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Hands-On Strategies to Boost Student Engagement

Transform your classroom with research-backed, immediately applicable strategies for boosting student engagement. From active learning techniques and collaborative structures to...

Hands-On Strategies to Boost Student Engagement

Modules
10
Lessons
20
Enrolled
0
Price
$39

About

Transform your classroom with research-backed, immediately applicable strategies for boosting student engagement. From active learning techniques and collaborative structures to technology integration and formative assessment, learn what actually works to get every student participating and thinking deeply.

Topics
student engagementactive learningK-12teaching strategiesclassroom management
Your Instructor
Brian Whitfield
Brian Whitfield
K-12 Instructional Coach & Student Engagement Specialist

Brian Whitfield is a veteran K-12 educator and instructional coach with 18 years of experience in urban and suburban school districts. He specializes in student engagement strategies, culturally responsive teaching, whole-child development, and building equitable learning environments. Brian has served as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and district-level PD coordinator across multiple school systems. His work focuses on translating education research into practical, teacher-friendly strategies that improve student outcomes and school culture. He is a nationally recognized presenter on student voice initiatives, restorative practices, and creating schools where every student feels seen and valued. Brian partners with districts to design professional development that teachers actually want to attend — interactive, grounded in real classroom challenges, and immediately applicable. His approach combines evidence-based pedagogy with deep cultural awareness, helping educators build classrooms and schools that honor the full identities of their students and families.

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What You'll Learn
Apply 20+ evidence-based engagement strategies across grade levels and content areas
Design lessons using the engagement framework: cognitive, behavioral, and emotional engagement
Implement collaborative learning structures (think-pair-share, jigsaw, fishbowl, gallery walk)
Use formative assessment techniques that double as engagement tools
Differentiate engagement strategies for diverse learners including ELLs and students with IEPs
Course Outline
Module 12 lessons

The Science of Engagement: What Research Tells Us

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The Science of Engagement: What Research Tells Us: Key ConceptsPreview
8 min
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The Science of Engagement: What Research Tells Us: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 22 lessons

Cognitive Engagement: Making Thinking Visible

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Cognitive Engagement: Making Thinking Visible: Key Concepts
8 min
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Cognitive Engagement: Making Thinking Visible: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 32 lessons

Active Learning Structures That Work

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Active Learning Structures That Work: Key Concepts
8 min
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Active Learning Structures That Work: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 42 lessons

Collaborative Learning: Beyond Group Work

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Collaborative Learning: Beyond Group Work: Key Concepts
8 min
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Collaborative Learning: Beyond Group Work: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 52 lessons

Gamification & Play-Based Learning in K-12

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Gamification & Play-Based Learning in K-12: Key Concepts
8 min
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Gamification & Play-Based Learning in K-12: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 62 lessons

Technology as an Engagement Tool (Not a Distraction)

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Technology as an Engagement Tool (Not a Distraction): Key Concepts
8 min
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Technology as an Engagement Tool (Not a Distraction): Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 72 lessons

Formative Assessment as Engagement

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Formative Assessment as Engagement: Key Concepts
8 min
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Formative Assessment as Engagement: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 82 lessons

Engaging Reluctant & Disengaged Learners

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Engaging Reluctant & Disengaged Learners: Key Concepts
8 min
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Engaging Reluctant & Disengaged Learners: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 92 lessons

Movement, Music & Multi-Sensory Learning

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Movement, Music & Multi-Sensory Learning: Key Concepts
8 min
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Movement, Music & Multi-Sensory Learning: Knowledge Check
5 min
Module 102 lessons

Building a Culture of Engagement: Routines & Systems

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Building a Culture of Engagement: Routines & Systems: Key Concepts
8 min
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Building a Culture of Engagement: Routines & Systems: Knowledge Check
5 min
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Vol. I · Est. 2026 · Worldwide