Applicable Education: Help Them ‘LearnTheir Way Out’
Since homelessness is both a state of mind and a state of being, both perspective and circumstances need to be addressed accordingly, and to do so, an effective teacher must reach out to each student and— 1) arouse interest 2) elevate the mind 3) inspire the spirit 4) spark creativity 5) encourage exploration 6) generate discussion 7) utilize variety 8) measure improvement 9) focus on potential and 10) strive to make every interaction a positive one. *Such is the goal of Out of the Dust Life-Coaching classroom.
Author & speaker Brene’ Brown said, “Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.”
Researcher James P. Comer said, "No significant learning occurs without a significant relationship."