The HourClass Approach© to Classroom Instruction

This book will take you on a reading adventure as its author illustrates a simple, yet powerful approach to the classroom instruction using “The HourClass Approach©”. The “HourClass Approach© to Classroom Instruction” is a way to build an engaging classroom environment by bringing together ancient Aristotelian and Thomistic philosophy and psychology. This is done via taking a fresh look at Maslow’s studies and by leveraging his extensive scholastic work on human motivation. This book looks into the core challenges on how to address the topic of academic unpreparedness and motivation. “The HourClass Approach© approach, which was proposed in 2020 by Dr. Elena S. Guy, utilizes belonging as a point of balance. This academic gateway is incorporated into a path that makes it possible for a student to gain pride and encourages the willingness to succeed. “The HourClass Approach ©: Agere Sequitur Esse (Latin: Action Follows Being)” is a strategic mindset to apply to an educational setting which, when is implemented and followed, has a potential to ensure academic growth in students.