Helping Children Succeed: What Works and Why

Educators often copy the next great thing in a quest to help children succeed. However, copycat implementations often fail. We need to understand what truly makes different methods and interventions succeed in order to apply them to the proper situation. 

Discipline approaches often backfire. The assumption is that students do not have the appropriate motivation. Thus crime and punishment are carried out. However, students often do have motivation, but don't have the strength to follow through, especially if they come from troubled backgrounds.

The subtleties of interacting with children at home can do a great deal to help them succeed. 

Education is not a one-size fits all situation, and works best when specific needs are addressed.