Resources From June 2024

Should students use technology when learning? Parents often ask why Oxford Learning students don’t use tablets or computers to complete their workbooks in class. With the rise of technology such as AI, this question is more than valid. After all, today’s students are digital natives, fluent in all things tech. Technology has made many exciting […]

In recent years, a growing number of school boards, including the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB), have decided to eliminate final exams, saying that student mental health and well-being are one of the primary reasons. Grade 9 and 10 students in the OCDSB were given the entire week off unless they had incomplete work.  This […]

Every year, the cycle repeats. After a summer spent chasing butterflies, swimming, working, or just plain lazing about, hundreds of thousands of students file back into their schools after the break, ready for a new school year. Or are they? Typically when students return to school in the fall after two months of break, they […]

What does the future of learning look like? In a world filled with rapidly changing technology, it’s crucial to stay informed about the trends shaping the future of learning. Staples studied Canadian parents and teachers to understand current perspectives, priorities, obstacles, and possibilities for learning for the present generation of children better. So, what does […]

All parents take pride in their children’s academic achievements. A stellar report card can be a testament to their hard work and potential. But do grades mean what you think they mean? Grade Inflation is a growing concern in today’s educational landscape. But what is grade inflation and what can parents do to ensure their […]

Every student will struggle to pay attention in class at one point or another. A disruptive classmate, a subject they are not interested in, a non-stimulating instruction style, attention struggles can have many sources. But when students struggle to pay attention in class, parents can wonder if their child could have a learning difficulty such […]

Is your teen tired of staring at textbooks, feeling overwhelmed by the complex material in front of them? Have you ever wished for them that there was a magic formula to make learning easier and more efficient? Look no further than the Feynman Technique—a powerful method that can transform how your child approaches studying and […]

Does your child struggle with homework procrastination? Did you find out that your child has a big homework project… and it’s due tomorrow? Why do students procrastinate on homework and put off a big project until the last minute? Despite what some parents might believe, it’s not because your child is lazy, doesn’t want to […]

Raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) comes with its unique set of joys, challenges, and decisions. One such decision many parents grapple with is whether or not to enlist the help of a tutor for their autistic child’s educational pursuits.  While the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all, exploring the considerations can help parents make informed […]