Cindy Stibbard interviewed on Savant & Sage.
Cindy was recently interviewed on the program Savant & Sage where she discussed Executive Function and StudySpot Vancouver’s unique approach to supporting students. Watch the interview here!
Read moreCindy was recently interviewed on the program Savant & Sage where she discussed Executive Function and StudySpot Vancouver’s unique approach to supporting students. Watch the interview here!
Read moreContributed by Cindi Keenan. With first semester high school exams comfortably behind us we look forward to the new semester with a sense of renewal and energy. Students are all caught up on their homework, the first set of assignments and tests are somewhere in near the future, and notebooks are still neatly organized. Let’s … Continue reading Start studying for final exams now!
Read moreFor many students, first semester final exams begin this week. A great deal of time and effort will have been dedicated to studying for these exams, so it is important to make sure they are rewarded for those efforts. Learning how to write an exam in and of its self is a skill to be … Continue reading Exam Writing Tips for Students
Read moreExam time is upon us and parents often ask how they can support their child through the experience. I always suggest they focus on the process of preparation and avoid getting caught in the trap of teaching their child the material. For most students, exams are introduced in grade 9 and become an important … Continue reading Exam Preparation Tips for Parents
Read moreAcademic Coaching is a form of educational support that attempts to address difficulties in the “way” students approach their work, and focuses on developing the skills necessary for academic success. Academic Coaching differs from tutoring in many ways, but the most important distinction is one of focus: Process vs. Content Tutoring focuses on teaching or … Continue reading Process vs. Content
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