Speaker
Michelle Lee
(OCDSB)
Description
The transition from high school to first-year courses is fraught with growing challenges. While university instructors notice a widening gap in foundational skills, high school educators face evolving classroom realities and are told to “start where the student is at”. Neither side has a perfect solution, and both sides are frustrated. I will share some observations gathered from high school physics teachers. This session serves as an open, yet constructive, forum for educators to share their observations, assumptions and intentions. By examining where our expectations diverge and where our efforts overlap, we will have a necessary conversation about how to better support students and educators navigating this increasingly difficult step.