In a new study in Educational Psychology, researchers found that kids’ good behavior increases 30% — & their learning improves — when teachers focus on praising them for good behavior rather than reprimanding them for bad behavior. Strive for a 4:1 ratio. https://t.co/2jVHjo9hMH
As teachers, it is important for us to allow students to fail, NOT MAKE A BIG DEAL OF IT, provide a little support, and watch them try again. #DontReact#EdChat
Today a boy said, “You love us difficult kids huh?” I replied, “Difficult? Wouldn’t describe you that way. ‘Strong’, ‘resilient’, ‘full of gifts to share’. That’s what I see when I look at you.”
He cried, “I wish every hurt kid knew someone saw that in them.”
Me too. #LoveWorks
Sometimes I feel like the first day of every unit should be spent talking to kids about why what they are about to learn is important. It might immediately improve education by giving us all a clearly-defined purpose. #BoldSchool#edchat#TuesdayThoughts
With equal parts empathy, active listening, positivity, and commitment the building of a relationship that fosters a loving and trusting bond with others is worth the time and effort that it takes to create. #SEL#relationshipsmatter#everyday
@hfullerteach @PrimaryPrep2018 We do not recommend having students choose books by level. You can steer them in the right direction by recommending books based on your knowledge of the student but ultimately we do not want to limit student choice for independent reading.
“Belonging in the classroom means ensuring that all students feel welcomed, comfortable, and part of the school family.” Check out these 5 simple tips.
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Horse Man visited students and teachers at AMES today as a reward for exceeding the Boosterthon goal! Great job, Mustangs! Here he is in Ms. Pietrzak's room. @CherokeeSchools#boosterthon@CcsdCares
#KSUECE4410#booksnapweek4 I think critical literacy gives students a great opportunity to really think about certain things and to make deeper connections.