When educators integrate the linguistic and cultural funds of knowledge that learners bring into the classroom, they help learners draw on their Background Knowledge to better understand and relate to the material, supporting Motivation and learning.
Supported independent reading, sometimes called Scaffolded Silent Reading, is when teachers scaffold and monitor learners' independent reading time, offering students a choice of accessible texts, and periodic check-in's with individual students to provide guidance and accountability.
Field trips also provide content learning experiences that differ from traditional classroom settings, which can spark Curiosity and encourage Identity exploration as learners are able to gain deeper exposure to multiple topics and meet individuals who are immersed in these topics.
Developing empathy in educators and in learners is an iterative process that requires taking the time to understand and honor others' perspectives.
Developing empathy in educators and in learners is an iterative process that requires taking the time to understand and honor others' perspectives.
Having this space supports increased Attention and also feelings of Safety for learners who may previously have had chaotic learning experiences.
However, when inquiry and experimentation are valued and scaffolded, Curiosity can flourish, and these experiences can develop into more advanced Critical Thinking and reasoning skills learners can use to explore increasingly complex questions about how the world works.
When Working Memory is overtaxed, a learner can seem to be distracted because they may struggle to recall and use information simultaneously.
Incorporating multiple senses through strategies like chewing gum, using a vibrating pen, or sitting on a ball chair can support focus, Attention, and engagement for some learners.
Incorporating multiple senses through strategies like chewing gum, using a vibrating pen, or sitting on a ball chair can support focus, Attention, and engagement for some learners.
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