{"id":8986,"date":"2022-07-06T14:53:16","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T14:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whizz-com.stackstaging.com\/top-tips-cultivating-belonging-in-the-classroom\/"},"modified":"2022-09-20T16:58:28","modified_gmt":"2022-09-20T16:58:28","slug":"top-tips-cultivating-belonging-in-the-classroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whizz.com\/en-us\/blog\/top-tips-cultivating-belonging-in-the-classroom\/","title":{"rendered":"Top tips: Cultivating Belonging in the Classroom"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Top Tips <\/h2>

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Every Student Matters: Cultivating Belonging in the Classroom<\/h3>\n

\u201cWhile belonging is defined in a number of ways, many scholars agree that a sense of belonging is critical to students\u2019 academic motivation, success and well-being\u201d<\/p>\n

 (Osterman 2000, Newman 1991, Goodenow 1993b).<\/p>\n

1. Know your students<\/h4>\n

The classroom is full of many different personalities and it\u2019s important that every student has the opportunity to shine. Help your students see each other through your eyes, so they can see each other\u2019s greatness. It\u2019s easy to overlook the quieter students \u2013 so during the week making a conscious effort to check in with every student, it might seem an effort but can make a big difference to you and them.<\/p>\n

2. Be positive<\/h4>\n

Don\u2019t let your frustrations or anxiety\u2019s spread. Every word we utter matters \u2013 let\u2019s face it we want to be remembered for all the good things. Be mindful of dangerous messages around us particularly in math with the \u2018I can\u2019t do math\u2019 culture. Instead, expose students to potential role models (current and past) to aspire to, for example, famous female mathematicians\u2018 and their achievements.<\/p>\n

3. Praise for effort rather than ability<\/h4>\n

Build confidence and perseverance, we all have the potential to grow and shine.<\/p>\n

4. It\u2019s ok to make mistakes<\/h4>\n

Making mistakes is how we all learn, creating a learning environment that fosters a growth mindset is key. Plan in mixed ability groupings, opportunities to collaborate \u2013 it\u2019s the talking and exploring that\u2019s important.<\/p>\n

5. Routine<\/h4>\n

Routine and scheduling bring normality and consistency to the day \/ week \u2013 it eliminates uncertainty. Timetables and daily schedules can support this.<\/p>\n

6. Use technology to help<\/h4>\n

Take the pressure off. There are many online programs\/software that can support the teacher and students. There is an abundance of choice, so sifting through what will enhance the teaching and learning to your context is imperative to ensure learning gains and to reduce the teacher workload. Math-Whizz is a personalised learning solution tailored to every child\u2019s individual needs and supports the teacher in delivering the math lessons.<\/p>\n

7. Don\u2019t neglect parents<\/h4>\n

Parents have an important role in school communities. However, their perceptions of school and education, and how they value and support their child\u2019s educational experience, have a big influence on their children\u2019s attitudes and beliefs about school. Communicate to parents that a sense of school belonging is important. At Math-Whizz we have the triangle of success recognizing that strengthened relationships between families and school increases parental engagement and student motivation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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8. Reflection<\/h4>\n

Plan in time to reflect not just on your students\u2019 learning but on their social and emotional behaviours as well. Foster student identity building \u2013 weave in social and emotional practices throughout the term. So, back to Top Tip 1; Know your students!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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