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How I can help you<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Whether you work in a museum or you’re taking part in some schools’ outreach for your university, holding the attention of learners can be a challenge, at times. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span><\/span>Yet without their attention, you cannot achieve any of your deeper objectives. I know that this is blindingly obvious. The trouble is that research suggests we think we have their attention much more than we actually do.<\/span><\/p>\n

Yes, you may have novelty on your side, but nowadays novelty can get old fast. You’re always battling with the uncomfortable reality that they don’t have<\/em> to listen to you.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

They know this.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

They know you know this too. Like every educator, I understand what it\u2019s like to visibly lose your audience.  But I also know the joy when you see that audience become enthralled by a topic that you’re passionate about.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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#bestjobever<\/p>\n

Helping you engage your learners<\/strong><\/p>\n

I’m Paul McCrory and I run a company, HOOK training ltd<\/strong>, that helps informal educators reflect on how they engage their learners using performance skills and psychology. The resources on this website provide professional development for educators who engage children, families and adults outside of formal education. Two things you should know about me upfront:<\/p>\n