Importance of Praising students and its benefits

Praising students in the classrooms is a tool that motivates students towards performing better in school. Acknowledging a student for a good job they have done in school is a path towards their educational achievement.  Many teachers are often confused as to what to do to make their students put their effort in learning or to encourage them to conquer their fears about a subject or any topic. It is observed that the mindset a learner has about their intelligence takes a toll on their learning process. A student who thinks he or she is not smart enough often ends up not learning properly as opposed to someone who thinks they are smart.

There are many ways to praise students in class:

• Saying phrases in praise of students 
• Rewarding students
• Recognizing their effort
• Applaud loudly in class

Effects of praise on student behavior in the classroom:

Praise can have an outstanding impact on the student behavior in the classroom. Effective praises can improve the overall learning scenario of the classroom. Teachers should focus on praising students for their efforts and working strategies and not their intelligence.

·        changing students' belief

·        helping students cope with failure

·        encouraging learning

·        increased effort from students

·        students seek challenges

·        look at failures as opportunities to learn