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We are curious which resources from our Open Educational Resources (OER) Collection have been most useful to you.

Launched in 2023, AlphaPlus OER collection includes free, reproducible, and adaptable workbooks, lessons, activities, modules, slide decks, and even full courses.

Which resource have you found most helpful? What do you like about this resource, and how has it supported your teaching or planning?

Your feedback will help us better understand the resources and support you value the most.

We may also feature selected responses in an upcoming “OER Favourites” blog post to inspire your peers.

Learn more at https://mailchi.mp/alphaplus.ca/may-oer-survey?e=8ff0dc7d92&utm_source=sm&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=oerfeedbacksm

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When a colleague like Christine Pinsent-Johnson retires, the occasion deserves a note of gratitude for everything she has contributed.

Christine joined the AlphaPlus staff team in 2018, after four years of collaborating with us as a freelance researcher. During her time with us, Christine has helped shape not only what we do but also how we think about supporting educators and communities.

Read the full reflection here: https://alphaplus.ca/farewell-christine-pinsent-johnson?utm_source=sm&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=christinesm

"Connecting via Zoom is great, but having the opportunity to meet, learn, and engage in person with others from the Get SET community is truly invaluable,” shared our colleague Monika as she is participating in the Literacy Network Northeast Get SET Conference in Timmins.

The conference goal is to better align outreach efforts (by identifying shared key messages and communication strategies) and effectively meet the needs of the local clients and communities.

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If you’re looking to build a simple, easy‑to‑maintain website for your organization, event, or project - but have limited time or resources — our Virtual Showcase: Using Google Sites to Build Effective Websites is for you.

During this session, scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm (ET), our guest speakers will share how they use Google Sites to build and manage their own websites effectively.

Join us to hear from:
- Kristi McQuay, Executive Director, Atikokan Literacy
- Marissa Nolet‑Chartrand, Executive Director, Literacy Network Northeast
- Brandy Smith, Executive Director, Literacy Link Eastern Ontario.

Together, they’ll share real‑world examples and practical tips you can apply right away.

ASL interpretation services will be provided.

Learn more and register at https://alphaplus.ca/resources/virtual-showcase-using-google-sites-to-build-effective-websites/?utm_source=sm&utm_medium=social &utm_campaign=virtshows1reminder