January 16, 2024Coding can seem abstract, but the 9000 micro:bits recently received by Pinnguaq through a partnership with Digital Moment will be used to bring coding into the real world, and to help learners see and realize their own power and potential.
December 13, 2023It’s one thing to read about the changing of the seasons, it’s quite another to feel the crisp air, see the frost and smell the fallen leaves. As informative as books and screens can be, nothing beats learning about the science of the natural world immersed in the natural world.
Grade 3 - Grade 6In this lesson, students will learn about nattiit (ringed seals) from both biology and an Inuit perspective.
Grade 3 - Grade 6In this lesson, students will expand on their learning from lesson one (Introduction to Nattiit, Ringed Seal) and build their understanding for how the nattiit are being impacted by climate change and human activity.
Middle - Grade 8In this lesson, students continue learning how to use the micro:bit in a hands-on lesson in which they develop and test a water quality monitoring system.
Secondary - Grade 9In this lesson, students learn about how humanity has taken inspiration from nature when considering solutions to complex problems.
November 5, 2021With their profusion of bright colours and repeating shapes and patterns, the computer-coded creations produced by Ron Cameron’s Grade 4 and 5 students are groovy and mesmerizing.
February 3, 2021Helping to bridge the digital divide in the territory, the Computers for Success Nunavut program provides technology and, by extension, opportunities for northern communities, an exciting prospect for Pinnguaq and for program participants.
January 26, 2021Connecting the land, technology and Inuit principles, learners in the North are using new kits provided through Pinnguaq to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) in the world around them.
July 23, 2020Lindsay Makerspace teacher Becky writes about her favourite activities she had taught students! Read about the fun experiences had, and how these activities impacted the Lindsay Makerspace.
June 18, 2020Pinnguaq invites you to participate in an exciting season of’ Virtual Summer Camps!
Middle - Grade 12In this tutorial, students will learn to create a simple random number generator using JavaScript and Microsoft’s MakeCode.
April 5, 2020Learn how the Lindsay Makerspace offers opportunity to emphasize the role of technology in supporting environmental stewardship.