In this video presented by teacher Debby Burton, viewers will explore the effective strategy of cultivating positive mindsets to inspire and motivate middle school students. Debby demonstrates how fostering a growth mindset in students can lead to increased engagement and ultimately, academic success. Through practical tips and real-life examples, she shows how educators can create a supportive and encouraging environment that empowers students to believe in their abilities and strive for excellence. This video is a must-watch for teachers looking to enhance student motivation and engagement in the classroom.

Inspiring Students Playlist

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Middle School

Response Boards

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Increasing Response Rates by Using Response Boards

In this informative and engaging video, middle school teacher Whitney Freije demonstrates how to effectively utilize response boards to increase student engagement and boost response rates in the classroom. Through her expert guidance, viewers will learn valua...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Increasing Responses

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Middle School

Explicit Connections

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Demonstrating Intensity and Enthusiasm by Making Explicit Connections to Content

In this video, middle school teacher Jeff Peterson demonstrates how to engage students by making explicit connections to the content with intensity and enthusiasm. Through the use of his strategy of explicit connections, Jeff captivates his audience by tying r...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Demonstrating Enthusiasm

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Middle School

Response Chaining

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Increasing Response Rates by Using Response Chaining

In this informative video, teacher Madeline Zook demonstrates the effective strategy of Response Chaining to increase student engagement and participation in the middle school classroom. By utilizing this interactive technique, students learn to build upon eac...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Increasing Responses

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Middle School

Drama-related Activities

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Increasing Engagement Through Movement With Drama-Related Activities

In this informative video, Teacher Madeline Zook utilizes drama-related activities to increase student engagement through physical movement. As she guides her middle school audience through various interactive exercises, she emphasizes the importance of incorp...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Physical Movement

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Middle School

Explicit Connections

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Demonstrating Intensity and Enthusiasm by Making Explicit Connections to Content

In this engaging video, middle school teacher Matt Rodman demonstrates how to bring intensity and enthusiasm into teaching by making explicit connections to the content. Through his strategy of making explicit connections, Rodman shows how to connect the mater...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Demonstrating Enthusiasm

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Middle School

Elaborative Questioning

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Increasing Response Rates by Using Elaborative Questioning

In this informative video led by teacher Matt Rodman, viewers will learn about the effective strategy of increasing response rates through the practice of elaborative questioning. Focusing on the strand of Engagement, Rodman demonstrates how middle school educ...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Increasing Responses

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Middle School

Interest Surveys

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Providing Opportunities for Students to Talk About Themselves Using Interest Surveys

Join teacher Carolyn Ferrill as she shares a valuable strategy for increasing student engagement in the middle school classroom - Interest Surveys. By providing opportunities for students to talk about themselves and express their interests, Carolyn helps crea...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Student Self-Expression

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Middle School

Interest Surveys

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Providing Opportunities for Students to Talk About Themselves Using Interest Surveys

In this informative video, middle school teacher Reneé Clemmons discusses the importance of providing opportunities for students to talk about themselves using interest surveys. By utilizing this effective strategy, teachers can enhance student engagement and...

Strand: Engagement

Element: Student Self-Expression