Submitted by Angela Moss (not verified) on January 26, 2008 - 15:55.
This year I began teaching 2nd grade and I am stunned at the behavior of the students. I asked the counselor earlier this year if she could come in and have a discussion about behavior (treating each other with kindness, using kind words, following directions,etc.). I firmly believe if we do not control the emotions and behaviors of our students, all the testing, hands-on activities, and any other learning we incorporate are going to be useless. Too much instruction time is being spent dealing with behavior issues. This is not fair to the students that are attentive, respectful, and come to school ready to learn each day.
Emotional Intelligence: The Missing Piece
Submitted by Angela Moss (not verified) on January 26, 2008 - 15:55.
This year I began teaching 2nd grade and I am stunned at the behavior of the students. I asked the counselor earlier this year if she could come in and have a discussion about behavior (treating each other with kindness, using kind words, following directions,etc.). I firmly believe if we do not control the emotions and behaviors of our students, all the testing, hands-on activities, and any other learning we incorporate are going to be useless. Too much instruction time is being spent dealing with behavior issues. This is not fair to the students that are attentive, respectful, and come to school ready to learn each day.