If there is one thing I know how to do, it is laugh. Whether it’s laughing at myself, movies, commercials, during situations in need of levity and situations where I probably shouldn’t, I can usually find something to laugh about.… More
About sfriesen
A mother, teacher, wife and sometimes activist who is interested in making her children and students, profession and country the best they can be!
The 21st Century … and Beyond!
Here we are in the second decade of the 21st century and still trying to figure out what 21st century learning should look like. As Patrick Tucker has noted in his post about this topic, why are the skills presented for this century considered any different than what has been needed for several previous decades?… More

In Two Years, Education Could Be …
A Change for the Better
Imagine one change in education that you feel would be both valuable and “do-able” in the next two years … I can hardly start at the two-year do-able stage, can I?… More
Author: Shelley Friesen
I am excited to be part of this new initiative that has the potential to bring together the various voices regarding education in Canada today. I have learned that the best way to bring about change is to include all voices, listen carefully, ask questions and attempt to find common ground.… More
Welcome To voicEd.ca
We are a collective of voices who have an interest in collaborating on conversations, discussion and even debates about the future of education and schooling in Canada. The voices that you will meet here are varied and diverse, but all of them are connected by a passion for envisioning an education system that is vibrant, relevant and effective for all students.
We hope that you will enjoy exploring the different perspectives that live here. We also invite you to take time to join in as many of the conversations as you would like.
If you would like to add your voice to our efforts, don't hesitate to be in touch using the contact information listed at the bottom of this page.
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Email: stephen.hurley@voicEd.ca
Twitter: @voicedcanada
