English Community Newsletter - December 2024
As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to acknowledge your dedication and hard work. This year has been filled with challenges, growth, and countless moments of impact that have shaped the lives of many students.
Eduspeak - Education-specific vocabulary for VT in Quebec
The Educational Pedagogical Consultants – VT (EPC-VT) designed learning capsules about education vocabulary and concepts in vocational training (VT) for VT teachers and centre personnel. It is administered as blended learning, with asynchronous and synchronous learning pieces, and assessments self- or group-administered.
Ventures and Ventures+
Ventures is a Social Participation program for adults with special needs, servicing students in the Montérégie region. The program is divided into two tiers: the Ventures and Ventures+ programs. In Ventures, the curriculum is designed to develop personal and social autonomy. In Ventures +, the program aims to facilitate the mastery of personal, social, and work skills.
Reserve the date - TNCC 2025
Reserve the morning of February 6, 2025, for the Table nationale de collaboration et de concertation (TNCC) meeting. Open to all involved in vocational training, it covers digital integration, field challenges, and educational innovations. The session will be in French, with English comments and questions welcome.
The TNCC is an opportunity for the RÉCIT VT consultants to invite all those involved in vocational training to get together. Whether you are a teacher, pedagogical consultant, administrator or part of our network, your presence will be greatly appreciated.
The agenda is being drawn up to reflect
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Byte Size News - December 2024
The newly released guide on the pedagogical, ethical, and legal use of generative AI is now available. Though not specifically tailored to vocational education, the guide provides a foundation of criteria and insights for integrating AI responsibly within educational practices. Reviewing this document may offer useful considerations for adapting AI’s potential to vocational training environments. This article (in French) from École branchée summarizes the document.
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Qualificaction, the business service of SWLSB
QUALIFICACTION, the business service of the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, specializes in tailor-made training for businesses in various sectors of activity. The Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board has extensive experience in continuing education and corporate training.
Anglophone Community Expo (ACE) 2025
This year, with a fresh take on last year’s successful format, participants can look forward to engaging keynote speakers and dynamic Conversation Hubs exploring a range of relevant topics.
Submit your idea by Jan 17, 2025 in the form at
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AQIFGA 2025 Call for Proposals
English Community Newsletter - November 2024
Examination time in adult education can be a challenging period. Unlike younger learners, adult learners often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as work, family, and personal commitments, alongside their studies. This can make exam preparation more stressful, requiring effective time management and self-discipline strategies.
Galileo students create ‘Skills for Life’ videos
An innovative initiative is underway at Galileo Adult Education Centre designed to empower special needs adults by blending creativity with essential life skills. It’s called “Skills for Life: Empowering Adults with Special Needs.”
Kativik's Business and Community Services
Inside the Department of Adult Education and Vocational Training (AEVT), the Continuing Education sector is having a makeover. Why? The reason is in order to reflect the increasingly broad and inclusive range of services they provide.
New Mural at PEC Bridges Electrotechnology and Interior Design
A new mural was unveiled on November 4th at the Pearson Electrotechnology Centre (PEC). The installation brings together elements of electricity, telecommunications, technology and interior design. These themes are embedded in an abstract/modern design artwork.
Byte Size News - November 2024
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Exploring Italian cuisine
Launch of a consultation process at the ICÉA: Towards a new Adult Education policy
In anticipation of the consultation that the Quebec government will organize in the coming months on a new adult education and continuing education policy, the ICÉA presents a preliminary draft of recommendations: Towards a new government adult education policy and continuing education to make Quebec a learning society.
(article in French)
An electrifying new mural
EMSB 2024 Education and Career Fair
More than 2,000 Secondary V students attended the 24th annual English Montreal School Board Career Fair on Wednesday, October 23, and Thursday, October 24, at St. Pius X Career Centre in Ahuntsic (9955 Papineau). Jack Dym of Pipe and Piling Supplies Ltd was the event’s title sponsor.
Hats Off to You! 2024-2025
Students enrolled in a vocational program leading to a predominantly male trade or profession can now apply for the Hats Off to You competition, and its Excellence in Science component.
Deadline is February 14, 2025 to register.
All information is available at
https://www.quebec.ca/en/government/recognition-awards/education/hats-off-to-you-excellence-science/overview
English Community Newsletter - October 2024
This month, we chose to explore the theme of innovative approaches in adult education and how they offer numerous benefits that enhance our students’ learning experiences and outcomes. Innovative approaches cater to diverse learning styles and schedules, allowing for more personalised and flexible education that fits into busy adult lives. They also foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills by encouraging collaboration, which helps create supportive communities and facilitate networking and shared learning, thereby enhancing motivation and retention. Embracing innovation in adult education not only improves knowledge acquisition, but also empowers learners to thrive in their personal and professional lives.
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Byte Size News - October 2024
RÉCIT VT is the anglophone Vocational Training branch of a Québec wide network focused on the development of student skills through the integration of technology in education. It is mainly through the training, support and guidance of teaching staff that RÉCIT (Network, Education, Collaboration, Innovation, Technology) fulfills its mandate, while developing a culture of networking and sharing.