Nathan Vaillancourt
@mrvmaths.bsky.social
He/Him
Classroom Teacher
Curriculum Chair of Mathematics
Huge nerd. Big fan of Marvel movies, Pokemon, musical theatre
Classroom Teacher
Curriculum Chair of Mathematics
Huge nerd. Big fan of Marvel movies, Pokemon, musical theatre
I prefer a projector. When it's not projecting, that space can be used for other things (like a whiteboard), but a TV is always just there. #BFC530
I am starting to see classrooms with large televisions replacing projectors. How do you feel about that?
Television or projector?
#bfc530
Television or projector?
#bfc530
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March 18, 2025 at 10:43 AM
I prefer a projector. When it's not projecting, that space can be used for other things (like a whiteboard), but a TV is always just there. #BFC530
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BREAKING: Ontario
February 28, 2025 at 2:34 AM
BREAKING: Ontario
One cup of coffee in the morning with breakfast. Rarely 2. Can't drink it during the day or I'd be in the washroom between every class and it's a long trek from my classroom. #BFC530
Good Morning and Happy Friday!
Let’s skip the academic conversation …
What is your go to beverage during the workday?
Do you have a NSFW work beverage that you partake in weekends/evenings?
Don’t forget to add the #bfc539 hashtag
Let’s skip the academic conversation …
What is your go to beverage during the workday?
Do you have a NSFW work beverage that you partake in weekends/evenings?
Don’t forget to add the #bfc539 hashtag
February 7, 2025 at 11:41 AM
One cup of coffee in the morning with breakfast. Rarely 2. Can't drink it during the day or I'd be in the washroom between every class and it's a long trek from my classroom. #BFC530
I'm a HS teacher in Ontario Canada. Teacher of math and curriculum chair of my school's math dept. I really just fell into it b/c I didn't know what else to do, but now I couldn't imagine doing anything else. I am in year 15, but the first 10 yrs was doing supply work. #BFC530
January 28, 2025 at 12:53 PM
I'm a HS teacher in Ontario Canada. Teacher of math and curriculum chair of my school's math dept. I really just fell into it b/c I didn't know what else to do, but now I couldn't imagine doing anything else. I am in year 15, but the first 10 yrs was doing supply work. #BFC530
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Time to drop our #Bfc530 prompt.
We have been doing this chat for over a month and we haven’t done introductions …
Who are you? What do you do in Education? Where are you from? Why did you get into Education? How long have you been in Education?
Be sure to use #Bfc530 in your response.
We have been doing this chat for over a month and we haven’t done introductions …
Who are you? What do you do in Education? Where are you from? Why did you get into Education? How long have you been in Education?
Be sure to use #Bfc530 in your response.
January 28, 2025 at 9:41 AM
If it works for you, great, but I think it reaches Ss that everything they do needs to be rewarded. Of course grades do the same thing so I think we have to get rid of those too. I think we'd be better off teaching them how to have internal motivation for learning. Easier said than done #BFC530
January 27, 2025 at 12:32 PM
If it works for you, great, but I think it reaches Ss that everything they do needs to be rewarded. Of course grades do the same thing so I think we have to get rid of those too. I think we'd be better off teaching them how to have internal motivation for learning. Easier said than done #BFC530
Congrats to all 3 of them, but how in the world was Ichiro not unanimous?
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First-timers Ichiro, CC and elite closer Wagner elected to Hall
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It’s no joke. The National Baseball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025 is complete after Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner...
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January 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Congrats to all 3 of them, but how in the world was Ichiro not unanimous?
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Penmanship runs the gamut. I have students at both ends of the spectrum.
I teach math, so not a lot of formal writing, but do notice that spelling is pretty bad. Many can't use context clues (eg. misspelling a word that's in the question). Even sending me messages online has many errors #BFC530
I teach math, so not a lot of formal writing, but do notice that spelling is pretty bad. Many can't use context clues (eg. misspelling a word that's in the question). Even sending me messages online has many errors #BFC530
January 21, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Penmanship runs the gamut. I have students at both ends of the spectrum.
I teach math, so not a lot of formal writing, but do notice that spelling is pretty bad. Many can't use context clues (eg. misspelling a word that's in the question). Even sending me messages online has many errors #BFC530
I teach math, so not a lot of formal writing, but do notice that spelling is pretty bad. Many can't use context clues (eg. misspelling a word that's in the question). Even sending me messages online has many errors #BFC530
Aw man. This stinks. Extraordinary was a great show! Even though it's been cancelled, you should still check it out if you haven't yet.
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Audiences also love the show, giving it 92%.
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January 18, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Aw man. This stinks. Extraordinary was a great show! Even though it's been cancelled, you should still check it out if you haven't yet.
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I loved math but didn't know what to do with that.
My mom was a teacher, so with no alternative I just sort of slipped into it.
Wouldn't trade it for anything now, though. #BFC530
My mom was a teacher, so with no alternative I just sort of slipped into it.
Wouldn't trade it for anything now, though. #BFC530
It is Friday!
We are going on a deep reflective dive today.
Why do you teach?
Why do you work in the education field?
Don’t forget to add the #bfc530 hashtag
We are going on a deep reflective dive today.
Why do you teach?
Why do you work in the education field?
Don’t forget to add the #bfc530 hashtag
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January 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM
I loved math but didn't know what to do with that.
My mom was a teacher, so with no alternative I just sort of slipped into it.
Wouldn't trade it for anything now, though. #BFC530
My mom was a teacher, so with no alternative I just sort of slipped into it.
Wouldn't trade it for anything now, though. #BFC530
Audiobook listeners: how often does the narrator make or break it for you, like independent of the prose itself?
Eg. I recently finished listening to Ready Player One and enjoyed it because I'm a fan of Wil Wheaton, but I tried another book that seemed interesting but the narration put me off
Eg. I recently finished listening to Ready Player One and enjoyed it because I'm a fan of Wil Wheaton, but I tried another book that seemed interesting but the narration put me off
January 6, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Audiobook listeners: how often does the narrator make or break it for you, like independent of the prose itself?
Eg. I recently finished listening to Ready Player One and enjoyed it because I'm a fan of Wil Wheaton, but I tried another book that seemed interesting but the narration put me off
Eg. I recently finished listening to Ready Player One and enjoyed it because I'm a fan of Wil Wheaton, but I tried another book that seemed interesting but the narration put me off
Watching the #NYE show from Nashville and a couple noticings:
With how many songs he's sung already, it's basically a Kane Brown concert
It's a party, people; sing something up-tempo!
As much as I like him, Keith Urban and his partner are not great hosts
With how many songs he's sung already, it's basically a Kane Brown concert
It's a party, people; sing something up-tempo!
As much as I like him, Keith Urban and his partner are not great hosts
January 1, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Watching the #NYE show from Nashville and a couple noticings:
With how many songs he's sung already, it's basically a Kane Brown concert
It's a party, people; sing something up-tempo!
As much as I like him, Keith Urban and his partner are not great hosts
With how many songs he's sung already, it's basically a Kane Brown concert
It's a party, people; sing something up-tempo!
As much as I like him, Keith Urban and his partner are not great hosts
I am sick this week for the second year in a row and the 4th time this school year. I think that about says it all 😂 #BFC530
It is #bfc530 time …
For many, we are in the last days before Winter/Christmas Break. Kids are hopped up on that “Christmas” cheer. Semester/Quarter is ending.
How are you doing? What are you doing to cope?
Join in and don’t forget to use the #bfc530 hashtag
For many, we are in the last days before Winter/Christmas Break. Kids are hopped up on that “Christmas” cheer. Semester/Quarter is ending.
How are you doing? What are you doing to cope?
Join in and don’t forget to use the #bfc530 hashtag
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December 17, 2024 at 12:22 PM
I am sick this week for the second year in a row and the 4th time this school year. I think that about says it all 😂 #BFC530
When I taught physics, I used lots of videos. Not so much in math class.
In HS I don't run into a lack of reading ability too often but I do see a lack of vocabulary (lots of kids didn't know what the axle of a wheel was). They don't need to read to get that, they just need more experiences #BFC530
In HS I don't run into a lack of reading ability too often but I do see a lack of vocabulary (lots of kids didn't know what the axle of a wheel was). They don't need to read to get that, they just need more experiences #BFC530
Happy Monday!
In a time where there is so much focus on reading level, reading stamina, but teachers are increasingly using video and chunking out reading it appears we are running contrary to each other.
What are your thoughts?
#bfc530
In a time where there is so much focus on reading level, reading stamina, but teachers are increasingly using video and chunking out reading it appears we are running contrary to each other.
What are your thoughts?
#bfc530
December 16, 2024 at 11:48 AM
When I taught physics, I used lots of videos. Not so much in math class.
In HS I don't run into a lack of reading ability too often but I do see a lack of vocabulary (lots of kids didn't know what the axle of a wheel was). They don't need to read to get that, they just need more experiences #BFC530
In HS I don't run into a lack of reading ability too often but I do see a lack of vocabulary (lots of kids didn't know what the axle of a wheel was). They don't need to read to get that, they just need more experiences #BFC530
Does anyone use Amazon music? Is it any good? Spotify jacking up the prices when they can't get "shuffling" right and considering a switch
December 12, 2024 at 9:28 PM
Does anyone use Amazon music? Is it any good? Spotify jacking up the prices when they can't get "shuffling" right and considering a switch
I saw a post the other day about someone's reflection questions for students that had something to do with how they learned from another person in the class that I liked the wording of.
I thought I had saved it but clearly not. Does this ring a bell for anyone? #ITeachMath #EduSky
I thought I had saved it but clearly not. Does this ring a bell for anyone? #ITeachMath #EduSky
December 12, 2024 at 2:15 PM
I saw a post the other day about someone's reflection questions for students that had something to do with how they learned from another person in the class that I liked the wording of.
I thought I had saved it but clearly not. Does this ring a bell for anyone? #ITeachMath #EduSky
I thought I had saved it but clearly not. Does this ring a bell for anyone? #ITeachMath #EduSky
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The "napkin ring" problem: A hole of radius I is drilled out of a sphere of radius R to form a ring. What is the volume of the ring? #iTeachMath #MathsToday
December 10, 2024 at 9:29 PM
The "napkin ring" problem: A hole of radius I is drilled out of a sphere of radius R to form a ring. What is the volume of the ring? #iTeachMath #MathsToday
Amazon, you are no help. Clearly they have as much trouble shopping for Teens as the rest of us.
December 10, 2024 at 4:09 AM
Amazon, you are no help. Clearly they have as much trouble shopping for Teens as the rest of us.
Watched "That Christmas" on Netflix with the family this weekend. I dismissed it at first, but after watching it I was pleasantly surprised.
I don't think it's Christmas classic caliber, but it was a cute watch and I would recommend it.
I don't think it's Christmas classic caliber, but it was a cute watch and I would recommend it.
December 9, 2024 at 9:26 PM
Watched "That Christmas" on Netflix with the family this weekend. I dismissed it at first, but after watching it I was pleasantly surprised.
I don't think it's Christmas classic caliber, but it was a cute watch and I would recommend it.
I don't think it's Christmas classic caliber, but it was a cute watch and I would recommend it.
At this point I am really just consuming anything that comes across my feed with no clear goal. I haven't quite decided what I'm hoping to get out of it.
I will say that I feel like I've been posting more here than I ever did at the old place for some reason #BFC530
I will say that I feel like I've been posting more here than I ever did at the old place for some reason #BFC530
Good Morning and Happy Monday. Time to get this day moving!
Today’s #Bfc530 question:
How are you using BlueSky to enhance your teaching?
Are you consuming content or adding to the conversation?
Who should we follow for good conversation/information?
Today’s #Bfc530 question:
How are you using BlueSky to enhance your teaching?
Are you consuming content or adding to the conversation?
Who should we follow for good conversation/information?
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December 9, 2024 at 11:31 AM
At this point I am really just consuming anything that comes across my feed with no clear goal. I haven't quite decided what I'm hoping to get out of it.
I will say that I feel like I've been posting more here than I ever did at the old place for some reason #BFC530
I will say that I feel like I've been posting more here than I ever did at the old place for some reason #BFC530
A4 This is one I don't have an answer for, but has been something I've been thinking about for a while. I'm interested in seeing other people's answers #UngradingChat
It’s Thursday! Q4: What is your favorite resource to share with colleagues about shifting assessment practices?
#UngradingChat have a super day
#UngradingChat have a super day
December 5, 2024 at 11:21 AM
A4 This is one I don't have an answer for, but has been something I've been thinking about for a while. I'm interested in seeing other people's answers #UngradingChat
Revolutionized is a strong word. I'm not sure that they have fundamentally changed what teaching is, but they have allowed us to do a lot of new things with students. #BFC530
Good Morning.
Let’s talk computers in the classroom.
Have computers in the classroom revolutionized teaching and learning?
Be sure to use the #Bfc530 hashtag when responding.
Let’s talk computers in the classroom.
Have computers in the classroom revolutionized teaching and learning?
Be sure to use the #Bfc530 hashtag when responding.
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December 5, 2024 at 11:19 AM
Revolutionized is a strong word. I'm not sure that they have fundamentally changed what teaching is, but they have allowed us to do a lot of new things with students. #BFC530
A3 This is something I need to get better at, especially as the chair of our math dept. I feel like I have a good handle on my own thoughts and goals, but struggle explaining it to others. Part of it is I don't think the others in my dept are as open to the idea as I am. #UngradingChat
Happy Wednesday. Q3: How do you help others understand your new beliefs about grading and assessment?
#UngradingChat
#UngradingChat
December 4, 2024 at 11:05 AM
A3 This is something I need to get better at, especially as the chair of our math dept. I feel like I have a good handle on my own thoughts and goals, but struggle explaining it to others. Part of it is I don't think the others in my dept are as open to the idea as I am. #UngradingChat
We have a shortage of substitute teachers around here. Many of them are either retired teachers or teachers right out of school. In HS I don't usually leave new material for them to learn bc it's rare the T you get can teach it. So if kids don't do it, it's primarily on them. #BFC530
December 4, 2024 at 11:02 AM
We have a shortage of substitute teachers around here. Many of them are either retired teachers or teachers right out of school. In HS I don't usually leave new material for them to learn bc it's rare the T you get can teach it. So if kids don't do it, it's primarily on them. #BFC530
A2 my first real exposure came from reading Building Thinking Classrooms. While Peter doesn't necessarily talk about ungrading, he does give alternatives which were intriguing to me #UngradingChat
Good morning! Q2: What was your entry point into shifting your assessment practices? #UngradingChat
Looking forward to another great week of #Slowchatting #UngradingChat
December 3, 2024 at 11:24 AM
A2 my first real exposure came from reading Building Thinking Classrooms. While Peter doesn't necessarily talk about ungrading, he does give alternatives which were intriguing to me #UngradingChat