Description
How do we reach and teach the “cool kids” so that they have an equal shot at their potential? Using current research and provocative examples, Colin Seale, the founder of thinkLaw, engages course participants in a meaningful discussion about how social pressure affects student achievement — especially for students of color.
In this course, Mr. Seale moves the conversation toward practical solutions, focusing on three main strategies for addressing this critical issue:
- Using active engagement to fight against gaps in social capital
- Shifting the culture by bridging the gaps for students and their families
- Laying out the rules of the game and helping students see their unique contributions to the world
According to Mr. Seale, when it comes to opportunities for our “cool kids,” it’s all about designing spaces that tap into the things that move them. He challenges course participants to make sure opportunities like this aren’t limited to a select few while providing the strategies necessary to make it possible to answer the call.
Kevin – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Good Course
Ruben – SOUTH TEXAS ISD (verified owner) –
Great course
Miguel – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
This was the most “REAL” course of them all. As an inner city child (Chicago) I found the information in this discussion long overdue.
Arnoldo – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
Very informative, the fact that kids are not hoping to achieve a higher degree of learning because they fear of not looking cool is especially reverent with minority kids. They are also afraid to leave home when they graduate from high school where as other non-minority kids cant wait to leave, sadly kids less fortunate choose to say behind.
ROSALINDA – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
THe importance of critical thinking skills in the lower grades and will help students to be successful in later years.
Raquel – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Something that I want to highlight is the importance of create in the students the habit of using Critical Thinking Skill from the lower grades. This will help the students to investigate carefully and succeed in their studies.
Irasema – DALLAS ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoy the speakers passion for the topic. He was very knowledgeable and shared specific examples about what he was talking about. This made it easy to understand and see what he was trying to say.
Xochitl – HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE – HOUSTON NORTH DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Very good professional training. Learned a lot about educational achievement for the cool kids.
Yvette – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed the clarity of the message to be explicit when teaching students of how to prepare for the future with a good education.
How to prompt the students with higher order thinking questions or scenarios to engage them in their learning. I also believe that it is up to us to inform students of the different opportunities that are out there for them to better themselves.
Martha Laura – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
Very good course. Helped out with the demonstrations that Mr. Seale used.
becky – COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Engaging! Good information that should be regularly reflected upon when planning instruction and throughout the entire educational decision-making process.
Sandra – BOLING ISD (verified owner) –
While I understood how critical “belonging” is to students, this gave me more insight on how to help students in this area.
Paula – BOLING ISD (verified owner) –
like it
Jerry – MIAMI EAST LOCAL (verified owner) –
Loved this info.
Nakisha – DALLAS ISD (verified owner) –
I think this was a really great course. I could really relate to the topics the speaker talked about!
Nianna – VALLEY VIEW ISD PHARR – REGION 01 (verified owner) –
Loved the insight that Colin Seale provides regarding the mindsets of minority and poorer children with regards to scholastic achievement.
Kayla – TROTWOOD-MADISON CITY (verified owner) –
I enjoyed learning about the content.
Ernesto – LA FERIA ISD (verified owner) –
It is about empowering our students in order to close the gaps.
Lauren – MANOR ISD (verified owner) –
Engaging!
Emanuel – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Great
Maria – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
This course raises awareness about kid’s being more concerned with their social standing rather than the benefits of GT programs. It also gives suggestions on how to change that mindset.
Sylvia – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed the course. I strongly recommend it.
Melissa – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
great presentation,
Carmen – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
This course opens educator’s eyes about elements of GT background that are necessary for success in reaching students.
JESSICA – GOOSE CREEK CISD (verified owner) –
I like the way this course brought in cultural aspects of the G/T student. It is helpful to know how to reach not just them but all students.
Diana – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
It was very interesting and relateable.
Rubi – WESLACO ISD (verified owner) –
The topic he covered was very interesting and he made me look at things in a whole new perspective.
Maria – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
The presenter provided excellent examples.
Adriana – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Fun
Domonique – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
Gives amazing insight into real world issues faced in the classroom today, but also gives great solutions and steps
Arian – MANOR ISD (verified owner) –
I loved this course! It is completely relevant and helpful to know the different aspects of reaching all learners. I like seeing the cultural and world aspects!
Mariza – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Great presentation!!!!
Pia – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Very interesting course! Awesome Presentation!
Lee – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
I loved hearing how social situations affect education.
Tarica – MANOR ISD (verified owner) –
I was surprised how much information surrounding students of the “why” they are not signing up for more advanced classes. Great lense into their thinking.
Stephanie – HALLSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
Good info to ponder on students coming to the room
Raquel – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
I enjoyed this course
Karen – PROSPER ISD (verified owner) –
The presenter made good points for helping meet the needs of all students and identifying GT students.
Erin – DAYTON CITY (verified owner) –
There are interesting connections to his other presentations (Think Like a Lawyer).
Heather – NORWALK CITY (verified owner) –
Some good information
Aaronda – DALLAS ISD (verified owner) –
Absolutely explicit in both intent and strategy, this course has illuminated my mind to the way I prepare to instruct. I try to follow the curriculum provided for me, but I can see more growth in my students when I just allow them to think through things. This sort of teaching truly would benefit all students; not just GT students. I loved the way the presenter engaged with the context of his presentation. I was not bored, and I remained interested throughout the entire presentation. I was actually hoping for more. That is how you know it was good.
Sandra – LAREDO ISD (verified owner) –
Great examples to implement critical thinking in classroom.
JENNIFER – SOCORRO ISD (verified owner) –
Great information that can be implemented.
Sonia – HALLETTSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
Informative and engaging
Matthew – ELYRIA CITY SCHOOLS (verified owner) –
Brilliant, relevant, thought provoking.
Patricia – HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE – HOUSTON NORTH DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Good strategies to implement
Miranda – HALLETTSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
Great information!
maritza – UNITED ISD (verified owner) –
Excellent
Paula – BOLING ISD (verified owner) –
good
William – SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-U CITY ISD (verified owner) –
good