Ten Ways to Establish a Healthy Environment for Learning and Progress

I read a great article titled Got HELP? Ten Ways to Establish a Healthy Environment for Learning and Progress. It discusses strategies to build a trusting, respecting, tolerant and comforting climate in the classroom. I will lay out the 10 strategies, but I encourage you to read the article here to see further discussion.

1. Know the Students--Know what the students' strong points are and build them. Talk to parents, coaches, and supervisors about the students.
2. Boost Credibility--Have command of the material. Be aware of popular culture.
3. Show Respect--Be prepared and prompt; Use time wisely.
4. Keep Out of Students' Personal Space--Don't reach into their space to take anything from them. Keep everyone's safety in mind.
5. Soften the Directives--Don't threaten students. Don't force situations.
6. Show Empathy--Understand students' backgrounds and home lives. Personalize education.
7. Be an Advocate--Give students a voice. Offer needed advice and guidance. Use data to better understand students.
8. Be Genuine--Let the students know who you are. Incorporate life experiences into the lessons.
9. Be Reasonable--Be sure rules make sense. Discuss expectations.
10. Move!--Teach from all areas. Keep students active.

Just felt these were 10 great strategies to build a successful classroom.