64: Three Keys to Unlock the Door to Student Engagement with James Sturtevant

64: Three Keys to Unlock the Door to Student Engagement with James Sturtevant

Author: Mark Barnes October 5, 2016 Duration: 25:19
James Alan Sturtevant calls student engagement the "whole ballgame", and who would know this better than the 32-year veteran teacher, rapidly becoming known around the education world as the student engagement guru.

While most teachers are racing for the door when they've been in education for 30 years, Sturtevant, whom Hack Learning nicknamed Jamstur (learn why in the podcast episode above), calls teaching a privilege and continues to raise the bar for all education stakeholders when it comes to engaging students and making teaching and learning fun.

Sturtevant explains the 3 keys to student engagement, which underpin all 50 of his tips and tools in his new book, Hacking Engagement. http://hackingengagement.com

Learn more on Episode 64 at http://hacklearningpodcast.com.

Mark Barnes hosts Hack Learning, a podcast built on the idea that the most impactful changes in education often come from simple, actionable shifts. This isn't about theoretical debates; it's a toolbox of practical strategies for educators, school leaders, and parents who are ready to rethink the status quo. Each episode tackles a specific, real-world challenge, breaking down complex ideas into manageable steps you can apply immediately. You'll hear concrete methods for revitalizing classroom engagement, transforming assessment to truly measure learning, and cutting through the administrative noise to focus on what matters. The conversations explore how to leverage technology meaningfully, not just for its own sake, and how to create environments where even the most hesitant student finds a path forward. From reimagining homework and fostering a genuine love of reading to streamlining leadership and crafting effective communication, this podcast delivers concise, proven hacks. It’s for anyone who believes that better practices lead to better outcomes and wants to translate that belief into daily action. Tune in for straightforward, no-jargon insights that make improvement feel not only possible but achievable.
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