Catherine Schwoebel
With over 16 years of experience in K-12 education, Catherine Schwoebel is a dedicated instructional coach, curriculum specialist, and teacher mentor. She has spent the last decade coaching educators in elementary and middle schools, supporting them in curriculum development, standards alignment, and data-driven instructional strategies. Catherine holds a North Carolina teaching license and a K-12 Curriculum Instructional Specialist certification, complemented by an Executive Certificate in Instructional Design Technology and ongoing Ph.D. studies in the same field. As a military spouse of 18 years and mother of two, Catherine brings a unique perspective to her work, connecting personally with the challenges faced by military families and students. Her commitment to excellence, innovation, and lifelong learning drives her mission to create meaningful educational experiences that empower students and educators to thrive.
Do you hear students asking, “Is this going to be a grade, or why do I have to do this?” It might be time to rethink factors that can influence student motivation. Research indicates that as students’ grade levels increase, school-related intrinsic motivation decreases strongly, suggesting the need for schools to create a more needs-supportive…
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