Improve Motivation, Engagement, and Achievement Using Hope Neuroscience

Outline

Presentation Outline: "Increase Motivation, Engagement, and Achievement Using Hope Neuroscience"
Introduction (3 minutes)
Content: Overview of session objectives and the importance of hope in education.
Engagement: Brief interactive poll to assess current understanding and expectations.

Understanding Hope Neuroscience (7 minutes)
Content: Explanation of hope as a scientific concept and its impact on GPA, motivation, and well-being.
Engagement: Use a real-life case study to illustrate hope’s effects; facilitate a short Q&A.

Building and Measuring Hope (12 minutes)
Content: Strategies to build and measure hope in students, including practical tools and research findings.
Engagement:
Activity: Interactive breakout groups to discuss and brainstorm application of hope-building strategies.
Process: Use Google Docs to create and modify action plans; share ideas and receive feedback.

Addressing Well-Being and Trauma through Hope Safety Practices (12 minutes)
Content: Techniques for improving students' well-being and addressing trauma using hope safety practices, including self-care plans and grounding techniques.
Engagement:
Activity: Take and modify self-care plans; practice grounding techniques.
Process: Use Google Docs templates for creating and adapting self-care plans; practice techniques in pairs.

Creating Inclusive Environments (8 minutes)
Content: Methods for integrating hope strategies to foster a sense of belonging and equity in the classroom.
Engagement:
Activity: Reflective exercise on inclusivity strategies.
Process: Use Google Docs to map out strategies and receive peer feedback.

Evaluating Effectiveness (5 minutes)
Content: Techniques for assessing the impact of hope strategies on student outcomes.
Engagement:
Activity: Quick interactive quiz or device-based activity to reinforce key evaluation methods.
Process: Immediate review and discussion of quiz answers.

Conclusion and Q&A (5 minutes)
Content: Recap of key takeaways and open floor for questions.
Engagement:
Activity: Final feedback survey to capture insights and suggestions.
Process: Encourage participants to share one actionable item they plan to implement.

Ongoing Support: Hope Facebook Group (5 minutes)
Content: Introduction to the "Share a Hope" Facebook group for educators to continue sharing hope-building progress.
Engagement:
Activity: Instructions on joining the group.
Process: Highlight the benefits of the group for ongoing support and community.

Engagement Tactics
Peer-to-Peer Interaction: Small group discussions and role-plays.
Device-Based Activities: Polls, quizzes, and feedback surveys.
Hands-On Activities: Self-care plans, grounding techniques, and inclusivity strategies using Google Docs.
Ongoing Support: Utilization of the "Share a Hope" Facebook group.

Supporting research

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