Teaching the Back Row
Motivational Strategies that Work
Do you often feel frustrated, baffled and worn out trying to help every child be successful? Trying to figure out what is happening in the brains of kids who struggle in school can be frustrating and exhausting. Here is a chance to get a highly engaging staff developer who will blend cutting edge research with school tested strategies you can use immediately and help you motivate these learners. You will be investing in the lives of your students and this will be worth every penny you spent on this class.
Research shows that almost 50% of a student’s academic performance can be traced to teacher quality. Come and find out what that means for you. Using a film the instructor has produced, The Kids that Were Left Behind, this workshop will offer participants a chance to explore and experience the minds of the at risk population by listening to their voices. You will hear their heart-warming stories and hear about the miracles of their achievement. Using the film, interviews, stories, and the latest research, you can expect to gain tools for creating a climate of mutual respect, positive modeling, and authentic student engagement.
Documentary excerpt below from, "Teaching the Back Row", written and produced by BrainVolution.