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18 Using Bias for Good

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We're talking about positive ways to leverage attentional bias. Inspired by the kindness momentum from Amy Ludwig Vanderwater's book, The Sound of Kindness, we discuss ways to foster a positive classroom identity and uplift student voices.

Links Mentions

The Sound of Kindness by Amy Ludwig Vanderwater

Brené Brown | Dare to Lead | List of Values

Episode 6: Unconscious Thoughts (AKA Bias)

Timeline

00:00 The Power of Kindness in Education
03:10 Building a Positive Classroom Identity
06:11 The Importance of Student Voice
09:13 Creating Meaningful Messages on Classroom Doors
11:29 Core Values and Classroom Identity
14:44 Innovative Ideas for Classroom Engagement

Key Takeaways

  • The kindness momentum created a positive bias in students.
  • Paying attention to what we focus on can influence student behavior.
  • Student handwriting and observations empower their identity.
  • Creating a classroom door reflects the community's values.
  • Students recognized the importance of their classroom identity.
  • Conversations about classroom decor can enhance student ownership.
  • Core values guide the messages we send in our classrooms.
  • Engaging students in decision-making fosters a sense of belonging.
  • Classroom doors can communicate important messages to the community.
  • Teachers can learn from each other's creative classroom ideas.
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