Dr Sunaina Sharma
@drsunainasharma.bsky.social
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Educator. Researcher. Learner. Collaborator. Leader.
https://sunaina-sharma.com
AI didn’t replace my teaching - it expanded it. From multilingual access to creativity and reduced test anxiety, these classroom moments show what purposeful AI use can look like.
#AIinEducation
#StudentAgency
#EdLeadership
#AIandLearning
#EdTech
www.edcan.ca/articles/tea...
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Teaching With AI in Classrooms | EdCan Network
The student leaned in over the page, his forehead wrinkled in concentration. He was doing everything we hope young readers will do: asking questions, looking up vocabulary, rereading tricky passages, ...
https://www.edcan.ca/articles/teaching-with-ai-in-classrooms/
about 1 month ago
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Exciting news! I've accepted a new role as Assistant Professor at Brock University. Grateful for the journey that led me here and looking forward to the opportunities ahead! 🎓✨
#NewBeginnings
7 months ago
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Cutting and sorting: The start of qualitative data analysis. I feel like this allows me to be recursive while also understanding the nuances of the data. Am I the only one who still prefers to do it this way?
#research
#DataPatterns
8 months ago
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Calling all Ontario secondary school teachers...
@osstf.bsky.social
@catholicteachers.bsky.social
8 months ago
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🎨📷 What if doodling wasn’t a distraction—but a doorway into deeper thinking? My latest piece for
@elanontario.bsky.social
explores how art can expand literacy in the English classroom. Let’s colour outside the lines.
elanontario.com/colouring-ou...
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Colouring Outside the Lines: Art as Literacy in the English Classroom – ELAN Ontario
https://elanontario.com/colouring-outside-the-lines-art-as-literacy-in-the-english-classroom/
8 months ago
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📱✨ For English Language Learners, technology isn’t a distraction—it’s a bridge to access, autonomy, and engagement. In my latest piece for @etr_in , I explore how we can rethink tech bans and empower multilingual learners instead. Read more 👉
www.edtechreview.in/trends-insig...
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EmpowerEd: How Technology Helps English Language Learners Thrive
How tech empowers English Language Learners: Smartphones & apps bridge gaps without replacing traditional learning. Why blanket bans hurt ELLs most.
https://www.edtechreview.in/trends-insights/insights/empowered-how-technology-helps-english-language-learners-thrive/
8 months ago
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Post-pandemic, many students struggle to speak up in class. What if tech could amplify their voices instead of replacing them? My latest piece explores how digital tools transformed student engagement in discussions.
#EdTech
#StudentVoice
canadianteachermagazine.com/2025/04/20/1...
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Breaking the Silence: A New Approach to Engaging Every Student
As we’ve returned to the classroom post-pandemic and are working to re-establish pre-pandemic norms, we find ourselves asking students to set aside the lifelines that their personal technology provide...
https://canadianteachermagazine.com/2025/04/20/12865/
9 months ago
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reposted by
Dr Sunaina Sharma
Edutopia
9 months ago
Supporting students who are reading below grade level can be challenging.
@drsunainasharma.bsky.social
offers ways to give older students’ reading skills a boost. 📖
#HighSchoolTeachers
#literacy
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Encouraging Secondary Students to Read
When students are reading below their grade level, these different approaches can motivate them to engage with texts and improve their literacy skills.
https://edut.to/4cEDXZC
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Dr Sunaina Sharma
Edutopia
9 months ago
Secondary teachers: You’ve likely worked with students who are reading below grade level. Educator
@drsunainasharma.bsky.social
shares strategies that help learners gain confidence and engage with content. 📖
#HighSchoolTeachers
#literacy
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Encouraging Secondary Students to Read
When students are reading below their grade level, these different approaches can motivate them to engage with texts and improve their literacy skills.
https://edut.to/4cEDXZC
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Always with my MacBook and phone. Always asking why. 💻📚 Researcher. Teacher. Speaker. Making space for student voice—to deepen inquiry. Limited edition Dr. Sunaina Sharma, now with sticky notes & sass.
#AIinEd
#EduTwitter
#InquiryBasedLearning
10 months ago
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Analyzing media in class isn’t about passively watching—it’s about engaging critically! 📚 This student is actively filling in an organizer during the movie to make sure she’s ready for the task ahead. Active viewing=deeper learning! 🎥
#ActiveLearning
#MediaAnalysis
#EdTech
10 months ago
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Glasses, laptop, book and highlighter. Writing from the couch today on a piece I was personally invited to contribute. Stay tuned… ✍🏽📖💻🛋️
#WritingInProgress
10 months ago
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📚 Embracing active reading transforms classrooms! Prioritizing engagement and inclusivity fosters critical thinking and empowerment. Learn how these practices can reshape teaching for inclusive learning environments.
#InclusiveLearning
#Reading
www.edcan.ca/articles/rec...
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Reconceptualizing Reading for Equity and Inclusion | EdCan Network
Reading is often misconceived as a passive endeavor, yet it is an inherently active process that requires critical engagement, interpretation, and synthesis. In today’s diverse and evolving classrooms...
https://www.edcan.ca/articles/reconceptualizing-reading-for-equity-and-inclusion/
10 months ago
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So much learning happening on Friday afternoon. What indicators of student engagement do you see?
10 months ago
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🚨 Calling all Ontario secondary educators! 🚨 We're curating lesson plans for an open access publication & want YOUR expertise! 📌 Share a lesson plan on ethical AI use 📌 Submit by April 31, 2025 Inspire educators with AI-powered learning!
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
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Invitation to contribute.docx
February 5, 2025 To Current Ontario Secondary School Teachers, As editors of an upcoming open resource book tentatively titled AI-Powered Learning: Integrative Lesson Plans for Ontario High Schools,...
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uUO6oe8VS5pVKa1k9YINVGMtATFzcXsh/mobilebasic
10 months ago
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📚 Exciting news! Dr. Rahul Kumar and I have received an OSSTF/FEESO Research Grant to study teachers' perspectives of AI in Ontario high schools. 🤖🏫 Read more here:
osstfupdate.ca/2025/03/10/b...
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Brock University Study: Teachers’ Use of Generative AI in Ontario High Schools
OSSTF/FEESO is pleased to endorse an exciting and timely study conducted by Dr. Sunaina Sharma and Dr. Rahul Kumar with the Brock University Faculty of Education. For their work on artificial intel…
https://osstfupdate.ca/2025/03/10/brock-university-study-teachers-use-of-generative-ai-in-ontario-high-schools/
10 months ago
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If you're on Ontario secondary school teacher, please take 10 minutes to complete this survey.
brock.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
11 months ago
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Feeling like a total slayer today! ⚔️ Just got the best feedback from a @brockueducation teacher candidate. Thank you for recognizing my hard work and dedication! It's been an amazing year with you all! 💫
#FeelingProud
#SlayingIt
#BestStudentsEver
11 months ago
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A student today: ‘This is the hardest class I've ever had, but it's the most fun.' 🎉 Me: 'Hard-impossible or hard-challenging?' 🤔 Student: 'Challenging.' Me: 'Thanks! My goal is engaging, challenging, and doable.' Student: 'That's exactly what it is.' ✅
#TeacherWin
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11 months ago
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I had a breakthrough with a grade 10 student struggling with phone use in class. Instead of punishment, we talked. He shared needing to keep his hands busy, so I offered a tub of playdoh. Now, he's engaged without phone distractions! 📱➡️🚫
#StudentEngagement
#InnovativeTeaching
11 months ago
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Exploring the ethics of AI in education: Teacher candidates tested GenAI to craft peer report card comments. Ensuring student confidentiality and maintaining educator voice are paramount to maintaining professional standards! 🎓🤖
#EdTechEthics
#AIinEducation
#TeacherTraining
11 months ago
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reposted by
Dr Sunaina Sharma
11 months ago
Pleased to share "Secondary school teachers’ perspectives on GenAI proliferation: Generating advanced insights", available Open Access at
doi.org/10.1007/s409...
By
@rkumar2008.bsky.social
and
@drsunainasharma.bsky.social
#AIinEducation
#EdResearch
#GenerativeAI
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Secondary school teachers’ perspectives on GenAI proliferation: generating advanced insights - International Journal for Educational Integrity
The proliferation of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technologies has significantly impacted the educational sector, prompting a re-evaluation of teaching, learning, and assessment practice...
https://doi.org/10.1007/s40979-025-00180-z
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Thrilled to share our latest research 📚 We delve into Ontario teachers' perspectives, highlighting key integration pillars: professional development, transparent initiatives, and robust policies.
doi.org/10.1007/s409...
#ArtificialIntelligence
#onted
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11 months ago
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In just two weeks of knowing this student, she made me a Valentine’s Day card and said, “I wanted to give the people I care about something for Valentine’s Day.” It’s amazing how quickly we can make an impact.
#Teaching
#ValentinesDay
#StudentConnections
12 months ago
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Using tech for 'assessment as learning'! 🎯 Had my Grade 10 students complete a Quizizz diagnostic test at the start of the unit. We'll retake it at the end to track growth. Powerful way to leverage technology in the classroom!
#EdTech
#AssessmentAsLearning
#GrowthMindset
12 months ago
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Exciting reflections from my teacher candidates on our book! They've realized the importance of diverse data for triangulation and how inquiry strengthens teaching practice. 📚🔍
#TeacherReflections
#InquiryInPractice
12 months ago
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Stepping away from the classroom for focused reflection and learning leads to incredible growth. In 27 months, I’ve published 21 pieces 📚have 3 in queue, presented at 4 conferences 🎤 & have 3 manuscripts in review 🔄 I’ve returned to the HS classroom eager to keep growing 🌱
12 months ago
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🌟 Building more than towers with marshmallows & spaghetti! 🌟 Grade 10s showcased teamwork, communication, initiative, self-regulation and problem-solving skills in our tallest structure challenge. 💡🏗️
#STEMEducation
#CriticalThinking
12 months ago
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Feeling a mix of nerves and excitement as I get ready to kick off this amazing conference with my keynote! Ready to share, learn, and connect with all of you. Let's do this!
#STF2025
#conferencevibes
12 months ago
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Today we played with a purpose: exploring the power of assessment feedback. Teacher candidates saw the data—the proof that feedback drives achievement. Learning becomes visible when growth is the goal! 🌟
#FeedbackMatters
#TeacherEd
#PurposefulPlay
about 1 year ago
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📚 Y2 teacher candidates identified challenges faced in Block 1, read "The It Factor," & chose a strategy for Block 2. Now, they're engaged in professional inquiry, assessing the intervention's impact on student achievement & engagement. 🌟
#TeacherEducation
#ProfessionalInquiry
about 1 year ago
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Thrilled to see my teacher candidates dive into The It Factor 📖! They read, collaborated, and crafted powerful questions to spark critical thinking. 🌟 Their engagement in a thinking classroom task was inspiring!
#TeacherEducation
#CriticalThinking
about 1 year ago
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🎉 Thrilled to see The It Factor: What Impact Does 'It' Have? still ranking strong 6 months after publication! 📚 #209 in Computers & Technology #213 in Professional Development Thank you for your support! Have you explored its insights yet? 🧐
#EdTech
#TeacherPD
#InquiryLearning
about 1 year ago
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Thrilled to be the keynote at
#ShapingTheFuture2025
hosted by Ever Active Schools. Join me Jan 30-Feb 1, 2025, at the Fairmont Lake Louise as we explore inclusive, tech-savvy, and student-focused strategies to shape thriving school communiites
#EdChat
everactive.org/events/stf/
about 1 year ago
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🎓 "When we ask, we must listen—and when we listen, we must act." In my new article I share how centering student voices reshaped our teacher inquiry class. ✨ Check it out:
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about 1 year ago
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How can tech enhance student engagement & well-being? 🧠 Listen in as I discuss co-creating norms with students, moving beyond bans, and using tech to foster critical thinking & collaboration. 🎧 Let’s rethink tech in the classroom!
#EdTech
#StudentVoice
player.captivate.fm/episode/96e0...
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Student Engagement and Digital Technology with Dr. Sunaina Sharma
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https://player.captivate.fm/episode/96e0f749-7ab0-4b63-b20b-b81b38e8f152/?source=twitter/
about 1 year ago
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