Canadian Journal of School Psychology, Feb 25, 2014
Shyness may play a significant role in children’s socio-emotional and cognitive competence in the... more Shyness may play a significant role in children’s socio-emotional and cognitive competence in the classroom. This qualitative study investigated elementary school teachers’ perceptions of the concept of shyness in their students. In particular, we explored teachers’ perceptions regarding the role that gender plays in shy children’s behaviours, and their suggestions for educational strategies for shy girls and boys to improve their socio-communicative competence and socio-emotional literacy. Twelve elementary school teachers (10 female, 2 male) participated in interviews about their thoughts/beliefs and feelings/attitudes regarding their experiences with shy girls and boys in the classroom. Overall, findings point to differences in teachers’ perceptions of shyness in boys and girls in the classroom, and suggest that some teachers perceive that shyness may be particularly problematic for boys. Findings are discussed in terms of inclusive and holistic educational programs that promote emotional and social competence among all children.
DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), May 1, 2014
Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along w... more Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along with other Canadians, we are committed to supporting its restoratio
Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along w... more Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along with other Canadians, we are committed to supporting its restoratio
Canadian Journal of School Psychology, Feb 25, 2014
Shyness may play a significant role in children’s socio-emotional and cognitive competence in the... more Shyness may play a significant role in children’s socio-emotional and cognitive competence in the classroom. This qualitative study investigated elementary school teachers’ perceptions of the concept of shyness in their students. In particular, we explored teachers’ perceptions regarding the role that gender plays in shy children’s behaviours, and their suggestions for educational strategies for shy girls and boys to improve their socio-communicative competence and socio-emotional literacy. Twelve elementary school teachers (10 female, 2 male) participated in interviews about their thoughts/beliefs and feelings/attitudes regarding their experiences with shy girls and boys in the classroom. Overall, findings point to differences in teachers’ perceptions of shyness in boys and girls in the classroom, and suggest that some teachers perceive that shyness may be particularly problematic for boys. Findings are discussed in terms of inclusive and holistic educational programs that promote emotional and social competence among all children.
DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), May 1, 2014
Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along w... more Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along with other Canadians, we are committed to supporting its restoratio
Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along w... more Although I have lived most of my life in Canada, Afghanistan is my family’s homeland and, along with other Canadians, we are committed to supporting its restoratio
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