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Janyce Lastman and I have previously collaborated on several podcasts. So when she approached me about this one I was glad because, with recent news headlines related to happenings in a well private school in Toronto, this is more timely of a topic than ever.…

How to best prepare, study and perform well on tests and exams

November 28, 2017

Experts Connect Podcasts

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Janyce Lastman. Over the course of this episode you will learn more about:

The difference between a quiz, test and exam and how to prepare differently for each
How standardized tests (such as EQAO in Ontario) are different from “regular” tests and why they are important
The amount of time and how often students need to study in order to see a successful outcome
How students can make the best use of their time and what to do when preparing to study (and how parents can help too)
How to avoid experiencing test anxiety and why it happens
Whether cramming pre test or exam is ever a good idea
How and where (in bed or at a desk, for example) to study for tests and exams
Whether one can study well with music or other distractions around them
How lack or disruption of sleep impacts studying effectiveness and how to manage this
Things to keep in mind for the night before, day of the test or exam and afterwards
What “accommodations” are, who they are given to and why

How to know if your child and their school is the right match

October 22, 2017

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How to know if your child and their school is the right match (PDF). Printed in Post City Kids Magazine, September 2017

Adjusting to a new school year

September 18, 2017

Articles

Adjust or bust. Or so it feels for millions of students (and teachers) who have either returned or are beginning classes for the first time, maybe even in a new place this month of September. Our home (and the people in it) too is going…

How to best prepare our kids for life post secondary school

June 19, 2017

Experts Connect Podcasts

In this episode, Sara chats with Domenico Capilongo. Over the course of this episode, you will learn more about:

The role that teachers play in preparing kids for life post secondary school
Whether this is different to the role that parents play and if so, how?
How students can help prepare themselves for life post secondary school
What life after secondary school looks like
What constitutes a successful launch into life post secondary school and what makes the difference

What to expect when transitioning from high school to University or College

September 5, 2016

Experts Connect Podcasts

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Brenda Whiteside. Over the course of this episode, you will learn more about:

The biggest changes or challenges students face when transitioning from high school to a post secondary school program
How living away from home – on residence, for example – affects the way in which a teen manages the transition to a post secondary program
How students and parents can expect to feel at first
How long the transitional phase typically lasts
Resources and programs most Universities and Colleges have in place to assist the student
What students can look forward to once he or she is more settled into residence or in their program of choice
Do’s and don’ts for parents to consider – prior to, during and following the adjustment phase