"When children trust, they take on new challenges, demonstrate persistence, and ask questions when confused". -Stipek, 2006
As educators, we make a difference in our student's lives. Why is important to create powerful interactions with our students? The research shows that by creating positive relationships leads to powerful interactions that can extend children's learning.
Steps of powerful interactions:
Be present (pause, breathe, notice, be here) - Emotionally and physically
Connect (observe, approach, tap into trust) - Build on, deepen, and nurture the relationship.
Extend (model, stretch, learn) - Encouraging learning by engaging the student.
Connect strategies
Slow down, stay in the moment
keep learning about children
Listen to children
Personalize your interactions
Guide children's behavior
Keep trust growing
Extend Strategies
Help children see themselves as thinkers
Respond to curiosity
Use mirror talk (Describe what the child is doing)
Have conversations
Inspire imaginative play
Solve problems together
Use rich vocabulary
Laugh with children
Ask questions
References
ECPL (September 18, 2023). Relationships Matter! Powerful Interactions to Start the School Year. Retrieve from https://youtu.be/9g6ZZqTkC78?si=9itdD-qDsmpqojb3
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