Overcoming student apathy

A Brain Science Approach to Motivation & Engagement

Student disengagement is a growing challenge in classrooms everywhere. Traditional approaches to motivation often fail because they don’t align with what drives the motivational systems in the brain.

In this insightful session, Liesl McConchie demystifies student motivation by revealing the neurological and psychological factors that skyrocket (or plummet) student motivation. Educators will walk away with proven, science-backed strategies to inspire even the most disengaged learners to show up, give effort, and learn at deep levels.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Liesl will customize her message to align with your specific goals.

  • Unpack the neuroscience behind motivation and how to leverage it for better student engagement.
  • Identify key pitfalls to commonly used strategies to motivate students, and why they aren’t working.
  • Learn practical strategies to spark curiosity, sustain attention, and foster intrinsic motivation.
  • Discover the role of emotions in learning and how to create a classroom that nurtures positive engagement.
  • Implement research-backed techniques that make learning more rewarding and meaningful for students.
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Everyone, whether they are in education field or not, should attend this workshop. It transforms yourself to a better, positive, motivated one. By that, everyone around you will benefit from it. It will change the world.
Hiyori M.
Teacher
I would highly recommend this training. You get so many immediate takeaways. You get energized and motivated. Liesl is an amazing speaker with a wealth of knowledge.
Cheryl G.
Teacher
Your training was not only informational, but engaging, creative, and inspiring. Your style of presenting modeled the interventions you are recommending. I am leaving empowered and hopeful from your training. Thank you!
Cristal R.
Teacher