Dr. Shaun Woodley
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION:
When Student Behavior Doesn’t Make Sense—You Need Science That Does: A modern educator’s guide to understanding what’s really going on in the learning environment
About Dr. Woodley
Charged with an unstoppable passion for education, Dr. Shaun Woodly, a Hampton University alum, has left indelible marks on every rung of the academic ladder. From a dedicated K-12 teacher to an inspiring university professor, his impactful journey is fueled by a commitment to transform education. Celebrated as Teacher of the Year and the recipient of several awards for his exceptional teaching, Dr. Woodly’s accolades are a testament to his remarkable influence.
Pioneering new paths to the highest levels of achievement in urban and culturally diverse schools, Dr. Woodly is the visionary architect of the transformative movement, “Teach Hustle Inspire”. TEACH means to “unlock intellectual treasure”, HUSTLE means that we “can't stop learning, won't stop learning” and INSPIRE is all about “spreading love and light”.
Dr. Shaun Woodly is also the 2X bestselling author of “MC Means Move the Class: How to Spark Engagement and Motivation in Urban and Culturally Diverse Classrooms,” as well as “The League of Extraordinary Educators: The Secret Strategies of Transformational Teachers”.
Specializing in working with schools that serve in urban, culturally diverse, and low socioeconomic communities, Dr. Woodly strives to redefine the teaching and learning experience so that the extraordinary gift of education unlocks the potential of every student, in every classroom, regardless of circumstances.
KEYNOTEÂ PRESENTATION
When Student Behavior Doesn’t Make Sense—You Need Science That Does: A modern educator’s guide to understanding what’s really going on in the learning environment
Why are so many students shutting down, acting out, or checking out—and why aren’t the usual strategies working anymore? If you’ve ever felt like behavior challenges are on the rise and traditional classroom tools just aren’t working the same, this session will help connect the dots.Â
This session reveals the science that helps make sense of today’s classroom behavior. Grounded in decades of behavior research, brain science, and real-world classroom application, you’ll learn how to create environments that naturally foster student engagement and reduce disruption—without resorting to control-based tactics.
Led by educator and bestselling author Dr. Shaun Woodly, this powerful session introduces a modern framework that blends research-based behavioral insights with practical, brain-aligned instructional strategies—specifically designed for the realities of today's classrooms.
You’ll leave equipped to:
- Apply science-backed strategies that boost attention, motivation, and effort—so learning sticks.
- Learn how to recognize the hidden needs and cognitive patterns that shape how students show up in the classroom.
- Shift from reactive management to proactive influence by aligning your teaching with how students are wired to learn.
- Build a strong, purposeful instructional presence that students respect and respond to.
Whether you're trying to reclaim your classroom, reconnect with disengaged learners, or simply teach in a way that feels better and works better, this session will provide you with the tools and mindset to meet this moment—head-on.
