Having been an LTO (Long term occasional teacher) in the TDSB (Toronto District School Board) for several years I have taught a variety of courses with little prep time available; Facing History saved me more than a few times with their resources (and of course other teachers' contributions to this very blog). I'm delighted to be able to share some of my experience using and adapting Facing History and Ourselves resources and pedagogy in my classroom.
Lesa Smith
Lesa Smith is a Toronto-based teacher. For the last 5 years she has taught English, History, and Social Sciences in the TDSB and private school system. She has a passion for teaching English in particular and likes to bring pop culture and social action together in her classroom (and beyond) whenever possible. You can find her on Twitter: @LesaM412
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Using Facing History and Ourselves Resources and Pedagogy to teach the Grade 12 Secondary School Literacy Course
Posted by Lesa Smith on March 22, 2016
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