"I felt the course made me reflect on strategies being implemented in our building to assist student needs. I have many students with academic struggles or learning disabilities. I feel this course allowed me to reflect on some of their strategy or systems, and possibly try to implement more effective ways to make a difference in students academic careers."--Trevor O., NE
"Great class! Useful and applicable information."-- Mandy S., NE
"I enjoy being able to take a course at my own pace. This type of learning makes it easier to teach full-time and have a family. I will be signing up for more in the future."--Elizabeth F., OH
This class is everything I hoped it would be. It did not give me a recipe for raising motivation for my students, but it gave me a framework to lead and guide me. I appreciated this because all students and situations are different. This framework allows me to see what I can do now to be better for my students for all time." Alicia P., OH
"I appreciate that this course encouraged us to consider ways to build better trust in the classroom in order to raise student engagement. Specifically, I enjoyed the sections where I had to evaluate strategies/assignments I already use and whether or not they are effective. This gave me the opportunity to apply the concepts of this course in order to improve my lessons." --Nathan C., NE
"This course helped me realize how the many different aspect of having trust in my classroom are all related through the five steps. You can't reach the last levels without having a solid foundation set in the first levels. I'm also glad the course components are available online in my account."--Sarah N., NE
"I cannot say enough good things about the classes I have taken through Educational Resources. These classes are concise, informative, realistic, and full of so many insights I can immediately take back in my classroom. I thoroughly enjoyed this class. The book was well written, easy to read and filled with numerous opportunities to reflect on your teaching and personal life. I would highly recommend it to any educator." -Alexis P., NE
"The Raising Achievement from the Inside Out course challenged my thinking about the value and necessity of relationships inside the classroom. By taking this course, I was able to reflect upon my ability to form relationships with students and overcome barriers to forming relationships with students. Through self reflection, seeking information from students, and learning through the text, I have been able to evaluate, modify, and accentuate my relationship building skills." -Janis M., MI
"This course not only gave me the tools to be more engaged in my classroom but also gave me the good feeling of what I am doing well already. I loved the opportunity to be able to reflect on the things that I already do for my students, but then also be able to reflect on what it is that I can do better. I know that I create relationships but creating deeper relationships is something that shows to be effective when it comes to student achievement! I will keep this book on hand to refer to as I strive to achieve my goals with my students!" -Michaela W., NE
"The course Raising Achievement from the Inside Out was very beneficial to me as a band director. I have taken several of these courses and they have all been excellent. They always inspire, motivate, and challenge me to be a better teacher. This course specifically listed the qualities that are necessary to build a high-trust classroom. Focusing on these qualities will really help me as a teacher. I will definitely continue to take these courses." -Jon L., IA
