Learning to research is an essential skill that is relevant to a wide range of assignments from papers to presentations but in spite of its significance, the process is still one that baffles even those well past their high school … Read the rest
How to make the most out of attending class
February 21, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Attending class is necessary to achieve academic success. Even on days that you can’t give 100% of your attention, it is still much easier to study something that you have already heard and seen before than material that is … Read the rest
Questions and Answers and Where to Find Them
February 15, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Asking for help can present a conflict to some, whether it be due to stubbornness, pride, or a fear of bothering or burdening somebody else. Unfortunately, bottling or ignoring your problems will only result in them mounting until they return … Read the rest
Why Spelling and Grammar Should Matter
January 8, 2018 by Leave a Comment
You may have heard it before: a teacher flaps their hand nonchalantly in the direction of the class. “Don’t worry. Spelling doesn’t matter,” they say. They smile as a few sighs of relief are exhaled in the background. Maybe … Read the rest
New Year, New You: Realistic Academic Resolutions
January 2, 2018 by Leave a Comment
In addition to being a time dedicated to family, friends, fun, and the festive spirit, the winter holidays are also recognized as a time for reflection. At the end of each year, many people, students included, tend to make resolutions … Read the rest
Square Pegs in Circular Holes: When Students Don’t Fit the System
December 12, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The majority of education systems cater to an archetypal student: eager, outspoken, and rule-abiding, with strengths that lie in memorization and rote learning (memorization through repetition). While this does not mean that other kinds of students will be unable to … Read the rest
How To Study: 5 Awesome Tips for Parents of K-12 Students
November 12, 2017 by Leave a Comment
For success in high school and post-secondary education, it is imperative to adopt effective learning techniques. Most Canadian students lack proper study habits because these skills are not taught in schools. So even students who are motivated often struggle in … Read the rest
Your Teen Probably Isn’t Prepared For University
October 26, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Too many students move through elementary and most of high school without putting in much effort, because thanks to No-Fail, No-Zero school policies, no one is held back even when they’re not ready to move to the next grade.
When … Read the rest
Building a Better Student: Teach These Seven Survival Skills For A Brighter Future
October 16, 2017 by 2 Comments
The labor market today is unpredictable, jobs in fields once thought safe are now at risk of obsolescence thanks to advances in technology and automation.
The da Vinci Surgical System, a surgical robot, is cleared by the FDA to perform … Read the rest
How to encourage creativity in students’ learning
October 12, 2017 by 3 Comments
The word “creativity”, when referring to our education system, is almost exclusively applied to artistic subjects such as music and visuals art. However, creativity in schools should not be restricted to the teaching of these subjects, as being creative is … Read the rest