2006-12-06 21:59:14 · 12 answers · asked by rosiebd2006 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
In my class i've just started looking at learning styles and hoe children learn best. I asked the children a series of questions, analysed the results and have made changes to suit the class.
According to research children work better in lower light levels and this proved to be true. Also i schools its assumed that by age 10 and 11 children are happy to always work at tables, I found that the majority of my class wanted opportunities to work on the floor!
I also found out that my class think they learn most when they sit alone or with a partner - not in groups - which it the way I have always organised my class. They also dont think silence is the easiest to work in - they chose some quiet talking.
So from the survey, as a class, we have made changes. This has had 2 effects, the children feel that I actually listen to them AND it has reinforced that learning is important and that that is my main priory...and it should be their priority as well.
The children have enjoyed having the power to change things in a positive way, they have someownership of their learning and the classroom so they feel happier and more at ease. As a teacher it has been incredibly interesting project.
So to encourage children I think you need to make them feel valued and also encourage them to think about the value of working and learning in school - its not just my job to encourage them, it can also be the children's job too.
2006-12-07 05:52:15 · answer #1 · answered by bunnygrumpy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Through interactive activities, not chalk and talk. Children are more motivated if they are doing, enjoying and experiencing hands on not being talked at. There is evidence to show that only 5% of info is taken in if the teacher is didactic but this is 90% if the children interact and then have to explain to their peers what they have done and why. Another good way is to share the learning intentions with the children (using WALT and WILF) - if they know what they are learning and why this can be motivational. Try to value all the children in your class and they will begin to respect you and this can only be a positive in the classroom. Good luck
2006-12-08 20:52:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make it fun. Make it interesting. Make it competitive. Encourage everyone. Find what the particular child is interested in. Encourage working in groups. Make the school a good, safe, fun, enjoyable place to be. Involve the parents. Treat everyone with respect. Have assemblies. Praise God.
2006-12-06 22:08:47 · answer #3 · answered by Caroline 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Discipline and encouragement.
2006-12-06 22:10:30 · answer #4 · answered by Scotty 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you have to find a balance, be firm enough so that the children know who is in control but u have to make it interesting so u hold their attention
2006-12-09 07:16:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We all need balancing. That's why it is not fair just only giving punishment when they do wrong thing, but we need to give them also reward when they do right thing. Just beginning with a small thing. When they do some thing good, just say "you are good or clever", or saying "thanks" when they give you space when you pass them. Don't try to argue with them with small thing, but just give them option (the way out).
2006-12-06 22:12:54 · answer #6 · answered by luengsa l 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
present to encourge children or explain to children study is a very good skill.
2006-12-06 22:16:44 · answer #7 · answered by gigi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give them achievable tasks and make them feel responsible for the task. Reward them properly when the task is achieved.
2006-12-06 22:40:39 · answer #8 · answered by sametefe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bribery by the parents, worked with me!
2006-12-06 22:02:45 · answer #9 · answered by ehc11 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Direction and constant praise
2006-12-07 03:30:54 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋