
How New Teachers Can Create a Welcoming Classroom
A few tips for new teachers who want to foster strong relationships with students and between students.
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A few tips for new teachers who want to foster strong relationships with students and between students.

Teaching is a stressful job, but these simple steps can help build happiness in the profession.

When middle and high school students set short- and long-term goals, they can see a path to the success they hope for.

Productive struggle is important for students to retain what they learn.

I really appreciate teachers who are truly passionate about teaching. The teacher who wants to be an inspiration to others. The teacher who is happy with his/her job at all times. The teacher who every child in the…

Placing prompts throughout a text challenges students to analyze and interpret what they read—improving reading comprehension.

Students first need to recognize that they need help, and then they need to know that they’ll be supported when they ask for it.

Framing questions the right way—and scaffolding the right kinds of responses—can help teachers avoid blank stares and awkward silences.

Getting buy-in from students at the outset encourages them to engage more deeply in their learning.

Explaining the intentions behind a lesson plan can boost engagement and help students get back on track when something isn’t working.

Students are easily distracted, but regular, short breaks can help them focus, increase their productivity, and reduce their stress.

These techniques guide all students to process course content and then actively demonstrate their learning.
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