Introverts and the Classroom By Anita McNeill
Are you an introvert or extrovert? Survey for you (scale from: Introvert, Ambivert, Extrovert) Graphic of introvert vs extrovert thinking:
What is an introvert? Myth – shy Reality – a different way of thinking and processing information
Quiet Quiet Power (for introvert students) Website: www.Quietrev.com By Susan Cain TED talk http://www.quietrev.com/ted-talk/
Challenges for Introverts Speaking in public situations – presentations in the classroom Beware of your feelings Don’t write out your script Build a rhythm in your speaking – varying tone, pitch and speed in voice Control your breathing, use pauses Remember the audience wants you to suceed http://www.quietrev.com/5-strategies-for-dealing-with-speaking-anxiety/
Challenges for Introverts 2 Challenges for Introverts 2. Managing conflict - Take a break, but come back - Listen with Empathy - Talk it out - Let it go http://www.quietrev.com/an-introverts-guide-to-managing-conflict/
How can we support introverts in the classroom. 1 How can we support introverts in the classroom? 1. Pair – Share – share each others comments with class (promotes listening to each other) 2. Think time-silence (wait time for all) 3. Brain write instead of brain storm 4. Reflection options – give time to think and process information; google classroom; end lessons with opportunities for reflection 5. Creative options for assessment opportunities What are some of your thoughts? What are some ideas that have worked in your classroom?
Introverts and Extroverts working together
How to care for extroverts and introverts: