The Active Classroom

Create an interactive environment that turns passive students into enthusiastic participants and nurtures interdependent learning.

Promote learning that is purposeful, engaging, reflective, and fun for everyone!

Experience and research show that students must be enthusiastic participants in the learning process if teachers want the classroom experience to result in deeper understanding and the building of new knowledge. This how-to guide for the classroom offers practical, brain-compatible, proven strategies for facilitating active learning. Veteran teacher and trainer Ron Nash shows you how to:

• Establish an interactive and safe environment for learning


• Nurture discussion and interdependent learning


• Manage movement in the classroom


• Teach to all learning modalities


• Incorporate music, visuals, storytelling, and technology


• Help students develop a positive work ethic

With a focus on kinesthetic techniques, interpersonal and classroom management skills, and relationship building, this reader-friendly book helps teachers engage students' interest and activate their learning for an exciting classroom experience