g.+Chapter+7+-+Ten+Days+out+of+Ten

This chapter, Ten Days out of Ten, stresses that one of the hallmarks of effective teachers is that they create a positive atmosphere in both their schools and classrooms ten days out of ten. Teachers may not like all their students, but effective teachers act as if they do like all their students all the time. In addition, effective teachers understand the power of praise looking for opportunities to praise their students. This chapter outlines five elements that make praise work more effectively. Praise needs to be **//authentic//** meaning students should be praised for something that is genuine and true. Praise also needs to be **//specific//** acknowledging the behavior that is to be continued. In addition, praise should be **//immediate//** recognizing efforts in a timely manner. Praise should also be **//clean//** with no conditions attached. The fifth and final element of effectively giving praise is that praise should be given in **//private//**. Effective teachers recognize the value of modeling appropriate behavior both with students and coworkers. With both students and coworker there can never be too much nice!
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