This report describes a five-step model that has been used with learners who have typically failed mainstream schooling.
The model involves: fun support, challenge support, personal development, higher learning and empowerment. This model can be applied to a wide range of educational settings, and has been shown to enhance learner motivation and self-management.
Download the report:
Focusing on Strengths for Challenging Youth (PDF, 100Kb)
Background:
Report produced in 2009 by John Hannam from the YMCA Education Centre.
Co-funded by the Ako Aotearoa Good Practice Publication Grants scheme (GPPG)