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Discover how to learn with holistic learning strategies that go beyond traditional tutoring

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Dive into learning strategies

We make learning feel lighter

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Learning strategies combine all the benefits of tutoring, executive function coaching, and study skills to offer learners personalized support that gets to the root of how they learn.

This intentional approach can lead to transformative impacts like…

  • stronger academic performance

  • more consistent attendance

  • less procrastination and pressure induced anxiety

  • improved sleep, focus, and sense of wellbeing

  • better confidence and self-reliance

Beyond learners, parents report less tension around homework, restful evenings, and a renewed relationship with their children.

We reframe challenges

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What’s commonly seen as a lack of motivation, laziness, or simply not trying hard enough, we see as a blindspot in a learner’s toolkit.

At Awakened Learning, we believe…

  • learning can be taught

  • difficulty is not a deficit

  • skills build confidence

  • all learners are welcome

  • holistic strategies honour the whole person

By equipping students, families, and educators with skills that are currently missing we can break the cycle of stress, avoidance, and shame that act as barriers toward academic success.

Learn differently.

The Learning Strategy Studio

Monthly

$39

Normally $49

Founding Member
Discount

by Semester

$117

Normally $146

Founding Member
Discount

Founding Member
CA$39.00
Every month
CA$117.00
Every 4 months

As a founding member, receive special discounted pricing and access to all our exclusive content. Lock in your subscription today with no additional charges even after our plans increase.


✓ Exclusive PDF guide
✓ Monthly virtual workshop with Dr. Deena
✓ 2x monthly virtual events with our strategists
✓ 20% off non-member workshops and events

Support for all

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Students

Learners of any age or at any stage

Academic challenges look different for everyone. That’s what makes our holistic learning strategy based approach is different, too. We work with learners to develop their own personal tool kit of of techniques and approaches that nurture their confidence, lower their stress, and give them back their spark.

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Parents & Families

Learner support systems

When your learner is struggling, it can take a toll on your wellbeing as a caregiver. We offer group sessions that can connect you with other likeminded families looking to navigate tough challenges with more support. Learn new ways to help yourself and your learner reduce tension, get more rest, and feel more at peace.

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Educators

Academic change makers

Educators from K–12, college, and university contexts are invited to learn new skills that make for clearer expectations, stronger student engagement, and improved academic performance. We value inclusive, equitable, and student-mental-health-centred practices that empower today’s teachers and faculties (not burn them out).

Individualized coaching

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We’re home to Canada’s largest team of learning strategy experts.

If you’re ready to move beyond traditional tutoring and toward personalized, judgement-free support we encourage you to book a free consultation.

From day one, you’ll receive strategies you can implement right away…

  • How to get better at time management and prioritization

  • Stop feeling nervous before tests and exams

  • Take great notes and get your best grade yet

  • Develop critical reading and thinking skills

  • Support for bilingual / multilingual students

  • Complex subject support for writing, math, and sciences

  • Tailored support for learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism, or AuDHD

Group programs and workshops

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Join us each month for virtual interactive workshops as a cost-effective way to engage with learning strategies.

Ranging from as little as 30-minutes to weekly programs, all our sessions are hosted remotely and include recordings.

As Seen In

Toronto Star

The Globe and Mail

The Conversation

The National

CBC

National Geographic Kids

University Affairs

CityTV

NEWSTALK 1010

The Livy Method Podcast

Toronto Star • The Globe and Mail • The Conversation • The National • CBC • National Geographic Kids • University Affairs • CityTV • NEWSTALK 1010 • The Livy Method Podcast •

Talks and training

Introduce your audience to the power of learning strategies.

Book a keynote presentation or training session with Dr. Deena for your organization, or reach out to us to invite Dr. Deena to be a guest on your podcast or panel of speakers.

Hear from our community


“Thank you for these wonderful sessions and sharing your advice and supports!! I have found them helpful for my son in grade 10. I love your passion for helping all learners succeed and not struggle. I found your presentations clear, helpful and contained many takeaways that we could put into action right away.”

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- Parent of a grade 10 learner in our virtual workshops

“[My daughter] had her first online meeting with Mona on Thursday and called me in tears to say that she felt so much better after talking to Mona, so from the bottom of my heart, thank you for putting us in touch with Mona.  As [she] put it to me she said “Mom I think we’re a perfect fit.”

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- Carrie, learner parent

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“A must-read for every parent and educator. This book unpacks the mystery of where children get stuck in their learning journey and gives the most pragmatic and practical approaches to assist them in overcoming those hurdles that I have ever come across.”

Alyson Schafer,
Parenting Expert and Author of “Honey, I Wrecked The Kids” on "Raising Well Learners" by Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer

Contact us

You don’t have to have it all figured out

If learning feels heavier than it should, for you or a member of your family, we can help. Contact us to set up a free consultation or inquire about our services.

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