As I was conducting my research project, I would constantly update my assistant on my findings and she would tell me if she noticed any changes in our students. Well, yesterday she informed me on how this project has influenced her.
As a school, all students are included in daily remediation that is geared toward th end of grade test. Currently our groups are working on math. My assistant has been pulled from third grade to work in fourth grade remediation groups. As of late she has come down hard on her group because of their lack in knowing their multiplication tables. Yesterday, she told me that because she has been tough on them she decided to change her tune a little and give them the positive reinforcement that we have been using in our room. After a week of this communication with her group she found a change in their attitude toward their work. She also noted that she was quite encouraged by their changes.
I must say that seeing someone else use the positive reinforcement for the encouragement of other students has made me believe even more in my research. I am excited to see this project continue not only this year but next year as well. After our presentation and question time, I am also ecouraged to share my findings with my colleagues. I believe that if the positive continues we may see a complete shift in their attitudes as they continue their education.
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Kari, I've enjoyed watching this project unfold and your enthusiasm for your research. I think you're on to something important, both for yourself and your students (and, ultimately, for your school). I do hope you can keep the research going. And, let me know if I can be supportive as you continue along...
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