Scott Hebert - Student Engagement

The teacher discusses the importance of student engagement, emphasizing the need to start teaching in early grades to understand the full spectrum of student development. They highlight the engagement crisis in schools, where technology is often misused as a crutch. The teacher advocates for gamification as a tool to motivate students and stresses the importance of student feedback in finding solutions. They share their experience transitioning to teaching Grade 8 and the challenges faced with disengaged students. The teacher concludes by emphasizing the need for real engagement through meaningful connections with students.

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