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Learning Resources at GWS

Learning Resource Teacher (A-F)	Learning Resource Teacher (G-P)	Learning Resource Teacher (Q-S)	Learning Resource Teacher (T-Z)
Michael Crabtree	Nemanja Pjanic	Jeff Morrow	David Del Monte

The Learning Resources Department:

supports students with unique learning needs for success at Garth Webb S.S. and beyond
assists students with academic programming
updates/manages/reviews all IEPs
supports students with goal setting, self-advocacy, learning skills
meets with teachers to ensure students have required accommodations and resources
completes special education testing, as required
facilitates/assists transition of students with IEPs to secondary & post-secondary education

Learning Strategies (GLE/GLS) Course:

This course focuses on learning strategies to help students become better, more independent learners. Students will learn how to develop and apply:

Learning Skills
Literacy and Numeracy Skills
Personal Knowledge and Management Skills
Interpersonal Knowledge and Skills
Exploration of Opportunities
Preparation for Transitions and Change

Learning Resources Room

The Learning Resources room provides a space for students with IEPs/ELL/Student Success profiles to complete tests, assignments, and receive additional help with their learning needs from a staff member. In order to access this room during regular instructional times, students with IEPs/ELL/Student Success profiles must get approval from their classroom teacher.

Additional Assistance in Classrooms

The Learning Resources department assists classroom instruction in areas where there is a higher number of students with IEPs. In consultation with staff, the Learning Resources department determines what classes receive extra support.

Assistive Technology

Students who require help with assistive technology are asked to speak with their assigned SERT.

Student Tips

How to Beat Procrastination

Postponing tasks we don't like is normal and most often harmless. Problems arise when we let tasks become so overwhelming that we do nothing at all.

Tips to help prevent you from getting to that point.

Watch a TedTalk from Tim Urban a self proclaimed Master Procrastinator.

Problem Solving

Have you ever had to solve a problem but didn't know how to get started?

Learn an IDEAL strategy.

Research

The following are two strategies to help you get started with completing research for your courses.

KWL Strategy

RAN Strategy

Preparing for Tests/Exams

Use the Self Test Strategy to effectively prepare for a test or exam.

Self-Advocacy

Self-advocacy is the ability to speak up for what you need. The beginning of new courses is a great time to start advocating for your learning needs.

Watch a video on self-advocacy.

Staying Organized

Start using a checklist/to-do list to ensure that you stay on top of all your responsibilities this quadmester. Google Tasks is a cross platform tool that will allow you to stay organized by accessing your lists anywhere.

Get started by accessing these resources: Video Written Instructions

HDSB Library Services

The HDSB library service has a number of great resources to help you on your lifelong learning journey. Do you need access to a book, ebook, audio book or another resource?

Note Taking

Note taking helps us remember important information.

Learn a strategy for effective note taking.

Assistive Technology Tools

Read & Write helps students to read, and write and express themselves independently.

PDF Reader allows for using Read & Write tools on PDF documents.

EquatI0 has many accessibility features and tools to be used with mathematics.

The Importance of Sleep

Sleep is connected with mental health, physical well being, memory, and more. Here are a few videos that highlight the importance of sleep.

Digital Detox

A Digital Detox can be useful in order to provide balance in your day to day life. Some of the different strategies include: listening to music, talking to a friend, reading a book, playing a game, and colouring.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

As we navigate and push through these challenging times, it is important we understand and value how important our Mental Health is. Here is a resource for you around Mental Health and Overall Wellbeing.

Read & Write Tool Tips

As homework, tests and assignments start to increase. Incorporating some assistive technology tools might be useful for students. Learn more about Read & Write and how you could implement this tool in your studies.

Self Advocacy

Building skills around Self-Advocacy helps students advocate for their learning and understand their learning needs. Click here to view a video on Self-Advocacy.

Useful Resources

Here is a link for our Learning Resources “Useful Resources” page where you will find useful tips on problem solving, researching, organization, self-advocacy, etc.

Info on Special Education