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Students Who Are Quiet Thinkers
Mr. Bryan's Classroom
English - September 18, 2022 16:00 - 17 minutes - 31.1 MB - ★★★★ - 9 ratingsCourses Education Self-Improvement education school teachers teaching Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Shyness is often misunderstood because it is not one emotion, but a mixture of fear, tension, apprehension, or embarrassment. Shy children seem to lack confidence and are self-conscious especially in new surroundings or when they are the center of attention. Changes in the environment and school pressures are also factors that affect a child’s demeanor.
It is noteworthy that shyness is not necessarily a negative attribute. Many shy children exhibit an ability to please and think for themselves. Being reserved can also be a worthy personality trait. It is when shyness is severe that educators need to be concerned.
Join Bryan in the Lounge as he and education writer Leah Davies (@Kellybearbooks) converse about students who are quiet thinkers and observers. She also manages http://www.kellybear.com
What strategies help you in reaching your quiet and shy students?