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Not as Soft as You Think: The Hard Facts about the Impact of Student Sense of Belonging and Concrete Tools You Can Use Now
Unlock the power of belonging to boost student learning outcomes. Marcy Baughman, VP of Learning Science Research and Tiffany Sayles, webinar, where we delve into groundbreaking empirical data revealing the positive impact of a strong sense of belonging on academic achievement. Discover how fostering an inclusive classroom environment can elevate student engagement, motivation, and success. This session will equip you with evidence-based teaching tips and practical strategies to create a welcoming atmosphere that supports every student and improves student learning outcomes.
Speakers
Marcy Baughman
Vice President of Learning Science & Research, Macmillan Learning
Ms. Baughman has more than 20 years of educational research experience. As VP of Learning Science & Research, she is responsible for supporting the development of educational programs and tools based on evidence-based practices, identifying best implementation practices, and executing studies to evaluate program impact.
Tiffany Sayles
Psychology Instructor and Program Director, Talladega College
Tiffany Sayles has worked twenty years serving at-risk, low income, and minority students as a community agency and school counselor, and has been a college instructor since 2017. With a keen focus on evidence-based teaching practices that support improved outcomes for first generation college students and students from underrepresented backgrounds, Mrs. Sayles utilizes multimodal instructional strategies that promote self-regulated learning for students. Mrs. Sayles is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology (Cognition and Instruction).