I love the idea of quoting everywhere. What are some of the practical ways that we can then show compassion for students? I think it's really critical in every course to first have that grounding of safety, of belongingness, of relationships, of inclusion. And I think also prioritizes that first step. So if you're doing some ungrading or another type of alternative assessment, having students who revise work is a way to be compassionate.
Sarah Rose Cavanagh shares about her book Mind Over Monsters on episode 465 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.
Quotes from the episode
It is a real difficult challenge walking through this world full of monsters when our own bodies and minds can be monstrous.
-Sarah Rose Cavanagh
Compassion comes first.
-Sarah Rose Cavanagh
I love setting goals with students in class.
-Sarah Rose Cavanagh
If you set goals that are not difficult enough, motivation dries up.
-Sarah Rose Cavanagh