Resources From May 2021

We are pleased to share that Oxford Learning has been selected to receive two significant awards from the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA). We are honoured to receive the Gold Award of Excellence for traditional (brick and mortar) 100+ franchise locations. The top tier of franchise achievement in Canada, this award recognizes excellence in franchise operations. Additionally, […]

Did you know that nature promotes learning both directly and indirectly? In between stay-at-home orders and freezing temperatures, kids haven’t had as much outside time as they should this year. That is why students need nature this summer more than ever before. Whether in the backyard or park, learning outside will help protect them against […]

This year, the report card might not look like report cards from previous years. After all, education and learning has been very different this year. How can students be graded on standard expectations when learning has been anything but normal? Students of all ages students adapted to online learning and to disruptions to their regular […]

The end of the school year is almost here; when students focus on small goals rather than big goals, they focus on actions that can help reach the bigger goals. At this time of year, most students might focus on final grades and the end-of-the-year report card. But, according to one study, focusing on end-of-year […]

As winter’s coldness disappears and the first signs of spring appear, students everywhere face a challenge—spring fever. With the warmer weather and longer days, it’s easy for kids to become distracted and lose motivation in the classroom. The temptation of outside activities and the want to play in the sunshine can often overshadow school work, […]

Updated April 2021. Originally posted July 2016. The pandemic has affected students greatly, causing major gaps in learning. Students rely on school for their education, for extracurricular activities, social interactions, and even for their mental well-being.  Recover Learning Losses this Summer It may take years for students to recover from the pandemic. Summer vacation is […]

Originally published May 2009. After dealing with Covid-19 challenges this past year, should teens take a gap year to recover losses? The pandemic has been a challenge for students of all ages. The transition to online learning had been difficult for students academically. However, for many students, missing out on important school milestones and rites […]

What can the SATⓇ and the ACT college entrance exams teach Canadian teens about college prep?  It takes hours to prepare for the SATⓇ and the ACT! American students prepare to write these gruelling exams as early as middle school! American teens often take prep courses and practise exams years in advance to ensure they […]

Next to math, science is arguably the most intimidating subject to many students. The difficulty of science can vary based on the nature of the science subject. It’s important for students to try and develop a more in-depth understanding of scientific concepts. In fact, without proper help and guidance, that process may take more time […]