In the last few posts, we've been talking about creating a climate in your classroom that is motivating. We've also looked at how negative and positive words make a difference. Today, let's discuss the role of praise in your classroom. It's one of the most visible shift you can make in your classroom. However, this doesn’t mean
to make random affirmative comments. I was in one classroom where the teacher
said, “Good job!” every three seconds. Her students rolled their eyes and made
faces each time. Saying good things just to say them is like doing 50 practice
problems just so you can say you did them. The kids see right through you.
There’s a huge difference between mere catch phrases and true praise. Effective praise has five characteristics.
PRAISE
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Personally
meaningful
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R
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Respectful
of the individual
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A
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Authentic
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I
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Immediate
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S
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Specific
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E
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Encouraging
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