Rethinking Praise

What are we really communicating when we tell children they’re “good”? In this episode, Laura explores the impact of praise and challenges us to think about the language we use every day with young children. We explore the difference between judging children and noticing what they have actually done and how small shifts towards more meaningful, observational language can support children to recognise their own efforts, choices and learning. "Perhaps the aim isn’t to praise less. It’s to notice more." This is also a popular topic within Laura’s professional development and training, where she explores how the language we use can shape children’s experiences and the way they see themselves as learners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.