Promoting Student Learning Notes

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IMPORTANT

It is important for teachers to understand cognitive development so they can teach in the way their students are ready and able to learn.

When evaluating answer choices, look for responses that allow individuals to participate on their level of development.

Children play in certain ways as they grow and develop.

Play in the classroom is MEANINGFUL.

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Risky Behaviors:

Students think only other people are affected by risky behaviors; thus, they are more likely to partake in reckless driving, illegal substances, or criminal acts because they do not feel they will reap the consequences of these actions.

The less a student participates in school and school activities, the less they will learn and be able to develop academically.

Teachers can support students in making positive choices by teaching them the facts about the consequences of risky behaviors.

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Peers and Development:

Since adolescents are not fully able to consider the viewpoints of others, they might think that everyone around them is as interested aware of their physical changes as they are.

Teachers should be cognizant of this mindset and be hesitant to address students in a negative or embarrassing manner.