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How do I use motivational interviewing in brief, everyday conversations when I only have a few minutes with a student?
Motivational interviewing isn’t only for long, sit‑down meetings. You can use MI in quick hallway check‑ins, after‑class conversations, and short office drop‑ins by focusing on a few core skills and the spirit of partnership.
2 days ago5 min read
MTSS, SEL, and Motivational Interviewing: Making the System Talk
Discover how Motivational Interviewing can strengthen MTSS and SEL, turning Tier 1, 2, and 3 conversations into real student engagement and follow‑through
Apr 37 min read
How can teachers use motivational interviewing to improve student engagement in class without nagging or lecturing?
Motivational interviewing can help teachers boost student engagement by shifting from pushing students to participate toward building real partnership, listening for what matters to them, and inviting them into choices about their own learning. Instead of nagging or lecturing, MI uses open questions, reflections, and autonomy support to make engagement feel like the student’s decision rather than the teacher’s demand.
Apr 26 min read
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