Ready to rekindle student motivation in the classroom? We're bringing you an enlightening conversation with educator and consultant Mike Anderson, who is on a mission to help teachers abroad ignite learning sparks within their students. Uncover Mike's journey in building his own business and how he balances his work and personal self-care. We'll discuss his insightful books, Tackling the Motivation Crisis and What We Say and How We Say It Matter, and plunge into the intricate challenges of school morale, climate, and student engagement.

Ever wondered why some students seem less motivated? Mike Anderson dives into this conundrum and shares how teachers can help students find authentic purpose in their learning. We'll discuss the delicate dance between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and Mike reveals how a classroom “do-over” can help reignite student motivation. From the 'Fresh Start Effect' to the power of pizza, we're leaving no motivation stone unturned!

We'll also explore the pandemic's silver lining for teachers and students with the rapid adoption of new technology platforms. Mike offers insights into how teachers can leverage their students' tech-savviness. We will also address the elephant in the room - inequity in classrooms and how it can manifest. It's a conversation you won't want to miss, so tune in!

EPISODE RESOURCES:

• Connect with Mike: website and Twitter
• Access his self-paced courses and his books:
  • Tackling the Motivation Crisis: How to Activate Student Learning Without Behavior Charts, Pizza Parties, or Other Hard-to-Quit Incentive Systems
  • What We Say and How We Say It Matter: Teacher Talk That Improves Student Learning and Behavior