☑️ What to Expect: In this episode of EdYouWell, we dive into why building connections with students should be the foundation of your classroom. Before diving into curriculum, creating meaningful relationships with your students sets the stage for a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
Five practical ways to build connections:
- Learn Students’ Names: Discover why knowing your students' names is more than just a formality—it's a powerful way to show you care and to build trust.
- Share a Bit of Yourself: Learn how sharing relatable and attainable parts of your life with students can create a bond, while being mindful of what you share.
- Create Commonalities: Find out how weaving students' interests into lessons and conversations can make your classroom feel more inclusive and engaging.
- Encourage and Redirect Carefully: Understand the importance of putting relationships first and how to redirect behaviour without damaging the connection with your students.
- Build Traditions: Explore the idea of creating small, meaningful classroom traditions that give students a sense of belonging and something to look forward to.
💧Well Wishes: As you head into the classroom, remember that building connections with your students isn't just a nice-to-have—it's the cornerstone of a thriving learning environment. When you take the time to learn their names, share a bit of your world, and create common ground, you're not just teaching a subject; you're cultivating trust, respect, and engagement. Keep these connections at the heart of what you do, and watch as your students feel more valued, understood, and ready to learn. You've got the power to make a lasting impact, one connection at a time.
As always, be well, do well.
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