Anchor Chat #30: Beyond Busy Work — Rethinking Student Engagement

Leading Out The Woods · May 17, 2026 · 13m

Anchor Chat #30: Beyond Busy Work — Rethinking Student Engagement

In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Beyond Busy Work — Rethinking Student Engagement, challenging educators to move beyond compliance-driven activities and focus on authentic cognitive engagement. He discusses the difference between students being busy versus truly thinking, emphasizing the importance of discourse, problem-solving, reflection, and meaningful learning experiences. Dr. Woods encourages educators to examine who is carrying the cognitive load in the classroom and reminds listeners that real…