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Online Math Tutor Checklist

Many students are converting to online education, and that means many parents are looking for an online math tutor. How do you know which one to choose? We’ve made a list of the top 6 most important features your online math tutor needs to have. 6. Virtual Whiteboard Math is a subject that students can master through repetition. That means …

How To Become A Tutor In BC

As we continue to learn more about the human brain and how it processes information, there is an increasing need for supplementary and alternative sources of education. Kids in the traditional school system wishing to get ahead or stay caught up are finding success with one-on-one environments. Homeschooling is also gaining in popularity and has been for some time now. …

Looking At Post-Secondary Options: Part 2 – The Traditional Path

When I first sat down to write a blog about post-secondary options, the blog I had in mind was this very one I’m writing now—the traditional path of going to university or college following high school. My daughter and I attended a Preview Day at a college she was interested in and we have lots to share with you! However, …

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Top 6 Back to School Tips

Are you ready for back to school? If not, no worries! Whether your kid is moving up to high school or starting their first day of kindergarten, it’s natural to feel anxiety about going back to school, both as a parent and a child. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to make things easier for everyone. To help out, we’ve …

Twisted Tutors in Parksville & Qualicum Beach

Ready to meet the best tutors in Parksville? Tutoring…With A Twist* is an agency that provides tutoring in Parksville and Qualicum Beach, and to other Central Vancouver Island communities. Our Parksville tutors are experienced with the current British Columbia curriculum and can help with numerous subjects, including English, Math, and Science. We offer tutoring in a variety of formats, allowing …

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Love of Learning: Math

Math seems to be one of the subjects that children struggle with the most. The Foundational Skills Assessment results for Nanaimo show that a full third of students in Grade 4 and Grade 7 are not yet meeting expectations. The results are similar for the whole of British Columbia. What makes math so challenging? There are several theories, but what …

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How to Make It as a Read/Write Learner

Do you find enjoyment in reading books? Would you rather look at the instructions before starting to build something? Are essays your forte? If so, you’re probably a read/write learner. Woven in among all the students who dislike school, there are some who actually enjoy it. Since teachers usually appeal to the read/write learning style, read/write learners are often the …

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How to Thrive in the Classroom and Beyond as a Kinesthetic Learner

Do you often find yourself fidgeting when you’re supposed to keep still? Do you have strong gut instincts that guide your decision-making process? Do you like engaging in hands-on activities? Do you have a tendency to act before you think? Have you ever been called “hyperactive”? If you answered “yes” to all or some of these questions, chances are you’re …