Session 4.3: Practice with a Purpose

This video is part of a series of videos that make up the online course, Classroom Engagement. Members can start from the beginning or pick a topic from the links below. To join and complete the entire course, register as a member here. 

Practice, practice, practice…but do it with a purpose! As teachers and catechist, we always have activities and worksheets to give to students, but how do we make sure we’re not just assigning busy work? Make sure you practice with a purpose! Find out how in this video.

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Course Lessons

Course Introduction

Module 1 Introduction: Misbehavior and Motivation

1. Session 1.1: Extrinsic Motivation (Fear)
2. Session 1.2: Intrinsic Motivation (Love)

Module 2 Introduction: Focus on Why

1. Session 2.1: Starting with Why
2. Session 2.2: Know Your Why
3. Session 2.3: Making Lessons Matter
4. Session 2.4: Your Classroom Vision

Module 3 Introduction: How to Be Engaging

1. Session 3.1: Classroom Procedures
2. Session 3.2: Bell Work
3. Session 3.3: Getting Students’ Attention
4. Session 3.4: Engaging Lectures
5. Session 3.5: Engaging Prayer

Module 4 Introduction: Teaching Engaging Lessons

1. Session 4.1: Planning for Engagement
2. Session 4.2: Graphic Organizers
3. Session 4.3: Practice with a Purpose
4. Session 4.4: Creativity & Engagement