Students Get to Choose! Structured Choice Making Strategy

We all like to make choices for ourselves and this is especially true for students. Giving students opportunities to make choices is an excellent strategy for increasing engagement and mental flexibility. When we allow a student to choose an activity, it gives her the sense that she has more control, which will likely increase her …

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It’s About Time! Strategies for Effective Time Management

Throughout the day, in numerous environments and situations, we are called upon to manage our time.  Time management is an important skill that helps us set priorities, manage schedules and tasks effectively, and plan for the future.  Many students, however, struggle to organize and manage their time effectively.  The good news is that time management …

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