The Hidden Obstacles to Student Engagement: A Deep Dive with Rob Plevin

Student disengagement is a growing issue in schools. But what's really causing pupils to switch off from their learning?

In this episode of School Behaviour secrets, we welcome back esteemed author and behaviour specialist, Rob Plevin. Together, we explore the factors (both internal and external) that could be causing students to feel disengaged with their learning and what you can do right now to support them.

Important links:

Click here to visit Rob's website Needs Focused Teaching

Click here to buy Rob's book Change the mood of the noisy class

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