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What Participants Are Saying

Workshops rated from 1 to 5 (1-Weak... 5-Strong)
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"Great! I love the fact that the content was not specific to grade level or content class. It can easily be applied to any area. Angela was very energetic and knowledgeable."
—Kelly McDuffie, Curriculum Facilitator

"This was an amazing experience and I learned how to possibly reawaken my teaching and promote thinking on so many levels. Thank you so much. Hands down best workshop ever!"
—Jessica Womble, 7th grade Language Arts teacher



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Higher Level Thinking
Date: March 12, 2011
Location: Greensboro, NC
Presenter: Angela Pinkerton
Rating: ★★★★★


"The brain-friendly information was fabulous. I loved the variety of activities and structures. My brain thanks you! Christi was lighthearted and humorous. She shared the information effectively."
—Tina Southworth, 5th grade teacher

"The content was presented in a very brain friendly way! It was very fun and meaningful. Christi was very engaging and energetic. Well worth spending my Saturday in a workshop!"
—Jamie Kuhn, 5th grade teacher



Workshop: Brain Friendly Instructional Strategies
Date:  February 5, 2011
Location: Cape Coral, FL
Presenter: Christi Brown
Rating: ★★★★★


"I loved learning new strategies to help my students be more productive learners. Dawn was very positive about the program, easy to listen to and answered all questions."
—S. Dawn Thompson, Mentor

"Dawn was well prepared – obviously a believer. She handled a group of tired teachers very well. I am looking forward to trying some of these structures right away."
—Diane Reeves, Teacher



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Cooperative Learning & Active Engagement Day 1
Date:  December 8, 2010
Location: Brandon, FL
Presenter: Dawn Odum
Rating: ★★★★★


"Structures are great for engagement at every level! Teachers can implement right away. Elisha was fantastic! Pacing was excellent. She knows how to stay on course and yet meet the needs. This is great to work with and plan next steps. Always encouraging!"
—Kimberly León, Principal

"The content taught was valuable. Thank you for being enthusiastic and for clearly teaching the structures in a non-threatening way."
Brenda Weaver, 1st grade teacher



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Cooperative Learning & Active Engagement Day 4
Date:  November 29, 2010
Location: Visalia, CA
Presenter: Elisha Jennings
Rating: ★★★★★


"Perfect for first year teachers to survive in the classroom! Terrific refresher and reminder for even the most experienced teachers! Heather consistently shared adaptations and suggestions for each structure to meet the needs of each teacher in the training. Her enthusiasm is contagious! Her personality and real life examples supported everything she shared!"
Jenifer Brucker, Coordinator of Staff Development

"Very useful! Looking forward to implementing some of the structures in my classroom with my special ed. learners. Heather was very engaging and energetic! Loved this training!"
Kaitlyn Fetterman, 7th grade Learning Support



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Cooperative Learning & Active Engagement Day 1
Date: February 15, 2011
Location: Eagleton, PA
Presenter: Heather DeMao
Rating: ★★★★★


"I enjoy doing cooperative learning in my classroom. My students have done so much. PIES are present in the majority of my lessons now! Day 5 goes above and beyond to make each day the best it can be. Awesome job, Kris!"
—Stephanie Cloyd, 7/8th grade Science teacher

"Loved it! Overall it was spectacular learning and I can't wait to take it to my classroom. Kris was great!"
—Casey Mitchell, 6th grade Art teacher



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Success Day 5
Date: April 4, 2011
Location: Republic, MO
Presenter: Kris Osthoff
Rating: ★★★★★


"Jackie has been so wonderful! She is a knowledgeable and engaging instructor. Her passion about not only Kagan, but doing what is best for the students shines through."
—Amy Skeans, Kindergarten teacher

"As a first year teacher, I have thoroughly enjoyed this training and have been actively implementing these skills in my classroom."
—April Tucker, 1st grade teacher



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Success Day 5
Date:  April 4, 2011
Location: Republic, MO
Presenter: Jackie Minor
Rating: ★★★★★


"Wonderful strategies. I can go back and implement in my class right away. Jeff was very funny and engaging! The pace of the information is superior. It's not overwhelming, despite including a lot of information."
—Bethia Williams, 9-12th grade teacher

“Great, easy to use strategies to improve relationships within my classroom. Jeff was dynamic and engaging. This is just what I needed to re-charge my batteries.”
Sara Hart, Teacher

“I can't wait to get back and implement the structures in order to show my students they matter. Jeff is very upbeat and motivating. He reminded me of the reason I began teaching – a love for children.”
—Vicki Schuttenberg, 1st grade teacher



Workshop: Kagan Win-Win Discipline
Date:  February 25, 2011
Location: Springfield, MO
Presenter: Jeff Dane
Rating: ★★★★★


“The strategies are very appropriate for the work we are doing. It helps us keep in mind the importance of the different learning styles for kids. Wendy was awesome! She kept us engaged the entire workshop. She made me eager to take this information and strategies back to my teachers!”
—Sabrina Richardson, Reading Specialist

“My goal as a reading specialist this year is to promote and share activities that challenge and encourage high student engagement. Kagan is my answer! Fantastic! Wendy is high energy and interesting to listen to.”
—Beverly Becker, Reading Specialist



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Thinking Skills
Date: December 20, 2010
Location: Newport News, VA
Presenter: Wendy Burke
Rating: ★★★★★




"Great motivation – I can tell Rachel loves sharing and helping others. Kagan can be stretched for any grade level and builds community and a safe environment."
—Monica Tenbrook, Kindergarten teacher

"Rachel was well prepared and positive. I am definitely turning into a Kaganite! I hope my campus with be Kaganified!"
—Gina Butcher, Principal



Workshop: Accelerating Achievement: Skyrocket Test Scores with Proven Strategies
Date:  January 12, 2011
Location: San Marcos, TX
Presenter: Rachel Treaster
Rating: ★★★★★


"I really needed help working within the block and this workshop has given me new tools to use that will help me in my classroom immediately. Rob was great! He had loads of energy and was extremely knowledgeable. Kagan training is worth every penny!"
—Tamela Cook, 7th grade Math teacher

"Very inspirational and perfect timing. Rob was very dynamic. All teachers old and new can benefit from Kagan!"
—Dawn Vissotzky Geckles, 3rd/5th grade teacher



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Secondary Block Schedule™
Date:  March 5, 2011
Location: Ft. Worth, TX
Presenter: Rob Jutras
Rating: ★★★★★


"Excellent! Very comprehensive, informative and entertaining! Sarah was energetic and patient, clear yet detailed. Her confidence and intellect are apparent."
—Colleen Marie Eames, 10/12th grade Government/History/Reading teacher

"These instructional strategies will surely transform my class groups. I will definitely use these strategies. Sarah had great enthusiasm and presented the material well. She has the knowledge of Kagan structures and apparently has used them in a classroom setting. This is certainly something that I can use in the classroom, faculty meeting, sorority meetings, or even with my family."
—Vanessa Cade, Curriculum Director



Workshop: Kagan Structures for Cooperative Learning & Active Engagement
Date: March 19, 2011
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Presenter: Sarah Backner
Rating: ★★★★★


"Tom is an awesome presenter. His energy, care and concern for our learning is commendable. It was so easy and painless to incorporate. Thanks for another great Kagan event!"
—Jennifer Ayers, 2nd grade teacher

"I loved putting the ELL stages in perspective as we discussed structures. Tom was very positive and energetic. He was aware of our needs and adjusted accordingly. I love Kagan and how it has made positive differences in my classroom!"
—Stacy DeVoid, 1st grade teacher



Workshop: Kagan's Meet the Challenge: English Language Learners in the Regular Classroom 2-Day
Date:  February 18-19, 2011
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Presenter: Tom Searl
Rating: ★★★★★