Finally, these students with interpersonal intelligence will naturally support and encourage others to
take academic risks when given the chance.
Dweck found that praising students for intelligence actually made kids less likely to
take academic risks because, on some level, they feared losing the label of «smart» if they did poorly.
Decades of research shows that grades diminish students» interest in whatever they're learning, discourage students
from taking academic risks, and reduce the quality of students» thinking, writes Kohn.
In an environment that's disorderly or chaotic — or worse, unsafe — students are also less likely to ask questions, engage in classroom discussions, and
take academic risks in front of their peers.
The normal daily interactions that occur in the classroom allow special education students to form friendships that result in less disruptive behavior, increased independence and self - confidence, and an increased willingness to
take academic risks.
Common sense seems to track with the data: Kids who operate within safe spaces and practice regular self - reflection are more likely to
take academic risks, engage in collaborative problem solving, and be aware of their own strengths and weaknesses.
Teachers who encourage students to
take academic risks may find themselves listening to students more as students express their frustrations and their successes in meeting academic challenges.
We foster a positive, non-punitive school culture where students feel connected, empowered, and safe to
take academic risks.
Research shows that feeling unsafe at school affects a student's ability to learn, focus, and
take academic risks.
Common sense seems to track with the data: Kids who operate within safe spaces and practice regular self - reflection are more likely to
take academic risks, engage in collaborative problem solving, and be aware of their own strengths and weaknesses.