Canadian Geographic Education JUNE 2015 NEWSLETTER Hello Geographic issues are what we thrive on. So when we see an article that appears to be written from one perspective, it is in our nature to encourage our students to look beyond it. When students are reading an article , help them learn how to gather and organize data by asking questions such as:  What is the source of the data? What is the intent of the data or information? Can I rely on the data or information provided or do I need to look further? A journalist or writer can gather all kinds of data and information but the challenge to the reader or student comes in determining how personal values and beliefs may have influenced the analysis of the information. It is important therefore to encourage students to apply the concepts of geographic perspective when they analyze information and when they question the source and intent of an article. An issue of great topical importance is energy. Two resources that you may find helpful when students are learning about energy issues are CG Education’s Energy Production and Transmission giant floor map and the Energy IQ website. Kim Wallace Ontario Representative Phyllis Arnold Professional Development The Phyllis Arnold Professional Development Awards are an annual subsidy that will help Canadian teachers to participate in conferences or professional development courses in geography or social studies. Two $300 subsidies are available each year. To apply for a Phyllis Arnold Professional Development award please complete the form found here. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2015. Canadian Geographic in the Classroom With every issue of Canadian Geographic, CG Education is creating a resource for your classroom. Check out the newest addition here and integrate plate tectonics and earthquakes into your classroom.  Tiled Maps Have you downloaded a tiled map yet? There are now three free tiled maps and many more coming shortly! You can print them in colour or black and white and they are a great way to bring geography into your classroom. View them here. Giant Floor Maps Looking for a fun activity for the end of your school year? Why not book a giant floor map? If you don’t have space for a giant floor map be sure to check out the associated lessons and cards on the website. They can work on smaller version (like our tiled maps) as well! Contests Canadian Geographic Challenge On May 4, 2015, CG Education hosted a fantastic in-person National Final of the Canadian Geographic Challenge (challenge.canadiangeographic.ca). In the end, Anzo Nguyen from Calgary, Alta. took home the grand prize of $5,000, a Nikon camera and a gift package from contest sponsors. Close behind him were Aaron Abraham of Calgary and Malhaar Moharir from Toronto who came in second and third respectively. View a slideshow of the weekend here and videos are on the way. Registration for next year’s challenge will open in September. Classroom Energy Diet Challenge The Classroom Energy Diet Challenge wrapped up its fourth year this past April and thousands of dollars in prizes were awarded to deserving classrooms across the country in May. Learn more about the winners here and keep your eyes open for registration in early September. Canada’s Coolest School Trip The winning class from Hillsborough, N.B. is on Canada’s Coolest School Trip right now! Follow along with their adventure on Twitter. Please keep your CG Education membership information up to date!  Manage your membership / email preferences | Retrieve your account password | Unsubscribe from emails