#CaringClassroom Archive
The #CaringClassroom Chat explores positive teacher-student relationships, classroom management, and engaging and supportive instruction. Join us on Sundays @ 8:00 PM CST/9:00 PM EST.
Monday September 5, 2016
I'm Tracy and I'll be your moderator for the Chat this evening.
Robert here from Los Angeles. Middle school English. Tomorrow begins week 4 of the new school year. Off to a great start!
Mark A. Hammett, Religion Teacher, Washington D.C. Metro region
Welcome Robert! We are just starting our 2nd week here in Saskatchewan.
Glad you could join us Mark!
A1:I always welcome thechildren at the beginning of class and I actually say "it's good to have you here," and I do mean it!
A1 So many ways, implicit & explicit. Praise, encouragement, empathy, enthusiasm, attention, genuine interest in them.
Greeting the students is so important! https://t.co/vHU0jKfeWo
A1:I always welcome thechildren at the beginning of class and I actually say "it's good to have you here," and I do mean it!
John third grade from MO.
Glad you could join us John!
A1 Kneel down make eye contact when I listen to them. Greet them in the morning. Tell them that I'll see them tomorrow.
A1 pt2: At the close of class I try to say goodbye to the kids and thank them for coming ...usually by name
A2: always stay positive, smile, open body language, positive tone, welcome them to the room https://t.co/K6f2Ra7B2D
Eye contact builds trust. https://t.co/fSKY3nWDuL
A1 Kneel down make eye contact when I listen to them. Greet them in the morning. Tell them that I'll see them tomorrow.
Awesome! https://t.co/GbR1BHdctR
A1 pt2: At the close of class I try to say goodbye to the kids and thank them for coming ...usually by name
A2 Say hello to the students and greet them by name.
A2: I really try to be myself. I don't put on a persona. What the children see is what they get. They know I am real.
Students can see if you're being genuine. https://t.co/dp9gzpqCCl
A2: I really try to be myself. I don't put on a persona. What the children see is what they get. They know I am real.
Continue to be a bucket filler, build relationship, support risk taking, and encourage a growth mindset for Ss and Ts.
Love this! https://t.co/Awxcf7cg75
Continue to be a bucket filler, build relationship, support risk taking, and encourage a growth mindset for Ss and Ts.
A2 Same way I greet parents at Open House: "This is going to be a fantastic year!" Said w/ the utmost confidence & charisma
A3: Spontaneous conversations in the hallway at break times, participating in extra-curricular https://t.co/gEnMrssS1V
Keeping it positive . . . https://t.co/QO5KDQSZ6I
A2 Same way I greet parents at Open House: "This is going to be a fantastic year!" Said w/ the utmost confidence & charisma
A3: In the hall, I always say "'sup" or just ask kids how they are. I always say hello to Ss and Ts when they pass
Those casual conversations can make someone's day. https://t.co/GR1q7IhXKM
A3: In the hall, I always say "'sup" or just ask kids how they are. I always say hello to Ss and Ts when they pass
Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor relevance ,tech. S will learn if they believe T care about them.
A3 Ss starting a conversation at recess, talking to each other in the hallway, seeing each other at dismissal.
I agree! https://t.co/1ygIWgdZJa
Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor relevance ,tech. S will learn if they believe T care about them.
A3 I'm always accessible & available, but formal lesson times are already full of personalization, passion, & pertinence.
The 3 Ps . . . https://t.co/ERC3q1l51N
A3 I'm always accessible & available, but formal lesson times are already full of personalization, passion, & pertinence.
Totally...affective learning!!!!
Am I too late? Eric from Brazil.
It's never too late Eric. Welcome!
A4:No, Ss know they can depend on me...to help with homework, setting up their locker or even a plastic fork at lunchtime
A1: Talk to Ss both in and outside the class. Send emails when they are sick to get better soon. https://t.co/z08VXCCOf9
A4 Positive message written on a desk, smile, nod, high five, fist bump
Support shows you care. https://t.co/jQkZM6S9SY
A4:No, Ss know they can depend on me...to help with homework, setting up their locker or even a plastic fork at lunchtime
A4 My faves: the sincere thumbs up and a reassuring pat on the shoulder.
Sincerity is important. https://t.co/AYXygYpY0S
A4 My faves: the sincere thumbs up and a reassuring pat on the shoulder.
A5 Body language when listening and repeating what was said.
A5: I think I need to work on this. But with the kids, I always try to make an active comment on whatever they share.
A5 The key is to prove you listened by specifically referring to what a S said previously: 1 min ago, 10 mins or 2 days ago
A5: I always like to talk to the kid sitting by himself/herself at lunch or in the hallways. https://t.co/OF57XsherK
A5 If what your Ss say is not interesting or memorable, you are not asking the right Qs. Go deep, push the passion!
What kinds of questions do you ask Robert? https://t.co/DTiJYHcwBx
A5 If what your Ss say is not interesting or memorable, you are not asking the right Qs. Go deep, push the passion!
I'm so glad my wife woke me up to finish the laundry. If she hadn't, I would have missed this chat.
Open-ended, analytical or inferential Qs that go beyond the surface & between the lines. Get to the heart!
A6: Might sound weird, but I make it a point to apologize for something I've said or done... https://t.co/IWgwkKj6Fd
A6: give them a voice, listen, acknowledging their point of view, be empathetic, don't judge, trust https://t.co/jSb9GTLAmV
A6b: Ss are not used to hearing Ts apologizing for being unkind or being thoughtless. Makes a HUGE difference to them.
A6: If I have made a mistake or falterd in any way, I immediately apologize and try to start again
Not weird at all. We all make mistakes and kids appreciate it when we take responsibility. https://t.co/8klLIvVGFp
A6: Might sound weird, but I make it a point to apologize for something I've said or done... https://t.co/IWgwkKj6Fd
I agree! https://t.co/nAa3xxFbXW
A6b: Ss are not used to hearing Ts apologizing for being unkind or being thoughtless. Makes a HUGE difference to them.
A6 Listen to students and ask them follow up questions.
Love this! and is so important between Ts and Ss
https://t.co/OPLgo2bGfU
A1 So many ways, implicit & explicit. Praise, encouragement, empathy, enthusiasm, attention, genuine interest in them.
A6 I earnestly strive to value & attend to my Ss in EVERY way: willingness, wisdom, wonder & worth. https://t.co/Wenztf32fN
A7: listen to their opinions, give them input into classroom decisions, collab on rules/routines https://t.co/lazLOGg3lr
Apology is crucial as a responsible adult role model. Great job!
A5: I repeat parts of what they say. It lets them know I'm listening, gives them a chance to clarify & helps me remember.
Good strategy Carrie! https://t.co/6yLDVKTwuR
A5: I repeat parts of what they say. It lets them know I'm listening, gives them a chance to clarify & helps me remember.
Q7 Middle schoolers like to speak their mind, so I let them.I don't let it get out of hand, but they know they have a voice
A7 Students get a chance to share in morning meeting or they can talk to me some other time.
How do your morning meetings work John? https://t.co/HQrDM05Oy1
A7 Students get a chance to share in morning meeting or they can talk to me some other time.
A6 Trying 2 Make classroom more student centered & led, allowing st choice/voice in PBL activities https://t.co/H2nvORDf6Z
They sure do. They love it when you act on something they suggested. https://t.co/Nhrzi9bL8a
Q7 Middle schoolers like to speak their mind, so I let them.I don't let it get out of hand, but they know they have a voice
If Ss can back up their insights & opinions with evidence, examples, or explanation, let 'em speak! https://t.co/JxQRDwpD9H
Q7 Middle schoolers like to speak their mind, so I let them.I don't let it get out of hand, but they know they have a voice
Responsive Classroom model???
a6:we do turn & talks so that they can share everyday & have time to write in journals everyday- w/ teacher responses/notes
S greets another s, share how they are feeling, share question of the day, closing activity, class pledge
This is great! https://t.co/8n68ETqDXh
a6:we do turn & talks so that they can share everyday & have time to write in journals everyday- w/ teacher responses/notes
A8: Comedy is essential. When it comes, which is often, we give it a big comfy chair to sit in so it can stay awhile!!!
A7: Ss have writing time everyday-prompts & free write. We've also begun writing letters to people in our community
This is great! https://t.co/JII0vQOBdu
A8: Comedy is essential. When it comes, which is often, we give it a big comfy chair to sit in so it can stay awhile!!!
A8pt2: When grown-ups tell me I am funny, I respond "I do 6 shows a day!" We have to have comedy!
A8 Humor lets students know the teacher isn't always serious and they can relax in the classroom.
Thank you for all the amazing ideas shared here tonight! Hope you can join us for the next Chat! https://t.co/8UGpvqtPKu
A8: I do silly stuff like wearing colorful socks and make jokes about myself. Makes things fun and breaks down walls
This is important. https://t.co/eaeEnEJNC6
A8 Humor lets students know the teacher isn't always serious and they can relax in the classroom.
Awesome! https://t.co/iztUUFXWCR
A8: I do silly stuff like wearing colorful socks and make jokes about myself. Makes things fun and breaks down walls
