Discipline problems? Relate
Jul 23, 2015
As teachers well know, corporal punishment has detrimental effects on children. Research suggests the most effective way to create desireable behaviour is to develop strong relationships.
This artlcle by Louise Laskey, in The Conversation also includes links to several studies on the effects of corporal punishment as well as lists of ways to engender positive relationships with children.
It probably confirms what most teachers already know, but might be a useful inclusion in a school newsletter.
Years 7 -9 - how to foster engagement
Research shows students beginning high school suffer, not just for a short time, but they often, lose confidence, are less inclined to be engaged or persevere. Students became more worried and sad, feeling less happiness and optimism and these feelings can last for years.
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Naplan - scores similar but low participation in NT
We're sure teachers will have a better read of the scores, but they seem roughly the same as previously.
What really stands out to us is -
- The low participation of NT students and also that
- Despite Victorian teachers dissatisfaction, scores of Victorian students was either hig
Creativity - the Big C & the Small c.
Many people think of creativity as being brilliant or innovative in the arts or sciences, or even just pursuing these disciplines as hobbies - these are what academics call the Big C Creativity.
They argue that creativity, the small c type, is what helps us solve everyday problems, consider options
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