In MapToLearn we plan with the end in mind.  The curriculum is the foundation of the planning and essential in determining the critical learnings to be assessed.  Technology, in particular digital mapping, provides a way to differentiate assessment, to bridge student interests and learning styles with the curriculum and increase student engagement and success.

Why use digital mapping?
How can digital mapping support students in meeting the learning expectations of the curriculum?
How can the creation of digital maps engage students in actively seeking answers to the inquiry questions posed?
How can digital mapping engage students in showing what they have learned in meaningful way?

In creating and using digital mapping students can:

• Engage in critical thinking through inquiry as they construct, interpret and analyze data.
• Understand relationships and patterns, connecting ideas and concepts.
• Answer questions, solve problems and make decisions in collaboration with peers.
• Develop spatial literacy skills as they visualize, manage and explain data.
• Share their evidence of learning through the application of different types of technologies.
• Become informed global citizens as they address issues both locally and globally.

How can digital mapping engage students in demonstrating  evidence of their learning?
How can digital mapping support differentiated assessment?

• Digital mapping is more than just creating a map; it is a means by which students can make their thinking  visible, through their research, their answers to the inquiry questions, through the use of visuals, video, text and more, all connected to locations.
• Creating and using digital maps can appeal to student interests and strengths in technology, engaging the student in the inquiry process.
• With the curricular-based learning targets and criteria identified, the teacher can differentiate assessment, determining if a digital map is a valid match.

How can digital mapping be integrated across all grades and subjects?
How can inquiry based learning support student success in meeting curricular outcomes?

• The process of planning with the end in mind brings together the unique strengths and learning needs of the students, their readiness to learn the curricular content, their interests and their learning profile with the expected learning from the curriculum in a way that supports success for all.
• In all subjects and at each grade level, inquiry-based learning can engage the students and digital mapping can provide the means for students to demonstrate evidence of their learning.