Engaging Students with Poverty in Mind: Practical Strategies for Raising Achievement

Engagement is presented as a crucial element for the academic success of economically disadvantaged students. The book offers practical strategies for teachers to enhance cognitive capacity and motivation, alongside insights into the unwritten rules of engagement that drive achievement. It emphasizes the importance of automating engagement to maximize instructional time and foster student ownership of learning. With actionable steps for implementation, this resource aims to transform classrooms into environments where all students can thrive, addressing issues of attendance and graduation rates.