At the end of Facing Off with Literacy I had a chance to speak with some of the attendees about the address from 2 time NHL coach of the year and literacy advocate, Jacques Demers. “Surprising” and “Inspiring” were the words that i heard the most but there was one opinion that stood out for me. It was from a local teacher who simply stated “I don’t know if he was awful, or brilliant…” Continue reading
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On november 10th I will be at the London Convention Centre for Facing Off with Literacy, a celebration of the trials, triumphs and life of Senator Jacques Demers. A 2 time NHL coach of the year, Jacques will recount his life as a top NHL coach while Continue reading
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Typography, the technique of arranging text or type, is a growing field in today’s world of visually appealing presences. At first this practice was used within a very small group of skilled professionals, but with the growth of the digital age, typography has become a widely practiced skill in many professions from comic book artists to clerical workers.
You may tell yourself that looking into typography for your own materials is not a priority, but with a substantial impact on clear writing and literacy, typography is a field that you can no longer afford to ignore. Continue reading
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