In suggesting that Laura join the debating class, Ms. Watkins is hoping to pique an interest in classroom subject matter by capitalizing on Laura's desire to be the center of attention. What other strategies might the school faculty use to motivate students who seem to be more interested in social matters than in academic pursuits?
What will be an ideal response?
Following are examples of effective strategies:
• Incorporate class discussions and small-group activities into lesson plans.
• Relate classroom subject matter to students' long-term interests and goals.
• Create disequilibrium
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a. Hiring, training, and compensation b. Benefits, performance evaluations, and employee complaints c. Both A and B d. None of the above