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How to Apply Differentiation in Science Learning Now! 10 MIN READ |
Dear Reader; Have you ever really struggled with how to apply positive behavioural support to that "one" kid? Honestly, I know I have. We have goals and needs in the classroom, and that kiddo sometimes just seems to be interfering. Rewards tokens and treasure boxes can become overwhelming and expensive. Unless . . . Is there something else that works? What about words of affirmation? Even as an adult I know I glow whenever I am called out for getting it right. I also know that I get frustrated when I get called out in front of a group for getting it wrong. So, how does that apply to our students? Even if kiddos were sitting in their desks, not doing their work, I tried really hard to find something to affirm. Were they sitting quietly without disrupting others? Could they verbally share evidence of problem solving whatever was stopping them? Even if they get angry with you, can you affirm that they are using their words? Then direct them to breathe calmly until they are ready to share appropriately. Explain that you will have a moment for them at recess when you can try to understand if it takes that long for them to calm down. By affirming their attempt, letting them know you are prepared to listen, and setting boundaries around what you are willing to listen to you are teaching that child. A lot. Maybe even more than what they would have learned by completing the work on their desks. ๐ This week's blog post is about differentiation in science. Take a moment to watch the video below to learn more. Use the link below to join me at my blog. Watch the video summary of this week's blog post below, then join me at my blog.
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