Chapter 2 - Ineffective PLCs
IN THIS LESSON
Understanding how students struggle with skill, knowledge, and motivation provides valuable insights for addressing their learning needs.
Challenges Students Face in Learning
1. Lack of Skill
Struggles with the mechanics of learning, such as:
Taking effective notes
Studying and organizing work
Managing time
Example: A student may understand a math problem in class but struggle to solve it independently.
2. Lack of Knowledge
Gaps in understanding core concepts or making connections between ideas.
Example: A student might understand fractions and decimals separately but struggle to relate the two.
3. Lack of Motivation
Signs of low motivation:
Not completing assignments
Disinterest in classroom activities
Poor attendance
Causes of low motivation:
Lack of connection to the subject
Content being too easy or too difficult
External factors, such as family issues or social pressures
By recognizing these challenges, educators can create strategies to support students effectively.
Next Step:
Please download the notetaker below as we explore how these three factors affect teachers and PLC effectiveness.
