Reluctant learners. We've all had them in our classes- their heads are down on their desks, they don't turn in work or participate in discussions, you can't seem to keep their focus...these children are the ones who keep us up at night with those questions swirling around in our heads. What is going wrong that I can make right for them? How can I reach them? How can I ignite them?
Here are some easy-to-read resources for strategies to help our reluctant learners (and you!):
20 Strategies for Motivating Reluctant Learners
5 Ways to Engage Reluctant Students
Heart Over Head: Motivating Reluctant Learners
I love this short video showing a teacher using a "wingman strategy" to reach his reluctant students:
The Wingman: Engaging Reluctant Students (1:44)
Check out one of my favorite short videos- How Youth Learn: Ned's GR8 8
It reminds us of "eight powerful conditions of learning that can change everything for students." It's a must-see!
Here are some easy-to-read resources for strategies to help our reluctant learners (and you!):
20 Strategies for Motivating Reluctant Learners
5 Ways to Engage Reluctant Students
Heart Over Head: Motivating Reluctant Learners
I love this short video showing a teacher using a "wingman strategy" to reach his reluctant students:
The Wingman: Engaging Reluctant Students (1:44)
Check out one of my favorite short videos- How Youth Learn: Ned's GR8 8
It reminds us of "eight powerful conditions of learning that can change everything for students." It's a must-see!