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Telling students, “Be respectful!” or “Be responsible!” and expecting them to immediately comply is as ludicrous as telling them, “Be literate!” and expecting them to instantly read. Similarly, principles such as respect, responsibility, self-control, and empathy need to be taught directly and systematically. Continue reading
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Are kids being asked to do too much homework? Does more homework result in higher achievement? More and more parents and educators are questioning the purpose and value of homework. Continue reading
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We often complain that kids aren’t motivated. They are! But here’s the catch. They aren’t always motivated to learn what we want to teach. Successful teaching requires an understanding of student motivation.
These webinars will discuss the drives that motivate all students and identify five strategies to inspire academic achievement. Continue reading
When schools create a “culture of empowerment,” teachers are energized and students experience greater success. Is your school one that empowers or are you stuck in a culture of compliance? Continue reading
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Sabermetrics has been used to create successful baseball teams. Can the same principles be applied effectively in education? Continue reading
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