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Maureen Chapman and James Simons: How to Bring Students Into the Conversation

Maureen Chapman and James Simons: How to Bring Students Into the Conversation
Maureen Chapman and James Simons: How to Bring Students Into the Conversation
Have a Life Teaching
Maureen Chapman and James Simons: How to Bring Students Into the Conversation

Classroom Reset: Bringing Students Into the Conversation | Maureen Chapman & James Simons

What happens when classroom culture starts to unravel? Instead of imposing more rules, what if teachers invited students into the conversation?

On this episode of Have a Life Teaching, returning guests Maureen Chapman and James Simons of Cor Creative Partners discuss their new book, Classroom Reset: Improving Class Culture Through Collaborative Conversations with Students.

We explore:

  • Why classroom culture is a shared responsibility between teachers and students.

  • The RESET protocol for addressing challenges through collaborative conversations.

  • How student voice can transform classroom behavior, engagement, and relationships.

  • Why changing student needs require teachers to continually adapt.

  • The opportunities and limitations of AI in supporting classroom conversations.

  • How to move beyond rewards and build lasting student motivation.

The big takeaway: Every feeling has a function, every conversation is an opportunity, and teachers and students are all on the same team.

Learn more: Cor Creative Partners

Classroom Reset Book


Music by Aylex