English Language Arts
The English Language Arts program in Quebec emphasizes the use of language for communicating, learning and living in a pluralistic society. LEARN offers tools that focus on authentic opportunities for students to write, talk and produce text/media for a specific audience.
LEARN Educational Resources
Teaching Resources
Welcome to the new dedicated English Language Arts page. Scan below to find learning strategies, document collections and more.
Literacy Resources
A collection of literacy resources for literacy educators across Quebec.
Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Here are some resources to learn more about the legacy of Black people and communities in Canada.
Developmental Literacy Continuum Documents
Folders containing PDF versions of the Writing, Reading, and Talk Continuum with indicators and descriptions along with support documents. All the documents are formatted for
Graphic Organizer Store House
Evaluation Strategies and Tools
Tools and strategies to help teachers use the evaluation frameworks, monitor skills particular to the social sciences, and develop some best practices for exam situations. Note that this is where you will also find the LEARN I.O. icons and RECITUS Badges and Guides!
Cartograf - A LEARN-RECIT
Online Mapping Tool
Cartograf is an open-source, interactive web-based mapping and drawing application.
It allows students and teachers to create and share maps, collect and analyze images, and work collaboratively on class projects!
Student Resources
Write a Letter
Letters are written for many reasons. Some people write friendly letters to keep in touch with people they know well, like friends, and pen pals.
Professional Development Resources
Browse a variety of professional development resources, including LEARN blog posts.
Spring Story Walk: Books to Get us Outdoor and Cli-fi! with Judy Halpern
Presentation slides by Judy Halpern to accompany our spring book webinar which feature Judy Halpern talking about picture books that will get you outdoors!
Spring Story Walk: Books to Get us Outdoor and Cli-fi! with Judy Halpern
Our spring book webinar will feature Judy Halpern talking about picture books that will get you outdoors! Judy will highlight new and well-loved spring titles,
Summertime Reads from the LEARN Team Vol. VIII
A compilation of our team’s favourite books to read over the summer.
Are You Ready to Take a Risk? Prêt·e à prendre un risque?
The definition of the concept of linguistic risk and risk-taking in the second language.
Professional Learning
Workshops
Browse upcoming workshops available on-site in the LEARN office and virtually through Zoom.
ScratchED MeetupRÉCIT
CANCELLED-Beyond the Banana Piano: Invention Literacy with Makey MakeyRÉCIT
Hotel Bonaventure, Rue De la Gauchetière Ouest, Montreal, QC, Canada
Open Creative Space Day: StorytellingRÉCIT
4190 rue Garand, Suite 201, Laval, Québec, H7L 5Z6
ScratchED MeetupRÉCIT
Open Creative Space Day: Unplugged & Basics of RoboticsRÉCITSTEAM
4190 rue Garand, Suite 201, Laval, Québec, H7L 5Z6
ScratchED MeetupRÉCIT
Open Creative Space Day: Outdoor EducationOutdoor EducationRÉCIT
4190 rue Garand, Suite 201, Laval, Québec, H7L 5Z6
ScratchED MeetupRÉCIT
Pedagogical Support
Please contact us if you are looking for personalized support in the form of workshops, classroom support, or curriculum planning.
Curated Resources
Curated Teaching and Learning Resources
Browse our curated resources targeted for English Language Arts.
Curated Professional Development Resources
Welcome to LEARN's English Language Arts media page for professional development suggestions for teachers.
Have you got a favourite Podcast or Youtube station or other online media source you use for PD or in your classes? Tweet it to @LEARN_Ped or contact us directly.
Social Justice Competencies
Lisa K. Taylor’s strategies and resources (icons too!) to support curricula that frame and infuse students learning through a perspective of social justice and the active transformation of all forms of discrimination.
Learning Communities & Professional Associations
Various associations and groups allow ELA teachers to communicate and share, and to develop as professional learners. Here is a list of few key groups:
