Education is Energy!
January 27, 2010
Savvy teachers are keenly aware of the role that emotion plays in the educational process. Using emotion to involve students is not difficult when students are given “something” to be emotional about. Teachers, for example, who lack passion and curiosity often leave students bored and uninspired, which are among the primary reasons why students drop out of school.
However, passion and curiosity are not enough to insure that students are engaged and paying attention, instructors must also:
- Inspire students to get excited about their future.
- Clearly define the class’s objectives and strategies.
- Discuss the role that respect plays in the educational process.
- Present the material within a context that entices students to learn.
- Teach students the mechanics of self-esteem.
- Ask open ended questions that require a thought process.
- Recognize accomplishments as they occur.
Connecting, building emotional bridges creates a safe place for students to explore, what is in their heart, which will serve them for the rest of their life. To learn more about this unique style of class management, log on to www.coachmerich.com and click on “Workshops.”
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