More From Teacher-Motivator Ron Clark

I mentioned in a previous blog one of my favorite authors is teacher/motivtor Ron Clark.  Guess what?  His newest book was released on June 27th!  Titled The End of Molasses Classes, Clark outlines 101 strategies he and his colleagues use at the Ron Clark Academy (RCA) his school in Atlanta.  The current issue of Instructor magazine, Summer 2011 features an article on Clark's newest book.  The article excerpt's six strategies from The End of Molasses Classes.  Strategy #1- Be excellent.  Strategy #2-Create moments that will have an impact on children's lives forever.  Strategy #3-Uplift the parents and guardians who raise your childen.  Strategy #4-Make learning magical.  Strategy #5-Teach children to walk with confidence.  Strategy #6-Create lasting traditions.  The article goes on to explain Clark's rationale for each of the strategies outlined.  My favorite quote from the article:"We all know how miserable it feels to see a lack of interest in our children.  When they don't enjoy learning, we need to take drastic measures!"