet atelier interactif portera sur les activités gouvernementales visant à créer les conditions nécessaires pour favoriser le bien-être des élèves. Une attention toute particulière sera portée à la façon dont ces activités qui visent à établir des milieux d apprentissage sains, sécuritaires, bienveillants et inclusifs favorisent le bien-être des élèves. Les participants seront invités à débattre et à échanger des pratiques actuelles d établissement de milieux d apprentissage positifs. Thursday, November 6 Workshop Series 4 3:30 p.m. 4:45 p.m. How Does a Professional Regulator Go About Setting a Governance Framework for Its Board that Inspires Public Confidence? Session ID: PR-4E (English) Presenter: Jennifer Macdonald Head of Legal and Adjudication Services General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) The session will cover the importance placed by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) on transparency in order to ensure public accountability of its Council (or Board) and inspire public confidence in it. The session will cover how GTCS has approached: establishing robust, transparent and defensible Board appointment procedures (including eligibility criteria) setting member expectations at the outset via terms of appointment and via induction training setting a Code of Conduct for Board Members putting in place a framework for how complaints against Board Members will be dealt with that ensures that this is appropriately fair and independent putting in place a Board Member performance review (or evaluation) framework and the challenges that have arisen for GTCS in so doing establishing a procedure for the removal of Board Members in extreme cases the importance of having clear and transparent expense and remuneration arrangements illustrations of some general challenges that GTCS has experienced to date in this area and how we have dealt with them. Building a Movement: Ongoing Learning for Early Childhood Educators Session ID: PR-4aE (English) Sue Corke Registrar and CEO, College of Early Childhood Educators Melanie Dixon, RECE Director of Professional Practice, College of Early Childhood Educators The presentation will outline the Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) program at the College of Early Childhood Educators, and specifically the role of the Leadership Pilot in building expertise, resources and enthusiasm for the CPL program while it awaits regulatory approval. The CPL program is an important initiative in building public confidence in the profession for 47,000 registered early childhood educators (RECEs) in Ontario. It is estimated that approximately 15 per cent of RECEs will soon be working in full day early learning and kindergarten. LGBTQ Stories Session ID: PI-4E (English) John Podgorski, OCT Part time professor, Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa Joan Grundy, OCT Vice principal, Waterloo Catholic District School Board Moderator: Joe Jamieson, OCT Deputy Registrar, Ontario College of Teachers Over the last several years, Ontario schools have worked to become safer and more inclusive communities, which were heightened with the passing of the Accepting Schools Act. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) students present a unique minority within schools that are often targets of bullying and isolation. Within this reality, however, there is a unique opportunity Inspiring Public Confidence 9

12 to hear their stories, and to respond with care and compassion. With the support of the Ontario College of Teachers, John Podgorski has produced a video resource that captures the voices of parents, students and educators as they share their experiences in Ontario schools. This session will include a viewing of this resource, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Joe Jamieson, that includes John Podgorski, Joan Grundy and the parent / student perspective. The discussion will include regulatory case law that has provided jurisprudence in the role of the regulator in protecting the public interest with respect to LGBTQ students. Choisir les études collégiales Session ID: PI-4aF (French) Presenter: Sylvie Beauvais Associate Vice-President, Collège Boréal Les collèges de l Ontario ont la responsabilité d élaborer et de faire approuver leurs programmes, et d instaurer des procédés d assurance de la qualité pour veiller à ce qu ils respectent les normes élevées de qualité. Ainsi, un haut niveau de formation est assuré pour les étudiants qui choisissent les études collégiales. Lors de cet atelier, les thèmes suivants seront notamment abordés : portrait global du système collégial ontarien, mécanismes d assurance de la qualité, types de programmes, ententes avec les conseils scolaires et les universités, mesures de soutien à la réussite, recherche appliquée. Student and Teacher Experiences of a Mental Health Pilot Program for Ontarian Schools: Let s Talk: Finding Reliable Mental Health Information and Resources (Grades 7-8) Session ID: EP-4E (English) Cameron Montgomery, PhD Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services, University of Ottawa Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa, L institut de recherche de l hôpital Montfort Natalie Montgomery Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services, University of Ottawa Matthew Johnson Media Smarts The Let s Talk program was designed to help Grade 7 and 8 students recognize, find and authenticate reliable mental health information and resources online and via a variety of multi-media tools. Let s Talk was delivered between January and June 2014 in three Ontario school boards in the regions of Toronto and Ottawa including a Francophone school board. Let s Talk: Finding Reliable Mental Health Information and Resources (Grades 7-8) will be introduced to the audience using actual live multimedia demonstrations that teachers undertook for program delivery to their students. We will then present and discuss the results of an efficacy evaluation of the pilot program. The goal of the efficacy evaluation was to assess student learning (of the lesson content) and the degree to which their knowledge was enhanced. Teacher training and pedagogical experiences (of the program delivery) were also evaluated before the program s national release that is projected for Teaching components, student and teacher program perspectives will be shared in this session, in addition to interpretations by the research team. Interaction with the public will be encouraged. Perspectives contemporaines internationales sur l enseignement et l apprentissage des mathématiques Session ID: EP-4aF (French) Presenter: Luis Radford, PhD Full Professor and Director, l École des sciences de l éducation, Université Laurentienne Le but de cette présentation est de faire un survol critique des perspectives internationales contemporaines sur l enseignement et l apprentissage des mathématiques et de caractériser les notions de pratiques efficaces correspondantes. Un contraste entre l Asie, l Europe et l Amérique du Nord nous permettra de mettre en évidence le fait que la notion de «pratique efficace» est ancrée dans des conceptions historiques, sociales et culturelles de l éducation et dans des conceptions concomitantes des mathématiques, de l apprenant et de l apprentissage. Des implications pour l enseignement et l apprentissage des mathématiques en Ontario seront mentionnées à la fin de la présentation. Inspiring Public Confidence 10

13 Friday, November 7 Workshop Series 5 8:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. What to do When the Headline is YOU Session ID: PR-5E (English) Presenter: Jeff Ansell President, Jeff Ansell and Associates In today s media environment, knowing how to properly answer challenging questions from reporters and stakeholders requires special skill. Jeff Ansell, a former investigative journalist, has created a unique process to successfully manage media encounters, especially in a crisis. Audiences will discover: Response techniques for difficult questions Strategies to avoid interview pitfalls Framework to deliver negative news How not to be misquoted or taken out of context What To Do When the Headline Is YOU will help you safeguard your organization s reputation when public trust is jeopardized. perspective, and what we currently know about the impact of abuse, exposure to family violence, and exploitation over the Internet. Des médiaux sociaux pour le succès et la sécurité Session ID: PI-5aF (French) Presenter: Constable Scott Mills Social Media Officer Service de police de Toronto Exposé interactif en direct montrant comment le Service de police de Toronto et le programme Échec au crime atteignent le public pour assurer que les médias sociaux sont utilisés avec succès et en toute sécurité. On y abordera le thème de la gestion efficace des communications en cas d urgence entre partenaires communautaires, la police et le public. La discussion portera aussi sur le concept de mettre à profit les relations et les technologies afin de sauver et d améliorer des vies à l aide des médias sociaux : avantages, désavantages et pourquoi les politiques des médias sociaux doivent être impérativement adaptées de façon à assurer le succès et la sécurité de tous les organismes faisant partie de notre communauté. Child Abuse: Integrating Impact and Prevention Session ID: PI-5E (English) Pearl Rimer Manager, Child and Youth Advocacy Centre Boost Child Abuse Prevention and Intervention Heather Gregory Child and Family Therapist, Boost Child Abuse Prevention and Intervention This presentation will highlight the potential impact on children, youth and their families due to the dynamics of child abuse and exposure to family violence, including how online victimization has added additional layers to the already complex issues associated with victimization. How to prevent abuse and violence in the lives of children has always been a challenge. This presentation will also feature updated prevention messages that integrate a developmental I Was Afraid I Was Going to Get in Trouble. Yet, I Wish I Could Have Done More : Competing Tensions within the Teaching Profession Session ID: EP-5E (English) Presenter: Troy Hutchings, PhD Research Chair Education, University of Phoenix This session will examine the complexities, vulnerabilities, and competing tensions that are inherent within the teaching profession. Through case studies, research, and participant interaction, a compelling case will be made that without a focus on educator ethics, our profession will have difficulty in bearing public scrutiny and inspiring public confidence. Unlike other professions, education has not been diligent about the inclusion of ethics and professional decision-making as a part of pre-service preparation, initial licensure, professional development, and continued licensure. That, however, is starting to change. Dr. Hutchings will discuss the national movement in the United States to develop Inspiring Public Confidence 11

14 a Model Code of Educator Ethics, as well as burgeoning state and institutional initiatives to ensure that teachers are more fully prepared for the complete immersion into the complex and often ethically ambiguous world of teaching. Teaching for Both Sides of our Brain Session ID: EP-5aE (English) Rebecca Jamieson, OCT President and CEO, Six Nations Polytechnic Richard W. Hill Senior Project Coordinator, Deyohahá:ge Indigenous Knowledge Centre Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is an Indigenous Education Institute committed to seeking new ways of bridging gaps in learning theory, styles and practices linked to Indigenous student success challenges. While many sociologists discredit the right vs. left brain theory and its implications for teaching and learning, positive results are shown when Indigenous learners operate from their cultural foundations AND non-indigenous teachers gain a deeper understanding of such foundations. The presenters will provide insights into a Two Row Epistemology and discuss the reciprocal benefits of working with Indigenous Institutes to build teacher and administrator confidence in supporting Indigenous student success. Students as Researchers: Collaborative Inquiry Session ID: EP-5bE (English) Terry Blair, Julie Price Martel and Students as Researchers team Near North DSB Debbie Clark and Students as Researchers team Ottawa Catholic School Board Kelly Brown Manager, Student Success / Learning to 18 Implementation, Innovation and Support Branch, Ministry of Education In 2012, the Students as Researchers project was launched by the Student Success / Learning to 18, Strategic Implementation, Innovation and Support Branch of the Ministry of Education. Students as Researchers (StAR), part of Ontario s Student Voice Initiative demonstrates that students are a critical source of information to be considered as educational communities shift towards being more studentcentered. Students as Researchers teams are trained in conducting collaborative inquiry following the Tri-Council policy guidelines to ensure research is conducted in an ethical way. This presentation will outline the experience of two school boards and their StAR teams in Students will share their process, research findings and recommendations during this workshop. Friday, November 7 Workshop Series 6 10:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. The Role of Good Character in Professional Regulation Session ID: PR-6E (English) Presenter: Lorne Sossin Professor and Dean, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University This workshop will explore the concept of Good Character in the context of professional regulation the challenges of its definition in a diverse, dynamic and pluralist society, the challenges of its application in a transparent and consistent fashion, and the considerations which apply where determinations of Good Character are challenged. Click Here: Using Social Media to Build Member Engagement and Enhance Patient Care Session ID: PR-6aE (English) Shenda Tanchak Registrar and CEO, College of Physiotherapists of Ontario Lisa Pretty Director of Communications, College of Physiotherapists of Ontario Inspiring Public Confidence 12

15 In 2013, The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) changed gears. Why? There was a concern that a lack of awareness could lead to standards violations. The goal: increase effectiveness of communications with members. The plan: identify an overarching theme, reduce clutter and introduce social media. The result: an engaged membership openly participating in discussions to shape policy and enhance care. The data: increased open rates, a booming blog community, 10,000 YouTube views, and webinars 95 per cent of viewers would recommend to colleagues. What worked, what didn t and what s next? Teaching Human Rights in Ontario: a Guide for Ontario Schools Session ID: PI-6E (English) Presenter: Dora Nipp Human Rights Education and Change Specialist, Ontario Human Rights Commission The Ontario Human Rights Code is one of the most important pieces of legislation in Ontario. This workshop introduces to Teaching Human Rights in Ontario: a guide for Ontario schools. The guide is a blueprint on how to encourage students to learn about their rights and responsibilities under the Code. It also includes educational resources and activities. Teaching human rights in the classroom can be a starting point for lifelong learning about human rights and inclusion, and the value of respecting the dignity and worth of all Ontarians. Investigation Best Practices Fair, Accurate, and Timely Session ID: PI-6aE (English) Presenter: Dean Benard President, Benard + Associates Investigations into alleged professional misconduct, incompetence, harassment and discrimination, workplace violence, and other cases issues requires well planned and well executed processes. It is now common to see the focus of cases shift from the merits of a case to the investigation process. Investigations are examined for potential concerns about process fairness, or investigator bias, incompetence or even misconduct. Investigations must be able to withstand this scrutiny. This workshop will cover the keys elements to ensuring an effective, accurate, and fair investigation: proper planning and case management a review of common investigation errors avoiding allegations of bias, conflict of interest, and confidentiality breaches interviewing tips that ensure high quality information gathering evidence management surveillance and undercover projects Supporting Student Well-Being: Safe, Caring, Inclusive and Healthy Learning Environments Session ID: EP-6E (English) Presenter: staff from the Ontario Ministry of Education As part of the renewed vision for education, child and student well-being has been identified as one of the four core goals thus recognizing its fundamental importance to our learners and their futures. This interactive workshop will explore government activity intended to help create the conditions to support student well-being. Particular focus will be on how those activities related to the development of safe, caring, inclusive and healthy learning environments support student well-being. Participants will be invited to discuss and share current practices in developing positive learning environments. Les écoles secondaires de l Ontario en route vers l ère numérique Session ID: EP-6aF (French) Presenter: Serge Demers, Ph.D. Acting Registrar and Secretary of Senate Université Laurentienne Cette présentation examine les principales approches pédagogiques utilisées par le personnel enseignant de 20 écoles secondaires de l Ontario afin d intégrer pleinement la technologie dans les salles de classe. Les conditions gagnantes pour une mise en oeuvre seront aussi présentées. Inspiring Public Confidence 13

16 Schedule at a glance Wednesday, November 5 7:00 p.m. Student entertainment 7:15 p.m. Welcoming remarks 7:30 p.m. Opening keynote Ken Taylor Thursday, November 6 8:00 a.m. Registration / continental breakfast 9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks Second keynote Jean Charest 9:45 a.m. Award cermony: Inspiring Public Confidence Winner 10:00 a.m. Break Workshop Series 1 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Lunch The Future of Regulation Will Necessity Become the Mother of Invention? Inter-professional Collaboration by Professional Regulators Tweeting, Texting, Teenagers and Teachers L éducation comme levier pour conserver la langue, la culture et l identité francophone It s in the Public Interest Mental Health and Suicide Awareness in Ontario s Classrooms Gathering Under One Tree in the York Region District School Board: In Conversation with Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Schools Workshop Series 2 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Regulating Conduct: The Impact on Being a Teacher Inside the Kitchen, Second Guessing the Chef Lessons from the Watchdog: Oversight and Accountability in the Public Interest Obesity, Eating Disorders, and Body Image: How to Help without Harming Fostering Healthy Relationships as the Key to Prevention Expériences des enseignants et des élèves dans un projet pilote sur la santé mentale dans des écoles ontariennes Causons pour la cause : Trouver des ressources et de l information fiables sur la santé mentale (7 e et 8 e années) Workshop Series 3 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Linking Competency Assessment and Continuing Professional Development Managing and Regulating Teacher Competence The Scottish Model Social Media for Success and Safety Inspiring Public Confidence 14

17 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (cont d) Charting Our Own Path Forward: First Nations Education in Ontario Honing Professional Judgment in the Development of Ethical Knowledge Favoriser le bien-être des élèves : milieux d apprentissage sains, sécuritaires, bienveillants et inclusifs Workshop Series 4 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. How Does a Professional Regulator Go About Setting a Governance Framework for Its Board that Inspires Public Confidence? Building a Movement: Ongoing Learning for Early Childhood Educators LGBTQ Stories Choisir les études collégiales Student and Teacher Experiences of a Mental Health Pilot program for Ontarian Schools: Let s Talk: Finding Reliable Mental Health Information and Resources (Grades 7-8) Perspectives contemporaines internationales sur l enseignement et l apprentissage des mathématiques 5:00 p.m. Complimentary networking reception Friday, November 7 7:30 a.m. Continental breakfast Workshop Series 5 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. What to do When the Headline is YOU Child Abuse: Integrating Impact and Prevention Des médiaux sociaux pour le succès et la sécurité I Was Afraid I Was Going to Get in Trouble. Yet, I Wish I Could Have Done More : Competing Tensions within the Teaching Profession Teaching for Both Sides of our Brain Students as Researchers: Collaborative Inquiry Workshop Series 6 10:00 a.m.- 11:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Break The Role of Good Character in Professional Regulation Click Here: Using Social Media to Build Member Engagement and Enhance Patient Care Teaching Human Rights in Ontario: a Guide for Ontario Schools Investigation Best Practices Fair, Accurate, and Timely Supporting Student Well-Being: Safe, Caring, Inclusive and Healthy Learning Environments Les écoles secondaires de l Ontario en route vers l ère numérique 11:45 a.m. Closing keynote Sally Armstrong 12:45 p.m. Closing remarks Inspiring Public Confidence - 15

18 Venue and accommodation Venue and accomodation One of Toronto s premier hotels, the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel at 525 Bay Street is conveniently located in the heart of the city. Featuring accommodations within walking distance of the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, University of Toronto, Toronto General Hospital, Ryerson University and world-famous shopping at Eaton Centre, our downtown Toronto hotel offers business and leisure guests the perfect place to call home during the conference. Special room rate Conference attendees can take advantage of the special conference daily rate of $189 + applicable taxes from October 30 November 10 (for those wanting to stay a little longer in Toronto). Reservations must be made through our special online registration page at: bit.ly/1m7uuez. This special rate is offered on a limited number of rooms, subject to availability so book early! Getting to the Conference Directions to the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre 525 Bay Street, Toronto By car: From: West / Toronto Pearson International Airport - YYZ Take Highway 427 South to the QEW-Queen Elizabeth Way East to the Gardiner Expressway East Exit at York / Bay Streets Follow Bay Street north and the hotel will be on the right just north of Queen Street From North: Take Highway 400 Southbound to Highway 401 East Go south onto the Don Valley Parkway Exit toward Richmond Street / Downtown Take Richmond Street East and turn right onto Bay Street Follow Bay Street and the hotel will be on the right side From South: Take the Queen Elizabeth Way to the Gardiner Expressway East Exit at York/Bay Streets Follow Bay Street north and the hotel will be on the right just north of Queen Street From East: Take Highway 401 to the Don Valley Parkway south Exit toward Richmond Street / Downtown Take Richmond Street East and turn right onto Bay Street Follow Bay Street and the hotel will be on the right side Inspiring Public Confidence 16

19 Parking: The directions above will lead you to the hotel s on-site parking lot Garage height clearance 2 meters 1 cm or 6 feet 7 inches By public transit: Dundas Subway Station is the closest subway stop, however Queen Station is also nearby. From Dundas Subway Station: Go west on Dundas street Head south on Bay Street to 525 Bay Street From Queen Subway Station: Go west on Queen Street Head north on Bay Street to 525 Bay Street Inspiring Public Confidence 17

20 Register Now Save 10 per cent off your registration fee with our early bird rate! Early bird registration on or before October 1, 2014: $250 plus HST Regular registration after October 1, 2014: $275 plus HST The registration fee for the Ontario College of Teachers Conference Inspiring Public Confidence includes: Keynote speeches by Ken Taylor, Jean Charest and Sally Armstrong Six workshop sessions provided by well-known thought leaders in professional regulation, acting in the public education and effective practices and research in teacher education Networking reception Refreshments and three meals, including: light breakfasts on Thursday and Friday, and lunch on Thursday For more information and to register online, visit us at oct.ca/conference. Register by October 31, Don t delay as seats fill quickly! For additional information: Ontario College of Teachers 101 Bloor Street West Toronto ON M5S 0A1 Telephone: Toll-free in Ontario: info@oct.ca oct.ca Cette publication est également disponible en français sous le titre Conférence Inspirer la confiance au public.