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ATA Membership and Services

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2019 Hotel Rates for Members of the ATA 
The Association has stopped publishing hotel rates for members as competitive rates can now be found easily using online search tools. We are sorry for any inconvenience this has caused.
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Members’ Handbook 
Revised and updated annually, this online handbook contains important information about the ATA including an explanation of its structure and services for members, local association organization and links to the Association bylaws and educational policy.
(TES-MS-11)
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ATA Directory and Information Guide
Lists the major services and programs offered by the ATA and the staff member associated with each. (COMM-35)
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ATA Library Brochure
A description of the ATA library services available to ATA members. Includes hours of operation and contact information. (LIB-10, 2022 06, brochure)
Brochure Bibliothèque de l’ATA
Description des services bibliothécaires offerts aux membres de l’ATA qui enseignent en français. Comprend heures d’ouverture et autres coordonnées. (LIB-10F, 2022 06, brochure)
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ATA Library Brochure for Education Students
A description of the ATA library services available to education students. Includes hours of operation and contact information. (LIB-10a, 2022 06, brochure)
Brochure de la bibliothèque de l’ATA destinée aux étudiants en éducation
Description des services de la bibliothèque offerts aux étudiants en éducation. Comprend heures d’ouverture et autres coordonnées. (LIB-10aF, 2022 06, brochure)
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Healthy Interactions
Healthy Interactions is a communication and conflict resolution program. Participants finish the program with increased confidence in dealing with conflict.
(TES-MS-HI-1b)
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The advantages of having the Alberta Teachers’ Association as your bargaining agent 
This flyer outlines the benefits of associate membership to teachers at charter and private schools. (TW-114, 2020 06)                      
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Canadian Teachers’ Federation: Benefits and Services to Alberta Teachers 
The Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) is a national federation of teacher organizations in Canada. This brochure describes the work of CTF and the many benefits to the ATA of membership in CTF. (COMM-162-1, 2017)

Membres de l’Alberta Teachers’ Association! Découvrez les avantages de votre adhésion à la Fédération canadienne des enseignantes et des enseignants 
La Fédération canadienne des enseignantes et des enseignants (FCE) est une fédération nationale d’organisations qui représentent des enseignantes et enseignants au Canada. Cette brochure décrit les domaines d’intervention de la FCE et les nombreux avantages pour l’ATA de son appartenance à la FCE. (COMM-162-1F, 2017)
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Membership Matters
Describes the benefits of Association membership and outlines the services available for each category of membership. (TES-MS-60, 2021 brochure)
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Welcome to the Profession 
Provides an overview of ATA programs and services (including specialist councils), contains the principles used by the Teacher Salary Qualifications Board, and explains the collective bargaining process (MS-3-1).
NB: This document is only available to ATA members who are logged into the website.
Bienvenue dans la profession 
Offre un aperçu des programmes et services de l’ATA (y compris les conseils de spécialistes), comprend les principes du Teacher Salary Qualifications Board, et explique le processus de négociation collective. (MS-3-1F)
NB: Ce document n’est accessible qu’aux membres de l’ATA connectés au site.
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Principles for the Evaluation of Years of Teacher Education for Salary Purposes
Describes how the Teacher Qualifications Service operates and contains the principles it uses to assess teacher qualifications for salary purposes.
(PD-TQS-1, 2019 07, 14 pp)
Principes pour le calcul à fin salariale des années d’études menant à l’enseignement 
Ce livret donne un aperçu du fonctionnement du Teacher Qualifications Service et propose une traduction du texte des “principes” (TSQB Principles) actuellement en vigueur pour le calcul à fin salariale des années d’études menant à l’enseignement de chaque enseignant albertain.
(PD-TQS-1, 2019 07, 14 pp)
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School Representative Toolkit
The School Representative Toolkit serves as an important resource to school representatives in familiarizing them with, and maximizing their effectiveness in the vital role that they play in their locals. The English, French and online versions of this toolkit are located on this web page. 
Trousse des représentants d'école
La trousse des représentants d'école est une ressource importante pour les représentants d'école. Elle leur permet de se familiariser avec le rôle vital qu'ils jouent dans leur section locale et de maximiser leur efficacité. Les versions française, anglaise et en ligne de cette trousse se trouvent sur cette page Web.
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Services en français de l’ATA
Ce livret décrit les services et les publications disponibles en français et contient le nom des membres du personnel de l’ATA à qui l’on peut s’adresser pour obtenir des services en français. (COMM-169F, 2021 10)
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Strategic Framework 
Designed to guide the Association’s strategic actions over the long term.
Cadre stratégique 
Conçu dans l'objectif d'orienter les actions stratégiques à long terme de l'ATA.
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Student Locals
Describes the benefits to education students of joining the ATA as a student member and explains how to do so. (TES-MS-1, 2022 02, brochure)
Sections locales d’étudiants
Cette brochure explique aux étudiants en éducation les avantages d’adhérer à l’ATA en tant que membre étudiant et la procédure à suivre pour cela. (TES-MS-1F, 2022 02, brochure)
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Teachers on the March 
This monograph chronicles the largest teachers’ strike in Alberta’s history, including the events leading up to the 2002 strike and its aftermath.
(COOR-95, 2014 08, 101 pp)
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We Are Teachers. Teaching is Our Profession.
Designed to inform, educate and engage members, this brochure reinforces the value and importance of the core work of the Association. It highlights a number of the Association’s principal programs and services. (COMM-171-EXT, 2010, brochure)
La profession enseignante, c’est nous!
Cette brochure qui réaffirme la valeur et l’importance du travail fondamental de l’Association a été créée avant tout pour informer, éduquer et encourager les membres à s’impliquer. Elle souligne les programmes et services majeurs de l’Association.
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Alberta’s Education System

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A Brief History of Public Education in Alberta
Provides an overview of the major developments in public education in Alberta from 1905 to 2000. (COOR-54, 2002, 98 pp)
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Changing Landscapes Alberta 2020-2040
This publication is part of a strategic effort to engage Albertans in a conversation about the trends that will impact the future of public education. This document represents the teaching profession’s views with respect to some of the key opportunities and challenges ahead for Alberta schools. 
(COMM-242-EXT, 2019)
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Crowded and Complex Classrooms
A look at the state of class size, composition and supports for inclusion in Alberta’s public education system.
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Going to School in Alberta 
Outlines the ATA’s position on alternative programs, private schools, charter schools and home schooling. (PE-46-76 brochure, 2008)
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Learning Together-Public Education in Alberta
Provides information on Alberta’s public education system to newcomers to the province. Available in 14 languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Hindi, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, Ukrainian, Urdu, Vietnamese. (PE-48, 2009 pamphlet, 7 pp) Order Form
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New MLA Guide to the ATA 
(COOR-248, 2019, 8pp)
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New Trustees Brochure 
(COOR-133, 8pp)
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Proceedings of the "Being Alberta in 2025" Symposium
Contains the proceedings of a symposium that the ATA co-hosted with the Creating Tomorrow Foundation in Calgary in September 2004. (COOR-62, 2005, 22 pp)
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Provincial Achievement Tests: The Teaching Profession's View 
This brochure presents the Association’s views on Provincial Achievement Tests and advocates for their discontinuation at the Grade 3 and 6 levels.(PE-50-EXT, 2012 02 brochure)
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A Vision and Mission for Public Education
Une Vision pour l’éducation Publique/la Mission de l’éducation publique 
Articulates the ATA’s vision for, and beliefs about the mission of, public education in Alberta. (PE-6, 2006, 2 pp)
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Benefits and Working Conditions

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At Our Best for Students
This brochure highlights the conditions of professional practice required by teachers in order to maximize their effectiveness in the classroom.
(COMM-193-EXT, 2012 08, 6 pp)
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Everything You Need to Know About Maternity Leave
Outlines the steps that a woman should take to ensure that she receives the full benefits to which she is entitled during a maternity leave.
(TES-TW-8, 2021 brochure)

Tout ce que vous devez savoir sur le congé de maternité 
Décrit les étapes à suivre afin d’obtenirce à quoivous avez droit lors d’un congé de maternité.
(TES-TW-8F, 2021 brochure)
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Trying to Teach
Documents the experience of teachers in coping with educational innovations imposed by external authorities. (PD-14, 1993, 27 pp)
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Trying to Teach: Necessary Conditions
Presents the teaching profession’s view of classroom conditions that must be in place for schools to effectively meet the learning needs of children. (PD-21, 1994, 35 pp)
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Trying to Teach, Trying to Learn: Listening to Students
Reports a study, undertaken by Hans Smits from the University of Calgary, into the factors that students believe hinder and facilitate learning. (PD-14A, 2003, 50 pp)
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Grants and Awards

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Grants, Awards and Scholarships 2020/21 
Revised annually, this publication provides details about grants, awards and scholarships available to subgroups and others. (COMM-201, 20 pp).
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Grants Supporting Diversity, Equity and Human Rights
Outlines the criteria for applying for the grant that the ATA offers to members who undertake projects designed to create inclusive learning communities.
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ATA Educational Research Award, The
Explains the purpose of the award and presents the eligibility criteria for applying. (PD-50 brochure)
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ATA Educational Trust, The
Describes the bursaries and grants available from the Trust and explains how to apply. (AR-ETF-2 brochure)
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Local Political Engagement Award
Outlines the purpose of the award and presents the eligibility criteria for applying. (COOR-66-1b brochure)
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Political Engagement Grant
Outlines the criteria for applying for the grant that the ATA offers to support the development of meaningful relationships between locals and elected officials. (COOR-66-2b brochure)
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Human Rights Issues

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Breaking the Silence 
The Alberta Teacher’s Association is committed to fostering understanding and acceptance of sexual and gender minority (SGM) teachers and works to protect the conditions of professional practice for all members. This guide was written to help break the silence that still surrounds the experiences of SGM teachers in schools. It is a source of information and support for SGM teachers who have questions or concerns about matters related to their employment. (PD-80-40, 2018 08, 24 pp)
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Diversity, Equity and Human Rights 
The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) believes that every child has the right to be taught in an inclusive environment that is safe and caring, respects diversity and the rights of all persons, and provides equitable opportunities for success.
(PD-80-2, 2022 09 brochure)
Comité Diversity, Equity and Human Rights (DEHR) 
(PD-80-2F, 2022 09 brochure)
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Forming a Teacher GSA/QSA in Alberta
Teachers and other school personnel recognize the benefit of gay–straight alliances (GSAs) and queer–straight alliances (QSAs) for their school communities and are beginning to seek those same benefits for themselves, both personally and professionally. (PD-284, 2019 04, 16 pp) 
   
GSAs and QSAs in Alberta Schools: A Guide for Teachers 
Drawing upon current legislation, law, educational policy and research, this guide describes how best to create and sustain gay–straight alliances (GSAs) or queer–straight alliances (QSAs) in Alberta schools. (PD-80-6 2018 08, 60 pp)
Alliance gais-hétéros et allosexuels-hétéros: Guide de l’enseignant
Édition condensée d’un guide décrivant la meilleure façon de créer et de maintenir des alliances gais-hétéros (AGH) et des alliances allosexuels-hétéros (AAH) dans les écoles de l’Alberta.(PD-80-6aF 2020 01, 15 pp)
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Here Comes Everyone
This monograph is designed to help school staff establish educational practices that honour and reflect intercultural perspectives. It provides practical advice for teachers, tips for administrators and a list of community resources. (MON-3, 2011 09, 44 pp)
Ici, tout le monde est le bienvenu 
Ce guide a pour but d’aider le personnel scolaire à créer et à maintenir des pratiques qui valorisent et reflètent les perspectives interculturelles. Il fournit des conseils pratiques aux enseignants et aux cadres scolaires et une liste de ressources communautaires. (MON-3, 2012 02, 44 pp)
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Just In Time
Published twice a year, this electronic newsletter covers issues related to diversity, equity and human rights. Available free by subscription. (PD-81q)
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Opening Doors in Public Education: A Forum on Diversity, Equity and Human Rights
Contains the proceedings of an invitational symposium on diversity issues that the ATA hosted in 2001. (PD-80)
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PRISM Secondary Edition: Toolkit for Safe and Caring Discussions About Sexual and Gender Minorities
PRISM is an acronym for Professionals Respecting and supporting Individual Sexual Minorities. The PRISM Secondary Edition toolkit was created by practicing Alberta teachers to help secondary schools promote safe and supportive spaces for sexual and gender minorities. This teacher resource has been developed in collaboration with Alberta Education as a result of the popularity of the PRISM Elementary Edition for elementary students, originally published in 2014. The PRISM Secondary toolkit includes lesson plans for teachers of all core subjects and many options that tie directly to curricular outcomes in the Alberta program of studies for Grades 7–12. (PD-80-15e, 2016 10, 152 pp)
PRISME (école secondaire) Trousse d’outils pour créer un espace protégé propice aux discussions sur les minorités sexuelles et la variance de genre
L’acronyme PRISME vient de « professionnels respectueux et intéressés qui veulent soutenir les minorités sexuelles existantes ». Cette trousse a été créée par des enseignants en exercice de l’Alberta pour aider les écoles secondaires à créer un espace protégé propice aux discussions sur les thèmes des minorités sexuelles et de la variance de genre. Cette ressource destinée aux enseignants a été préparée en collaboration avec le ministère de l’Éducation en raison de la grande popularité de la première trousse, destinée aux enseignants du primaire, publiée pour la première fois en 2014. Elle comprend des plans de cours pour toutes les matières de base et pour certains cours facultatifs directement liés aux programmes d’études de l’Alberta de la 7e à la 12e année. (PD-80-15eF, 2019 01, 148pp)
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PRISM Elementary Edition: Toolkit for Safe and Caring Discussions About Sexual and Gender Minorities
The PRISM toolkit was created to help teachers promote safe and supportive classroom discussions about sexual minorities and gender variance. PRISM is an acronym for “Professionals Respecting and supporting Individual Sexual Minorities.” The kit is available as an online resource only. (PD-80-15c, 2016 04)
PRISME Trousse d’outils pour créer un espace protégé propice aux discussions sur les minorités sexuelles
La trousse d’outils PRISME vise à aider les enseignants à créer un espace protégé propice aux discussions sur les thèmes des minorités sexuelles et de la variance de genre. L’acronyme PRISME vient de «professionnels respectueux et intéressés qui veulent soutenir les minorités sexuelles existantes». La trousse n’est disponible qu’en ligne. (PD-80-15cF, 2016 03)
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The Impact of Becoming a UNESCO ASPnet School in Alberta and Manitoba   (MON-1 2009, 28 pp) Free $4 

 


Politics and Education

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A Guide to Alberta's 28th Legislature
The most comprehensive publication available on the operation of Alberta’s legislature and government. Three-ring binder format to allow for updates. (COMM-25 2013 01; updated 2013 09, 115 pp)

*Includes GST and shipping and handling.
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Advocacy-A Practical Guide 
Designed to help teachers and parents communicate their message effectively to government representatives.
(COMM-101, 2013 07, 36 pp)
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Election Action 2013: A School Board Election Handbook 
This publication has been prepared to assist teachers and other engaged citizens in organizing nonpartisan activities in support of the October 21, 2013 school board elections.
(COMM-59-5, 2013 06, 123 pp)
NB: This document is only available to ATA members who are logged into the website.
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8 ways to stay informed about bargaining 
Postcard outlining ways that teachers can obtain information about bargaining. (COMM-219, 2016 02)
8 façons de rester au fait des négociations 
Affiche énumérant les moyens par lesquels les enseignants peuvent obtenir de l’information au sujet des négociations. (COMM-219aF, 2016 12)
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Political Engagement: Take the Initiative—Individually and Collectively.  Whether individually or collectively, teachers can make a difference in Alberta’s political scene. Learn about some basic strategies for political engagement and political action that can have an impact on public education and the professional lives of teachers.
(COMM-98 2014 10, 4pp)
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Making a Political Contribution  (COOR-60)  Free   
Joining a Political Party Postcard (COOR-60-1) Free   
Volunteering at Election Time Postcard  (COOR-60-2)  Free   
Participating in a Constituency Association (COOR-60-3) Free   
Participating through the Community (COOR-60-5)  Free   

 

Professional Development

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Action Research Guide for Alberta Teachers
Explains how to undertake action research, a strategy that educators use to study educational issues, implement change and document professional growth.
(PD-72 2000, 40 pp)
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Action Research: Facilitation and Implementation 
Provides background information and support to educational leaders who engage in the process of facilitating action research projects. (PD-77, 2001, 56 pp)
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Coaching to Support Inclusion: A Principal's Guide 
This resource guide is designed for school principals as a self-paced program to explore the use of coaching to support the development of inclusive practices. The information and workshop outlines included in this resource support dialogue and collaboration at the school level by providing a multitude of meaningful and engaging activities for school staffs. (COMM-196, 2016 01, 144 pp)
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Collaborative Action Research: Experience and Reflections 
A collection of papers written by teachers and university personnel who participated in a graduate course that challenged them to analyze their teaching practice with a view to improving it. No 18 in the “Improvement of Instruction” series. (IOIS-18 1988, 54 pp).
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Discussion Paper on Learning Coaches: Support for the Inclusive Classroom 
This discussion paper documents the results of the literature review and discussions about learning coaches. The paper also includes the personal perspectives on learning coaches from experienced teachers working in special education. (PD-142, 2011 03, 20 pp)
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Exploring the Development of Teacher Efficacy Through Professional Learning Experiences 
Teacher efficacy is the confidence teachers have about their ability to influence how well their students learn. This report examines the relationship between the various kinds of professional development teachers engage in and the resulting effectiveness of their teaching practice. Using focus groups, questionnaires and current research on the subject, the authors provide insight into how teachers’ individual and collective learning can improve student learning. (PD-86-29, 2014 10, 74 pp)
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Inclusive Education in Alberta Schools: Getting it Right
This companion document contains excerpts from the Report of the Blue Ribbon Report on Inclusive Education in Alberta Schools.
(PD-170-1a 2015 05, 29 pp)
Copies of this document are available by e-mailing pd@ata.ab.ca
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PD Survey 2014: A retrospective in brief 
This publication presents the results of a survey that the Association conducted in 2014 on effective professional development available to teachers in Alberta.
(PD-183 2015 07, 33 pp)
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Professional Development Program and Services Guide 
Revised yearly, this publication describes the major programs and services offered by the Professional Development Program Area. (PD-78, 2020 08)
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Report of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Inclusive Education in Alberta Schools 
This report presents the key findings and recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Inclusive Education in Alberta Schools, established by the Association to provide an arm’s-length investigation into this topic of critical importance. Directed to Alberta’s education stakeholders, the 38 recommendations are intended to ensure that ensure that teachers have the supports they need to create effective learning environments and that students are successful in an inclusive system.
(PD-170-1, 2014 08, 120 pp)
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Special Edition
Published twice a year, this electronic newsletter is for specialist council leaders to provide support related to professional development and the work of ATA specialist councils. (PD-SC-27)
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Research

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Twin Peaks—Exploring the Boundaries of Public Education 
This report captures the proceedings of the 2018 Twin Peaks Research Summit, a gathering that aims to push thinking and explore the “edges” of current issues in public education. Included in the report are short summaries of the 2018 Twin Peaks presentations, written by the presenters themselves, reflecting their own voices and experience. (COOR-116-2, 2018 06, 60 pp)
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Control, Regulation and Scope of Practice in the Teaching Profession—Environmental Scan 
To better understand the nature, status and control of the teaching profession in Canadian provinces, and how each may be changing, this report focuses on conceptual thinking, contextual settings and evolutionary trends in education. (COOR-101-18, 2018 06, 96 pp)
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“Who Will Help Me to Do Well?” How to Best Support the Professional Growth of Alberta's Newest Teachers 
The ATA has committed to supporting its newest members through professional development initiatives and continued research. This publication reports the results of the latest research effort on teachers in the early years of practice. (COOR-101-17, 2018 06, 66 pp)
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Research into Policy and Practice Highlights 2017
One of the Association’s overarching goals is to identify strategic research priorities thatwill build its capacity as a forward-thinking teacher organization in order to advance positive educational change. Flowing from the Association’s Strategic Plan (Alberta Teachers’ Association 2013), the research activities outlined in this publication and the conversations they will hopefully engender will help teachers to engage their communities in understanding the forces shaping the precarious future of public education. (COOR-101-4, 2017 07, 28 pp)
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The Role of the Superintendent and the Teaching Profession 
This report examines the role of the superintendent, specifically as it relates to the teaching profession in Alberta. The report represents the culmination of two years of work and the contributions of the Committee on Superintendents in the Teaching Profession and an expert panel of provincial, national and international researchers. By investigating the role of the superintendent, stakeholders can work toward a better understanding of leadership in education to address present practice and future needs. (COOR-101-12, 2016 11, 68 pp)
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The Future of Social Studies—The Voices of Alberta Teachers 
Stemming from a research project initiated by the Association’s Social Studies Council, this report focuses on the current state of social studies in Alberta classrooms. Specifically, the report records and examines the results of a 2015 survey of nearly 500 Alberta social studies teachers. Overall, the study reveals the complexities that teachers face with respect to curriculum and instruction, assessment, program objectives, and teaching and learning conditions.
(COOR-101-11, 2016 06, 80 pp)
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Alberta Voices: Teachers’ Aspirations for the Future of Teaching 
In 2011 the Association participated in research jointly sponsored by the Canadian Teachers’ Federation and the Canadian Education Association that asked the questions: (1) what conditions help teachers teach in a way that resonates with their beliefs about teaching and learning (2) what professional conditions help teacher teach they way they aspire to and (3) how can we create those conditions? This report is an analysis of the answers to those questions from three focus groups of Alberta teachers. (PD-151 2012 11, 20 pp)
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A Week in the Life of Alberta School Leaders 
An ATA Research Update: July 2014
This time diary study reports on the workload of Alberta school leaders, documenting and analyzing the activities that administrators undertake in a typical day. (PD-86-28, 2014 07, 18 pp)
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The Courage to Choose: Emerging Trends and Strategic Possibilities for Informed Transformation in Alberta Schools: 2010-2011
An ATA Research Update: Fall 2010
Drawing on recent research by the Alberta Teachers’ Association, this publication attempts to answer the following question: “What kind of society do we want to create in Alberta and what kind of teaching and learning will get us there?” (PD-86-11c 2010, 56 pp)
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Creating Possibilities, Balancing Priorities—the 2012 Professional Development Survey 
An ATA Research Report: November 2012
This study reports the results of research the Association undertook during the 2011/12 school year on teachers’ perspectives of professional development activities and opportunities across the province. (PD-86-25 2012 11, 31 pp)
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Digital Reporting and Digital Assessment Tools: Evaluating their Value and their Impact 
This study examines how the use of digital reporting and assessment tools is affecting student learning, the workload of teachers and principals, and overall assessment practices. Technology comes with great potential. However, as this study reveals, the implementation of digital reporting and assessment tools must be navigated thoughtfully. (COOR-101-1 2014 12, 64 pp)
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The Early Years of Practice: Interim Report of a Five-Year Study of Beginning Teachers in Alberta
An ATA Research Update: February 2011
This publication summarizes the findings at the end of Year 3 of a five-year study that is tracking the experiences of a cohort of 135 Alberta teachers who began teaching in 2007. (PD-86-19 2011, 40 pp).
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Engaging in Action Research 
Action research is a method used by educators and schools to explore and understand the real world issues and questions arising from schools and school systems.  Action researchers seek to engage with studies that add practical insight and solutions to the field of educational studies. This practical and interaction resource has been designed to help classroom teachers and school leaders engage in the development, implementation, and publication of their action research projects.  (COOR-101-25 2019 12, 56 pp)
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Evaluating the School Principal: A Professional Model for Enhancing the Leadership Practices of Alberta’s School Administrators
An ATA Research Update: February 2010
This publication is the result of a two-year research project that field-tested the ATA’s model policy on the professional growth, supervision and evaluation of school administrators. It details the steps taken in the project and describes five general principles school boards should follow in implementing the Principal Quality Practice Guideline. (PD-86-16 2010, 23 pp)
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The Experience of Substitute Teaching in Alberta Schools
An ATA Research Update: February 2010
This document analyses the results of a 2008 online survey of teachers undertaken by the ATA with research assistance from the University of Alberta. The study identifies and discusses the challenges and rewards of substitute teaching, and seeks to instill a deeper appreciation in stakeholders of the vital role played by substitute teachers in Alberta’s educational system. (PD-86-15 2010, 24 pp)
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The Future is Growing Together: Building the professional capital of teachers in Rocky View Schools 
This publication reports on a study that Rocky View Local No 35, with the assistance of the provincial Association, undertook to identify and understand the root causes of the challenges facing teachers in Rocky View. (COOR-98 2014 03, 43 pp)
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The Future of Teaching in Alberta 
An ATA Research Update: March 2011
Based on focus groups discussions with teachers and a review of current trends in education, this publication examines the future of teaching in Alberta over the next 20 years in terms of what is possible, what is probable and what is preferred. (PD-86-20 2011, 42 pp)
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The Future of the Principalship in Canada 
This publication identifies and examines the trends that will shape the work of Canada’s school leaders. Five hundred principals from across Canada participated in this study, which was a joint undertaking of the Alberta Teachers’ Association and the Canadian Association of Principals.
(COOR-100ext, 2014 07, 147 pp)
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A Great School for All: Transforming Education in Alberta 
An ATA Research Update: August 2012
This document sets out the Association’s views on the kind of educational transformation that is needed to ensure that Alberta continues to have one of the best education systems in the world. (PD-86-26 2012 07, 38 pp)
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The Impact of Digital Technologies on Teachers Working in Flexible Learning Environments 
An ATA Research Update: May 2011
This study, the largest of its kind in Canada to date, explores the ways in which the flexible timing and pacing of instruction affects the conditions of professional practice of teachers. (PD-86-21 2011, 44 pp)
          
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Leadership for Learning: The Experience of Administrators in Alberta Schools
An ATA Research Update: June 2009 (PD-86-14 2009, 12 pp)
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Looking Forward: Emerging trends and strategic possibilities for enhancing teaching and learning in Alberta schools 2009-2012
An ATA Research Update: Fall 2009 (PD-86-11b 2009, 44 pp)
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The 2011/12 National Study on Balancing Work, Life and Caregiving in Canada: The Situation for Alberta Teachers 
In 2011/12, Linda Duxbury, a researcher at Carleton University, conducted a national study on work–life issues as they affect the various professions. This report, which the Association published, focuses on Duxbury’s findings with respect to teachers in Alberta. (COOR-94 2013 03, 86 pp)
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The New Work of Teaching: A Case Study of the Worklife of Calgary Public Teachers
An ATA Research Update: February 2012
In the spring of 2011, twenty Calgary Public teachers kept detailed diaries for a one-week period on how they spent their time. In addition to reporting on the results of that study, this document includes a review of recent literature on maintaining a work–life balance. (PD-86-23 2012, 24 pp)
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Professional Learning for Informed Transformation: The 2010 Professional Development Survey
An ATA Research Update: November 2010
This publication presents the results of a survey that the Association conducted in 2010 on the professional development opportunities available to teachers in Alberta. (PD-86-18 2010, 36 pp)
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Reflections on Teaching: Teacher Efficacy and the Professional Capital of Alberta Teachers 
An ATA Research Update: April 2014
This document contains the final report on a study that examined the factors that influence teachers' sense of professional efficacy and their personal well-being. (PD-86-27, 2014 04, 70 pp)
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Renewing Alberta's Promise: A Great School for All
This publication both stems from an international symposium on curriculum change, “‘Off the Charts’: International Dialogue on Redesigning Curriculum in Alberta,” and extends the work of A Great School for All—Transforming Education in Alberta, a blueprint document for sustaining innovation in Alberta’s K–12 sector. Foregrounding the core value of equity in public education, this research publication outlines opportunities for educational renewal and for co-creating a great school for all.
(COOR-101-3, 2015 08, 51 pp)
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The State of Inclusion in Alberta Schools 
This report outlines the research project undertaken by the Blue Ribbon Panel on Inclusive Education in Alberta Schools. Analysis of the data collected from surveys, focus groups and interviews feeds into the four key findings that the report highlights, and informs a productive overview of the panel’s recommendations for the successful implementation of inclusive education.
(COOR-101-5 2015 04, 44 pp)
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Substitute Teachers in Alberta: A Research Report
An ATA Research Update: October 2011
This document analyzes the results of a 2010 online survey of substitute teachers that the ATA undertook with research assistance from the University of Alberta. The study, a follow-up to one conducted in 2008, seeks to identify the unique challenges that substitute teachers encounter on a daily basis and to suggest potential solutions. (PD-86-22 2011, 35 pp)
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Success for All: The Teaching Professions Views on the Future of Special Education
An ATA Research Update: February 2009 (PD-86-13 2009, 44 pp).
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Teaching and Learning Conditions in Alberta: A Global Perspective 
This report offers an analysis of the results of the 2013 Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) in relation to six studies focused on Alberta teachers undertaken within the past three years. Examining and comparing the TALIS and Alberta studies, this report identifies key areas of concern and opportunity related to Alberta’s teaching and learning conditions.
(COOR-101-2, 2015 02, 32 pp)
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Teaching in the Early Years of Practice: A Five-Year Longitudinal Study 
An ATA Research Update: June 2013
This document contains the final report on a five-year study that the Association undertook on the experiences of a cohort of beginning teachers.
(PD-86-19b 2013, 66 pp)
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Teaching in the Early Years of Practice: Fourth-Year Report 
An ATA Research Update: May 2012
This report summarizes the year-four findings of a five-year study that the Association is conducting on the experiences of beginning teachers.
(PD-86-19a 2012, 48 pp)
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Transformation and Alberta’s Schools: A Time for Action 
In this brochure, the ATA presents, in summary form, its vision for how education needs to change to ensure that Alberta continues to have a world-class education system. For a detailed discussion of the vision, see the 2012 monograph A Great School for All—Transforming Education in Alberta.
(PD-86-26aExt 2013 01, 32 pp)
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Using Technology to Support Real Learning First in Alberta Schools
An ATA Research Update: May 2010
This monograph examines the ideologies behind the installation of digital technology in schools. It includes a look at the changes that have resulted from the Alberta government’s investment of $1.5 billion in technology over the last fifteen years and identifies seven ways the government could transform the education system to ensure that it meets the needs of 21st-century learners.
(PD-86-17 2010, 40 pp)
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School Leaders

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Alternatives to Suspension in Welcoming, Caring, Respectful and Safe Learning Environments Resource
(PD-233a, 2020 12, 104pp)
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A Principal's Guide to Teacher Induction 
This guide is designed to help principals develop a plan and a network of school-based supports for the successful induction of the beginning teacher. (PD-182, 2015 08, 76 pp)            
Insertion professionnelle des enseignants—Guide à l'intention des directeurs d'école 
Ce guide offre des informations utiles aux directeurs d’école qui souhaitent mettre en œuvre un programme d’insertion professionnelle des enseignants dans leur école.(PD-182F, 2017 08, 90pp)
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Handbook for Administrator Mentorship
Highlights resources that are designed to help school administrators in Alberta carry out their increasingly complex roles. (PD-99 2006, 54 pp).
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Information for Substitute Teachers in Your School
This folder was developed to assist administrators and teachers in preparing information for substitute teachers assigned to their schools. It provides an outline of the essential information substitute teachers require to successfully complete their assignments.
Renseignements à l'intention des enseignants suppléants de votre école
Ce document a été créé afin d'aider les administrateurs et les enseignants à s'assurer que les enseignants suppléants reçoivent tous les renseignements dont ils ont besoin pour accomplir au mieux leur travail.
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Leadership Services for School Leaders
This document provides a comprehensive list of the programs, services, and documents available to ATA members who are school leaders or aspiring school leaders. To facilitate acquiring the resources, the document includes links to each resource.
(TES-2 2020 11, 24 pp) 
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Leadership Update
Published about six times a year, this newsletter discusses current issues of interest to school administrators. Availble free by subscription. (COMM-118).
Free by subscription Free by subscription
Principal Professional Growth for Continuous Improvement: A Collaborative Model Project 
In the fall of 2009, the Black Gold Regional Division No 18 and the Alberta Teachers’ Association collaborated on a project focusing on the implementation of the Principal Quality Practice Guideline. This project had four goals: (1) encourage a leadership culture (2) develop policy for principal professional growth (3) pilot the framework for professional growth and (4) publish a final project report. This document is that final report. (PD-162 2013 03, 59 pp)
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Reflecting on Leadership for Learning: Case Studies of Five Alberta Elementary School Principals
This book reports the findings of University of Alberta researchers Jim Parsons and Larry Beauchamp who interviewed teachers in five highly successful elementary schools in Alberta to determine what kind of leadership supports effective teaching and learning.
(COOR-86 2011, 192 pp).
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Reflections on Leadership Practice: Projects Reports 2010
This report is a compilation of five action-research project reports from the 2010 cohort of ten school principals from Edmonton Public Schools, who took part in Reflections on Practice, a two-year professional development program for school administrators offered by the Alberta Teachers’ Association.
(PD-138 2010, 56 pp)
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Specialist Councils

The publications listed here are special projects that the Association’s specialist councils publish from time to time in addition to their regular journals and newsletters.
 
Regular journals and newsletters are available by subscription only. For more detailed information about specialist council publications, consult the Council Directory.

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English as a Second Language Council

Understanding ESL Learners: Distinguishing Between Basic Interpersonal Communicative Skills (BICS) and Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency 
(ESL-3-1 2010 09, pamphlet)
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Understanding ESL Learners: Meeting Needs in the Classroom 
Designed to help classroom teachers address the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. (ESL-3-2 2010 09, pamphlet).
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Understanding ESL Learners: Teaching in the Content Areas 
Suggests strategies for helping students to acquire English as a second language at the same time that they are learning the content of the curriculum. (ESL-3-3 2010 09, pamphlet).
Free
Understanding ESL Learners: Assessment 
Outlines five reasons for assessing ESL learners. (ESL-3-4 2010 09, pamphlet)
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Understanding ESL Learners: Differentiating Instruction 
Describes three aspects of differentiated instruction: direct language instruction, culturally inclusive environment, and differentiation and modification. (ESL-3-5 2010 09, pamphlet).
Free
Understanding ESL Learners: Moving Toward Cultural Responsiveness 
(ESL-3-6 2010 09, pamphlet)
Free

Global Environmental and Outdoor Education Council

Five Minute Field Trips: Teaching About Nature in Your Schoolyard
Describes activities that teachers can undertake to help students become more aware of, better understand, and participate more responsibly in the natural world. (GEOEC-4 2000, 48 pp).
$10

Second Languages and Intercultural Council

Literature Review on the Impact of Second-Language Learning 
The purpose of the current literature review is to investigate whether and how learning a second language affects language learners. It focuses on research in the following areas: cognition, academics, personal life, society at large, economics and intercultural understanding. (SLIC-21 2018 05 84pp)
Revue de la littérature sur l’impact de l’apprentissage de langues seconds  
L’objectif de la présente revue de la littérature est de déterminer si et en quoi l’apprentissage d’une langue seconde a une incidence sur les apprenants en langues. Elle porte sur les résultats de recherche dans les champs suivants : la cognition, le rendement scolaire, la vie personnelle, la société en général, la dimension économique et la compréhension interculturelle. (SLIC-21f 2018 05 88pp)             
 $5
 Executive Summary-Literature Review on the Impact of Second-Language Learning 
(SLIC-21a 2017 02 4pp)
Executive Summary-Revue de la littérature sur l’impact de l’apprentissage de langues seconds  (SLIC-21aF 2017 03 4pp)
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Student Assessment

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Time for change. Time for action - Teachers and Educational Accountability
(PD-113EXT 2007, brochure)
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Real Learning First: The Teaching Profession’s View of Student Assessment, Evaluation and Accountability for the 21st Century
Outlines the wide range of policies and principles that Alberta’s teaching profession has developed to ensure that Alberta students are well-served by the public education system. (PD-75-5 Revised 2009 07, 34 pp)
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Teacher Leadership in Assessment
A joint project of the Alberta Teachers’ Association and the Alberta Assessment Consortium, this monograph is for all educators committed to improving student literacy. (COOR-75 2008, 87 pp).
Free $7.50

 

Teachers as Professionals

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Be the Difference: Teach
Explains the steps involved in becoming a professional teacher (EXT-1 2005, 8 pp).
Free Free
Declaration of Rights and Responsibilities for Teachers/Déclaration des droits et responsabilités des enseignants (2018)
8.5x11 version is printed in French on one side of the page and in English on the other; 11x17 version (available to Members only) is printed in blue ink and is suitable for framing. (IM-5E/IM-5F)
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E-Liability 
This brochure provides advice to teachers on using social media (such as Twitter and Facebook) in school and with parents. (TES-MS-88 2022 08, brochure)
Attention! Danger en ligne
Cette brochure décrit la façon d'utiliser les médias sociaux (comme Twitter et Facebook) par les enseignants à l'école et avec les parents. (TES-MS-88F 2022 08, brochure)
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Substitute Teachers: Professional Replacements
Explores such topics of interest to substitute teachers as their contractual and membership status, their legal liability and the ATA services available to them. No 17 in the “Improvement of Instruction” series. (MON-4 Revised 2021 08,48 pp).
Free $5
Teachers’ Rights, Responsibilities and Legal Liabilities
Addresses such topics as teacher contracts, teaching duties, teacher liability, assault, students with special needs, student evaluation, the role of the administrator and professional relations. No 7 in the “Problems in Education” series.(MON-2 Revised 2020, 64 pp)
Droits, responsabilités et obligations légales des enseignants
Aborde de nombreux sujets dont : contrats d’emploi, fonctions de l’enseignant, voies de fait, évaluation des élèves, rôle des directions d’école, relations professionnelles, ainsi que perfectionnement, supervision et évaluation des enseignants. Publié pour la première fois en français en janvier 2012, et révisé en août 2020.
(MON-2F, 76 pp)
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Teachers and Educational Assistants: Roles and Responsibilities––Subject to change on proclamation of the Education Act.
Defines the respective roles and responsibilities of teachers and teachers’ assistants and provides advice on how to make the relationship between them as effective as possible. (MON-5 2016, 32 pp)
Enseignants et assistants en éducation : rôles et responsabilités––Document sujet à modification suite à l'adoption du Education Act révisé.
Définit les responsabilités et rôles respectifs des enseignants et des assistants en éducation; offre des conseils afin de rendre la relation entre les enseignants et les assistants en éducation aussi efficace que possible.
(MON-5F 2017, 28 pp).
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Teachers—The Professional Face of Education 
Professionalism is defined as exhibiting quality of practice characterized by competence and conduct that meets high standards.
(COMM-156, 2022 04, 8 pp, brochure)
ENSEIGNANTS—Le visage professionnel de l’éducation 
Le professionnalisme, c’est démontrer des pratiques pédagogiques de qualité. C’est faire preuve de compétences et d’une conduite qui répond à des normes élevées.
(COMM-156F, 2022 04, 8 pp, brochure)
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Teacher Guides

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Available in French and English, these pamphlets contain basic information on a range of topics of interest to teachers.
Administration of Medication: Rights and Risks (TG28M) Free Free
Administration de médicaments/Soins médicaux : droits et risques (TGF28M) Gratuit Gratuit
Beyond the Norm: Dealing with Parental Harassment (TG28K) Free Free
Harcèlement parental (TGF28K) Gratuit Gratuit
Employee Assistance Programs (TG28B) Free Free
Programmes d'aide aux employés (TGF28B) Gratuit Gratuit
Leaves of Absence (TG28C) Free Free
Congés autorisés (TGF28C) Gratuit Gratuit
Part-Time Teaching: Frequently Asked Questions (TG28O) Free Free
Enseignement à temps partiel (TGF28O) Gratuit Gratuit
Sick Leave (TG28N) Free Free
Congé de maladie (TGF28N) Gratuit Gratuit
Substitute Teachers (TG28P) Free Free
Enseignants suppléants (TGF28P) Gratuit Gratuit
Teachers and Educational Assistants: Roles and Responsibilities (TG28Q) Free Free
Enseignants et assistants en éducation : Rôles et responsabilités (TGF28Q) Gratuit Gratuit
Teachers with Children in School (TG28L) Free Free
Enseignant et parent à la fois (TGF28L) Gratuit Gratuit
Teachers’ Conventions: Obligations (TG28F) Free Free
Devoir d’assister à son grand congrès d’enseignants (TGF28F) Gratuit Gratuit
Tenure, Termination and Transfer (TG28G) Free Free
Permanence, résiliation de contrat et mutation (TGF28G) Gratuit Gratuit
What To Do in a Crisis (TG28H) Free Free
Que faire en cas de crise (TGF28H) Gratuit Gratuit
Why Is There an ATA? (TG28I) Free Free
A quoi sert l’ATA?(TGF28I) Gratuit Gratuit

 

Teacher Resources

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Breaking the Silence—A Guide for Sexual and Gender Minority Teachers in Alberta
The Alberta Teacher’s Association is committed to fostering understanding and acceptance of sexual and gender minority (SGM) teachers and works to protect the conditions of professional practice for all members. This guide was written to help break the silence that still surrounds the experiences of SGM teachers in schools. It is a source of information and support for SGM teachers who have questions or concerns about matters related to their employment. (PD-80-40 2018 04)
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Creating a Compassionate Classroom
Produced by the ATA, the Canadian Mental Health Association and Global Television to help build awareness of the Healthy Minds. Bright Futures. program, this reference booklet provides teachers with information on common mental health issues, tools to help identify students in need and resources to help teachers make referrals to mental health professionals.
(COOR-79e 2015 12, 40 pp)
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Empathie et bienveillance à l’école
Produit par l’ATA en collaboration avec l’Association canadienne pour la santé mentale et Global Television dans le but de faire connaitre le programme Bonne santé mentale, Avenir brillant, cet ouvrage de référence fournit aux enseignants des renseignements relatifs aux problèmes de santé mentale les plus courants, des outils pour identifier les élèves ayant besoin de soutien, ainsi que des ressources qui les aideront à orienter ces élèves vers des professionnels de la santé mentale. (COOR-79eF 2017 02, 40 pp)        
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Information for Substitute Teachers in Your School
This folder was developed to assist administrators and teachers in preparing information for substitute teachers assigned to their schools. It provides an outline of the essential information substitute teachers require to successfully complete their assignments.
Renseignements à l'intention des enseignants suppléants de votre école
Ce document a été créé afin d'aider les administrateurs et les enseignants à s'assurer que les enseignants suppléants reçoivent tous les renseignements dont ils ont besoin pour accomplir au mieux leur travail.
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Internationally Educated Teachers—Welcome to Alberta
If you received your teaching credentials outside of Canada and you would like to teach in Alberta, this document is for you! Internationally educated teachers face numerous challenges on their journey to finding teaching positions in Alberta. The ATA is pleased to provide you with information, resources, supports and services that will help you learn how to acquire teacher certification and a teaching position in Alberta.
Enseignants formés à l’étranger——Bienvenue en Alberta
Ce document s’adresse à tous ceux qui sont désireux d’enseigner en Alberta et qui ont acquis leurs titres de compétence à l’extérieur du Canada. Lorsqu’ils recherchent des postes en Alberta, les enseignants formés à l’étranger rencontrent de nombreux défis. L’ATA est fière de leur offrir des renseignements, ressources et services afin de les appuyer dans leurs démarches pour obtenir leur brevet d’enseignement de l’Alberta et décrocher un emploi.
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