The Facts on Education

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

Engagement, Teaching

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

by: Roger Saul

Assessment, Opinion

How does parent involvement in education affect children’s learning?

by: Lucy Le Mare

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

Promising Practices, Research, Well-being

How can mindfulness support K-12 teaching and learning?

by: Dr. Shelley Murphy

Assessment

What is the impact of decentralization on student achievement?

by: Ann Sherman

EdTech & Design, Well-being

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

by: Alissa Sklar

Assessment, Curriculum, Leadership, Opinion

What is the Value of Standardized Testing?

by: Valerie Campbell

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

Engagement, Opinion, Policy, School Community

How Effective is Sex Education?

by: Ontario Institute for Studies in Education

Engagement, Opinion, Teaching

Is Inquiry-Based Learning Effective?

by: John Nesbit, Liu Qing

Research, Teaching

How Can Teachers Maximize Engagement among Multilingual Students?

Inclusive learning strategies and programs for your classroom

by: Dr. Jim Cummins

Equity

How equitable is Canada’s education system?

by: Maryse Potvin

Research, Well-being

Cannabis: What are the risks for students?

Three major risks associated with adolescent cannabis use.

by: Dr. Christina Grant

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, Ph.D.

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

Engagement, School Community

Parents and School Choice: What are the implications?

by: Dr. Mindy R. Carter

School Community, Teaching

How Useful is Homework?

by: Ontario Institute for Studies in Education

EdTech & Design, Teaching, Well-being

What is Effective School Design?

by: Ellen Rose

Engagement, Teaching

What is the value of outdoor education?

by: Jean-Philippe Ayotte-Beaudet