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Humanism in the Classroom (What are my observations / experience?…
Humanism in the Classroom
Teacher must be aware of students' needs.
Why?
A student is unable to learn if their fundamental needs are not being met.
What are we doing to support students' basic needs?
"food for school” programmes
provision of raincoats
provision of shoes
What are the challenges?
Socio-economic status affects students’ cognitive development during childhood
provide learning opportunities (MoE, 2007)
able to demonstrate competence and knowledge
Student’s self-esteem can be re-established
correlation between academic achievement to emotional and verbal intelligence, and its relevance to self-esteem and life satisfaction
Provide learning opportunities (MoE, 2007)
Enhance students’ ability to manage emotions - Link to Key Competencies - Managing Self (MoE, 2007)
Problem solve - Link to Key Competencies - Thinking (MoE, 2007)
Relate to others - Link to Key Competencies (MoE, 2007)
intervention has reduced problem behaviour, absenteeism and school drop-outs
Why is Humanism different?
Because unlike other motivational theories, the humanist approach isn’t just linked to achievement but also student wellbeing and welfare
What are my observations / experience?
Motivation is developed through the classroom climate
Basic need to conform with their peers
Gave them a sense of belonging
Self-determination theory
The teacher supported student autonomy by creating positive expectations within the classroom.
Intrinsic v. Extrinsic Motivation
Motivation developed through classroom practices
Behaviour & performance related charts
Learning journal with personal goals and feedback kept between student and family/whanau
Culturally appropriate pedagogies and practices
Be aware of the Cultural "Ways of Knowing"
Use appropriate pedagogies
Collaborative. Link to Effective Pedagogies (MoE, 2007)
Hands-on to develop conceptual thinking and inform enquiry. Link to Effective Pedagogies - Making connections (MoE, 2007)
Tuakana-teina. Link to Effective Pedagogies - Shared learning & supportive learning environment (MoE, 2007)
How I can further support "Self Actualization"?
Self-actualization
Having high expectations
Feedback
Conclusion
Motivation and engagement are critical components that affect teaching and learning which could compromise their future life.