Efficacy in Schools

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Research indicates that students with high levels of efficacy perform well in school because they believe in their ability to do well, and they apply effective effort when given a task. When teachers implement the “Efficacy in the Classroom” initiative, they provide students with the fundamental principles of efficacy along with tools to identify their strengths and weaknesses and to formulate strategies for improvement. Students understand that there is nothing they can’t accomplish when putting forth effective effort and utilizing appropriate strategies.

Lesson Plans: Test-Taking Tips and Student Motivation

Elementary Grades: 3 - 5
Lesson: Test-Taking Tips for Elementary School Students
Purpose: This lesson focuses on preparing students for taking high-stakes tests. Students who have enough sleep, eat a nutritious breakfast, wear comfortable clothes, and arrive at school early or on time, tend to perform better on school tasks.

Elementary Grades: 3 - 5
Lesson: Student Motivation
Purpose: This lesson focuses on student motivation utilizing a “positive self-talk” strategy.

Secondary Grades: 6 - 12
Lesson: Test-Taking Tips for Secondary School Students
Purpose: This lesson focuses on preparing students for taking high-stakes tests. Students will take a survey regarding their sleeping, eating, and attendance habits. The survey will be reviewed.

Secondary Grades: 6 - 12
Lesson: Student Motivation
Purpose: This lesson focuses on student motivation utilizing a “positive self-talk” strategy.