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Motivation Matters: Empowering Your Middle Schooler

Motivating your student

This lesson is designed to help parents understand how to motivate their middle school children by focusing on the concept of locus of control. By understanding the difference between internal and external motivation, parents can better support their children in developing a growth mindset. This lesson is important as it equips parents with strategies to foster resilience and perseverance in their children, which are crucial for academic and personal success.

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Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Step 2

Video Viewing

6 mins

Step 3

Discussion

4 mins

Step 4

Motivation Game

2 mins

Step 5

Q&A Session

1 min

Step 6

Closure

1 min

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Motivation Matters: Empowering Your Middle Schooler

Lori Jensen

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