I can understand how these six strategies are highly effective. I can definitely see myself using a couple of them. Practicing empathy seems to be the first one I would go to. I always try to put myself in others shoes. Hoping others do the same thing. As a teacher, we just want these kids to learn something from us. When kids hear a conversation revolving around empathy, it has to kick in at some point, right? Of course, I can not know all that they are going through, but to show them I can understand or relate if very important.
Knowing there is a communication barrier vs. content barrier, I really work hard on trying to decipher the difference. Luckily being in the gym, I have different ways of communicating and seeing if my students understand. When the content is the problem, you would be amazed at how many kids are right there to swoop in and help their friends. Visually showing our skills helps students to overcome any communication barrier. I will continue to work on this skill so all barriers are bridged allowing for more success with my students.
Knowing there is a communication barrier vs. content barrier, I really work hard on trying to decipher the difference. Luckily being in the gym, I have different ways of communicating and seeing if my students understand. When the content is the problem, you would be amazed at how many kids are right there to swoop in and help their friends. Visually showing our skills helps students to overcome any communication barrier. I will continue to work on this skill so all barriers are bridged allowing for more success with my students.