It seems like the last people students blame their classroom outcomes on are themselves. Maybe you’ve heard things like, “Sorry, I didn’t do my sketchbook assignment because I had a chemistry test to study for. Can I have until next week?” “What kind of extra credit can I do? I need to get a 90 instead of an 89.”

While these kinds of requests are incredibly frustrating, they can also be teachable moments. Join Amber as she shares how to have tough conversations with students about choices. Walk away with specific strategies to put the ownership back in the hands of your students.