It's always harder to listen in the ways you described in this article. It requires more emotional energy but it is always worth it. Its helps both the child and the teacher in countless (sometimes tangible and sometimes intangible) ways. Thank you for this article.
Thanks for reading and responding to my article Leah. Yes I agree, it’s hard work but I find it’s worth it. I’ve tended to get better work from my students if they know that they are listened to, but it’s important for me to draw a boundary about the amount of conversation I have time for as I have other students too! So I try to help students listen to that study voice in their head and do their own active listening as well so that they are in a better position to sort out other issues they have with their learning.
It's always harder to listen in the ways you described in this article. It requires more emotional energy but it is always worth it. Its helps both the child and the teacher in countless (sometimes tangible and sometimes intangible) ways. Thank you for this article.
Thanks for reading and responding to my article Leah. Yes I agree, it’s hard work but I find it’s worth it. I’ve tended to get better work from my students if they know that they are listened to, but it’s important for me to draw a boundary about the amount of conversation I have time for as I have other students too! So I try to help students listen to that study voice in their head and do their own active listening as well so that they are in a better position to sort out other issues they have with their learning.
So true about drawing the boundary as well. It’s what I love about the teaching - all the nuances.
I’ve been trying to be a better listener to my students. We teachers talk too much!
This is so beautifully stated and could not be more important. What we can learn when we listen and let go is invaluable.