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Transformative learning strategies

Whether you’re seeking hands-on, personalized sessions, community-oriented group development, to grow as an educator, or to train and inspire your team–Awakened Learning offers a warm and welcoming team of Learning Strategy experts to help you achieve your goals.

We get to the root of how learning happens inside, and outside, of the classroom.

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1:1 LEARNING STRATEGY SESSIONS

Hands-on sessions

1:1 learning strategy sessions with our team

From time management and prioritization, to studying and test-taking, to writing and math anxiety–Awakened Learning is proud to offer expertise from a diverse team of Learning Strategists who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

Different than traditional tutoring, learning strategies are a more holistic approach to learning by taking into account personal challenges, limitations, strengths, and habits. Book a free consultation and take the first step towards better learning.

Here to support you.

  • β€œAs a mature student with ADHD, going back to school after thirty years can be terrifying. Deena’s approach to learning has truly changed my life.”

    Michelle, learner
    (mature/returning learner)

  • β€œEven as an educator myself, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I gained from Deena's expertise. Deena's passion for facilitating transformative learning experiences is not just a profession; it's a genuine calling that emanates from her kind, caring, and informed soul.”

    Alison, educator

The Essentials:

Learning strategies for students

Join Deena for a five part video series where you’ll dive deep into the most essential tools and techniques you've never been taughtβ€”all designed to positively enhance your relationship with school.

FOR INDIVIDUALS & FAMILITIES | FOR TEAMS & CLASSES | FOR SCHOOLS & ORGANIZATIONS

GROUP LEARNING STRATEGIES

Group Learning Strategies

Join us in January for pop-up sessions hosted by our in house Learning Strategists. Sign-up for individual sessions for $25 or attend all three for just $65!

Group Learning Strategies are a cost-effective, high-impact option for parents and families seeking a like-minded community facing challenges with learners at home.

We offer weekly sessions and pop-up opportunities to help families build a foundational understanding of core learning strategies with helpful tips-and-tricks that you can start implementing right away.

This month we’re offering pop-up sessions from 7-745pm EDT on:

  • January 14: Bullet-journaling for Clarity, Insight + Motivation with Mina Alves

  • January 15: Small Changes, Big Impact: Goals and Habits for Academic Success with Dr. Rachelle Thibodeau

  • January 16: Mastering High-Volume Work: Effective Strategies for Students with Althea Parala

#1 Best-selling books!

#1 Best-selling books!

Discover more ways to transform your relationship with learning with best-selling books by Dr. Deena

β€œDeena Shaffer’s Raising Well Learners is an invaluable resource for parents and educators alike.”
— Saundra Yancy McGuire, Ph.D., Best selling author
β€œEvery single student, upon receiving their school acceptance letters, should also be given a precious gift: a copy of Deena Kara Shaffer’s Feel Good Learning.”
— Hamza Kahn, Keynote speaker & best selling author

MENTORSHIPS

Mentorship for educators

Deepen your understanding of learning strategies to amplify learner experiences

Learning strategies aren’t just for students. Whether you’re looking for 1:1 mentorship with Deena or one of our many expert strategists, or to level up your entire organization with trainingβ€”we can help.

1:1 Learning
Strategist Sessions

Training workshops

Mentoring with Deena

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Talks & Training

Inspire audiences and engage your team in meaningful discourse about learning, personal growth, and more.

Training

From international organizations to school boards to local businesses, we’re proud to have helped countless individuals, leaders, and teams refine their learning strategy skills.

Speaking engagements

Deena is an award winning speaker, having appeared on numerous formats including TEDxTalk presentations, panels, radio interviews, and keynotes. She offers bespoke talks as well as a variety of popular topics from planning to productivity and beyond.

Learn more

Lived Wisdom

Hear real stories from talented, experienced speakers through Lived Wisdom, our micro speaking agency. We’re committed to offering cost-effective, high-impact speaker opportunities to education-focused organizations.

Meet the speakers

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