Originally produced as a television program for Public Broadcasting Service in 2007.

Special feature: The myth of classroom competition: why contests, games, quizzes and tests don't motivate students.

Editor, Travis Barton ; camera, Eric Martin ... [et al.] ; executive producer, Gerardine Wurzberg.

Presented by Richard Lavoie ; developed by Richard Lavoie and Janet Lavoie.

From the container. What does it take to motivate the "forgotten" student that traditional methods just don't seem to reach? Educator Richard Lavoie draws on decades of teaching experience to demonstrate six basic motivational styles and strategies for inspiring the most withdrawn and reluctant student. In this lively workshop presentation for parents and teachers, based on his recent book. The Motivation Breakthrough: Six Secrets to Turning on the Tuned-Out Child, Lavoie touches all the bases. He explains how to tap into an apathetic or learning-disabled student's secret need for prestige, power, praise, or reward. Some strategies are simple -- using clearer, more precise language -- while others take time, patience, and planning. Each one of well worth the effort. But be forewarned: Lavoie's enthusiasm is contagious!

DVD; full screen; stereo.

Soundtrack in English or Spanish, with optional Spanish subtitles; closed-captioned.