How To Get "Moochers" Engaged in Class

How do you get those students who just rely on their peers to do their work and feed them the answers instead of actually working and engaged in class? Well, thats what we jump into in this episode!

Dan and Caitlin share many strategies and tips for getting those students more engaged in class and how to reach them where they are at. The key thing is to realize that moochers are generally doing so for a reason - they could be lost, bored, or needing attention.  Once you identify the root of the students 'mooching' then you can strategize how to help that student.

From taking little breaks to spark fun and excitement to get those students' attention, to having private conferences with that student to let them know we care, allowing for more student choice in work, and much, much more- you'll learn many ways you can reach those students and make them want to learn and want to work.

Dan and Caitlin also discuss how its not always something you can address and fix and that is okay! You are doing amazing work and if you're reaching most of your students, bravo to you, rockstar teacher!

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