Do you ever feel like a student you are working with is in a rut or having trouble reaching their goals? Maybe you just want to give them an extra push to accomplish a task. Here are 5 simple tips to help encourage students:
1. Change up the tools, toys or activities that you are doing. It may be just as simple as approaching the skill using a different tool or material.
2. Change the environment. Perhaps trying accomplishing the skill outdoors, in a quiet room or with a peer.
3. Be positive. If you assure the student that they have the ability to accomplish the goal you will provide them with the ability to believe in themselves. The power of positive feelings can go a long way. Check out Positive Affirmation Posters and Cards to provide your students with a visual reminder.
4. Change your teaching style. If you are only providing verbal directions, perhaps offer a demonstration or a visual picture of what the student needs to accomplish. If you are always offering verbal feedback, perhaps try diminishing how often you provide feedback to see if that makes a difference.
5. Offer rewards. Some students respond very well to a reward system. You can read more on rewards and motivation in previous blogposts - Positive Reinforcement, Fine Motor Rewards, and Ways to Motivate Children in Therapy.
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