The Facts On Education

Indigenous Learning

How can we embed Truth and Reconciliation in every school?

Changing how generations of young people move forward together.

by: Dr. Pamela Rose Toulouse

Diversity

How can schools support LGBTQ2 students?

Four key factors that can make a positive difference for LGBTQ2 students in K-12 schools.

by: Dr. Kristopher Wells

Research, Teaching

How do we teach students to identify fake news?

In a world where it is increasingly dangerous to simply trust what we read and see

by: Dr. Alec Couros, Katia Hildebrandt

Curriculum, Well-being

What is the impact of physical education on students’ well-being and academic success?

Decreasing time for quality phys-ed to allow more instructional time for core curricular subjects – including math, science, social studies and English – is counterproductive, given its positive benefits on health outcomes and school achievement.

by: Lee Schaefer, Derek Wasyliw

EdTech & Design

How do Makerspaces heighten student engagement?

Makerspaces engage students to learn in and out of school...

by: Ann-Louise Davidson, PhD

Engagement, School Community

Parents and School Choice: What are the implications?

by: Mindy R. Carter, PhD

EdTech & Design, Well-being

How could students’ use of social media be affecting their mental health?

by: Alissa Sklar

Equity

How equitable is Canada’s education system?

by: Maryse Potvin

School Community

What factors are involved in developing successful community school models?

by: Jean Bernatchez

School Community

What is the best way to integrate newcomer students into schools and classrooms?

by: Gina Lafortune

Well-being

How can we best support student mental well-being?

by: Jonathan Bluteau

Indigenous Learning

What Is the Best Way to Indigenize Teaching Practices?

by: Constance Lavoie

EdTech & Design, Teaching, Well-being

What is Effective School Design?

by: Ellen Rose

Teaching, Well-being

Accommodating Students with Behavioural Concerns

by: Dr. Bill Morison, Dr. Patricia Peterson

Assessment

What is the impact of decentralization on student achievement?

by: Ann Sherman

Engagement, Teaching

What is the influence of teacher-student relationships on learning?

by: Roger Saul

Research, Teaching

What is the Best Way for Students to Learn Math?

by: David Wagner

Research, Teaching

How is neuroscience influencing teaching and learning?

by: Stephen R. Campbell, PhD, Simon Fraser University

Opinion, Policy, Promising Practices, Teaching

How do split-grade classrooms affect learning?

When split-grade classrooms are carefully implemented to support differentiated teaching and include appropriate professional development, as well as curricular and planning resources for teachers, the learning experiences for students in these classes are positive.

by: Daniel A. Laitsch, PhD

Opinion, Teaching

What is Effective Teacher Professional Development?

One of the clearest findings from modern research is that “one-time” workshops have little long-term impact on how someone teaches.

by: Shawn Bullock, Andrea Sator