221. 5 Ways to Have High Expectations and Still Have Strong Connections with Your Students

Are you constantly swinging between being the “fun teacher” and the “strict teacher”, all before lunchtime? In this episode, we’re tackling one of the trickiest balancing acts in teaching: how to hold high expectations for your students while also making them feel genuinely seen and cared for. We’re diving into the concept of being a “warm demander”, the (unfortunately named but totally essential) teaching strategy where high standards and strong relationships go hand in hand.

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Related Episodes to Enjoy:

• Episode 75, Classroom Procedures and Expectations: How They Differ and How to Teach Them
• Episode 97, 3 Secrets for Using Your Classroom Seating Arrangement to Boost Classroom Management
• Episode 163, The 6 Key Ways to Boost Student Engagement Every Day
• Episode 219, How to Build a Classroom Community That Lasts All Year

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