The Unteachables Podcast #70: I truly didn't believe all of my students could succeed. Why this was diabolical for behaviour and engagement, and what I had to change.
Today, I dive into a strategy from Pillar 6 from my newly released book, 'It's Never Just About the Behaviour' which explores the essential connection between quality teaching, learning, and managing challenging classroom behaviours.
In this episode, I explore two key reasons why teaching and learning is inextricably linked with classroom management.
I dig into how the beliefs and expectations we have about our students can become self-fulfilling prophecies, shaping student behaviour and their sense of self-worth. Why we need to be raising the bar high for all of our students if we want them to succeed, and why sometimes we do the opposite. I also discuss the strategic approach we need to take to ensure every student can achieve the high standards we set for them. After all, we don't want to set them up for failure either way!
In this episode, I discuss:
- The downwards spiral of low expectations: Recognising and overcoming our own biases about student behaviour and achievement.
- How our behaviour as educators reinforces these expectations.
- The feedback loop that affects student outcomes.
- Why believing in a student's potential is an act of compassion.
- The importance of providing both challenge and support for optimal learning outcomes.
- Practical strategies for implementing this balanced approach in your classroom (it really is like Goldilocks and the three bears!)
- The concept of scaffolding and its role in student success.
- Practical tips like the "me, we, you" process to implement scaffolding effectively.
- + Much more!
So, if you're looking for actionable strategies to enhance your teaching practice and proactively classroom manage, this episode is a must-listen.
Other related episodes to listen to:
Episode 28: "Are You Setting Your Students Up for Success or Failure Without Even Realizing It?"
Episode 22: "Why Your Students Might Be Rewarding or Punishing You with Their Behaviour: A Discussion on the Insidious Pedagogy of Poverty."
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