Gifted kids are curious, aware, sensitive, and often concerned with fairness and justice. If gifted learners feel their school work is not relevant and valued in today’s world, they may begin to disengage from school. In this session, we share research-based theories and practical strategies to motivate your students to connect learning to real-world issues. Leave with big ideas and small steps.
Learning Objectives:
Describe multiple models from motivation research.
Understand reasons for student disengagement and/or lack of motivation,
Implement strategies to help increase student motivation through making real world connections to learning.