Professionally Speaking is published quarterly by the
Ontario College of Teachers to inform its 170,000 members about the activities and
decisions of the College. The magazine provides a forum for discussion of issues relevant
to the future of teaching and learning, teachers professional learning and standards
of practice.
The views expressed in articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily
represent the official position of the College.
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