- "I want entering my room to feel like entering another world (pg. 56)." How can we transform our rooms into irresistible places?
- "When embarking on any journey, choosing the destination is a critical first step (pg. 57)." Why do teachers need a clear vision?
- "Transform your class into something irresistible to your students (pg. 60)." Do you have any lessons you could sell tickets for?
- Which is better & why? A teacher w/enthusiasm & weak technique or a teacher w/brilliant strategies, punching the clock (pg. 66).
- "Unlike passion, enthusiasm can be faked! Act enthusiastic (pg. 69)!" How do you show effort & enthusiasm to your students?
- Some teachers see 99% of students engaged (but 1% off) & feel like failures (pg. 70). How can we avoid being 2 tough on ourselves?
- "Infect your lessons and everything you do with enthusiasm and then watch it spread (pg. 71)." How will you do this next year?
- 5 minutes left. Does anyone have any additional thoughts that they would like to discuss tonight?
- June 17, 2013: "Part 1: Passion & Immersion": Introduction - page 18
- June 24, 2013: "Part 1: Rapport & Ask and Analyze": pages 19-54
- July 1, 2013: "Part 1: Transformation & Enthusiasm": pages 55-71
- July 8, 2013: "Part 2: Crafting Engaging Lessons (Part 1 of 2)": pages 75-106
- July 15, 2013: "Part 2: Crafting Engaging Lessons (Part 2 of 2)": pages 107-141
- July 22, 2013: "Part 3: Building a Better Pirate": pages 145-176
- Discussions will continue after July 22nd, but the questions will not be focused on specific pages in the book.