Former Louisiana State Teacher of the Year, Author, Educator

Texas, USA
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Debbie Silver Biography

Dr. Debbie Silver is a speaker, author, and educator with extensive experience in the field of education. She holds a notable position as a former Louisiana State Teacher of the Year and has over 30 years of experience in roles ranging from a science teacher to a university professor. Silver has dedicated her career to enhancing educational practices and understanding learning behaviors across various levels of education.

With her deep commitment to professional development in education, Silver has become a prominent keynote speaker and professional development presenter. She has conducted presentations in 49 states, Canada, Mexico, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, Africa, and Asia, engaging her audiences with her expertise in motivational theory and teaching strategies. Her work emphasizes the critical role of educators and the powerful impact they have on the lives of children.

Silver is the author of several influential books, including "Drumming to the Beat of Different Marchers: Finding the Rhythm for Differentiated Learning," and "Fall Down 7 Times, Get Up 8: Teaching Kids to Succeed," which discusses strategies for fostering resilience and self-motivation in students. Another significant contribution is "Deliberate Optimism: Reclaiming the Joy in Education," co-authored with Dedra Stafford, which focuses on maintaining a positive outlook in educational settings. Her latest publication, "Teaching Kids to Thrive: Essential Skills for Success," integrates social and emotional learning into educational curricula, providing tools and strategies for educators to enhance student success beyond academic achievements.

Silver's presentations are well-regarded for their incorporation of humor and practical insights into educational challenges. She continues to inspire educators through her books, keynote speeches, and workshops, emphasizing the joy and impact of teaching. Off the stage, she resides in Texas with her husband, Dr. Lawrence Silver, cherishing the time spent with their family spread across various states.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/10/2025.

Debbie Silver Speaking Topics

  • Deliberate Optimism: Still Reclaiming the Joy in Education

    How do educators maintain a positive learning environment while addressing the increasing challenges in education today? Dr. Debbie Silver discusses how educators can maintain a sense of self as they navigate the current shifts in public and parental support as well as the increasing fall-out from behavioral and emotional issues in students. Through her research and expert understanding of human behavior, Debbie provides insights into how to maintain one’s sanity and sustainability while finding fulfillment in one's job. Using her well-known candor and sense of humor, Debbie offers participants a genuine and thought-provoking look at how the adults at school can empower themselves.

  • Fall Down 7 Times, Get Up 8: Empowering Self-Motivated Learners

    Do you ever ask ever yourself, “Just how am I supposed to motivate these kids?” The real question, of course, is how do we help them to motivate themselves? Based on extensive research for her book, Fall Down 7 Times, Get Up 8: Raising and Teaching Self-Motivated Learners, Dr. Debbie Silver offers sometimes surprising new findings about fundamental ways we can change our teaching practices to help kids become self-motivated. Come prepared to have your thinking challenged and to receive a multitude of strategies that help learners develop internal motivation and resiliency.

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Debbie Silver Videos

Episode 16 of the Teacher Vlog with Debbie Silver

Episode 16 of the Teacher Vlog with Debbie Silver

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Debbie Silver is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Deliberate Optimism: Still Reclaiming the Joy in Education, Fall Down 7 Times, Get Up 8: Empowering Self-Motivated Learners, Teaching Kids to Thrive – Embedding SEL into Any Curriculum, Drumming to the Beat of Different Marches: Why We Need to Pay Attention to Learning Differences and Be an Educator, Be a Hero. The estimated speaking fee range to book Debbie Silver for your event is available upon request. Debbie Silver generally travels from TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Gloria Ladson-Billings, Erin Gruwell, Lane Gardner, Carol Geary Schneider and Jon Bergmann. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Debbie Silver for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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