How do you help your students engage with not so exciting content?

To find ways to make learning history more appealing to the students, I try to find things that they find familiar and learn the history behind it. Whether it is a celebration, observance, sport, word, or food. This one was particularly interesting because of the fable and the movie Shrek. The history of the Gingerbread Man is a fun way to guide students in asking the question, "Why?".

Hi Everyone! I work with students with disabilities in an accelerated college and career program. Do you have any ideas about the best way to choose prefixes weekly for students in a high school dental science class?

What are strategies you use to keep advanced 1st graders challenged that don’t require another teacher or teaching assistant?

What are some other ways to engage students in an immersive experience? I’ve used mock crime scenes, but would like to expand to other experiences.

As we head into many holidays, how do you keep your students engaged in learning and make it inclusive for all students?

Children's engagement in reading is shaped by various motivational factors that cater to their interests and needs. Curiosity drives children to explore texts that answer their questions or introduce new topics, while involvement in reading activities helps them feel connected to the content, making reading more enjoyable. Recognition boosts their confidence, reinforcing the desire to read more. For some, grades serve as a motivator, linking reading to academic success. Social interactions, like group discussions or shared reading experiences, make reading a collaborative activity, and competition, such as reading challenges, adds a fun element that can motivate children to push themselves further. Together, these factors enhance engagement by appealing to different preferences and encouraging sustained interest in reading.

How do you create engaging experiences tailored to your students' collective and individual interests and needs?