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[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Seeing responses reinforces that I’ve been doing the right things in the classroom. Thanks @RutgersAltRoute ! #teachered #Growthmindset

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute High School History - I provide feedback by fueling confidence with quick chats. Even when they fail at something I’m never negative, focus on their strengths, and always point out their potential. #Teachered #growthmindset

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute I find that test taking is a real anxiety inducer for my students. Even when I prepare them for a 10 question quiz, they panic like it’s the final. Project based assessments do not have this effect and I plan to integrate them more. #teachered #growthmindset

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute When students make mistakes or give wrong answers I use them as confidence boosters. I point out the positive points of their answers and their courage to try. This strategy has them wanting to keep trying, even when they fail. #teachered #growthmindset

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute I keep a very safe and inclusive environment where everyone is heard and seen. High expectations with a warm and low-stress approach. I���m the “chill” demander. #teachered #growthmindset

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Having a fixed mindset can lead to students believing they have a ceiling for learning and doing. They think they can never achieve more than what they “think” that ceiling is. The opportunity is that they can! #TeacherEd #Growthmindset

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Daniel - High School History

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A5. I think inclusion is key. I try to manage my integrated classroom as if it wasn’t. Modifications and accommodations are built into daily lessons to ensure special education learners are supported but not feeling isolated. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A4. Talking to them directly with empathy and care. Let them know they need to advocate for themselves because communicating their needs allows for teachers to better adapt and focus on those specific challenges. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A3. Pairing general education students with special education students in groups for projects and assignments is a great opportunity for both learners. This also creates an environment where the special education students feel like competent contributors. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A2. Preferential seating accommodations. I have seen improvement just by eliminating the proximity to a distraction. Working in the hallway is another seating environment that helps my ADHD students. They accomplish more in the halls than “trapped at their desks” #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A1. The biggest challenge I’m facing is managing attention spans during “note taking” classes. I make opportunities out of it though by trying to make it interactive, movement around the classroom, and giving breaks. #TeacherEd #SpEd

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Danny - High School History

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Reading through answers, I think creating an environment of empathy for our students is the most important part of preventing HIB in our classrooms. Thank you panel, and @RutgersAltRoute !#TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A5: I lead by example. I show kindness in all of my interactions with students, faculty, and parents through my actions, speech, and respect. #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Foster an environment where it won’t be tolerated by anyone in the classroom. Encourage and reward students who do the right thing and take action when they see someone being wronged. #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@cnicholson029 @RutgersAltRoute Empathy is very important!

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute The teacher (or adult present) should be calm and compassionate. They should connect students with the appropriate resource to best assist like their guidance counselor or SAC. #TeacherEd #SafeSchools

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute A couple of boys were bothering another student so bad she was crying. They argued they weren’t saying anything bad, but it was enough to cause her emotional distress. I would not tolerate this. She went to guidance and I sent the other two for administrative discipline.

[Danny @WebofSpiderDan]

@RutgersAltRoute Through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) integration. It helps to fully understand individual students by incorporating their outside life, and personal interests into the school classroom. #TeacherEd #SafeSchools