How to Re-engage Reluctant Learners

In module one, you will get to grips with what causes disaffection and why it is important to re-engage reluctant learners. You will explore the concept of motivation and think about how to support reluctant learners to develop intrinsic motivation and a growth mindset. In addition, you will consider how you can work positively with the school, parents and carers in order to support the learner to re-engage in the learning process. This will be underpinned by practical advice and guidance to enable success.

In module two, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of how to build trust, relationships and rapport with learners, looking closely at Blanchard’s ABCD model of trust. As you work through the session, you will explore how to manage yourself and your emotions when working with reluctant learners. Practical approaches will support you in understanding how you can create the conditions for success in your context, starting from the very first lesson with your learner(s). 

In module three, you will build your knowledge of how to tailor both the curriculum and your teaching in order to re-engage reluctant learners. You will explore some key questions that will help you to decide what to teach, how to make it relevant and how you can build on prior knowledge. In addition, you will consider how Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction (2012) can offer practical help in terms of adapting your teaching to impact learning.