Based on, Positive Feedback and Ratio of Interactions: A Research Summary by Safe & Civil Schools, "There is evidence in the research literature that positive feedback and a 3:1 (at a minimum) ratio of positive to negative interactions works to motivate students."

According to the author of Fostering a Strong Community in a Virtual Classroom, "Cultivating a culture of trust in the shared virtual space involves building relationships and helping students build empathy and understanding for each other and you."

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Based on the article, Gratitude: A Powerful Tool for Your Classroom, "Recent research by two leaders in the field of gratitude and education, Dr. Robert Emmons and Dr. Jeffrey Froh, supports the idea that gratitude improves the lives of students and adults."

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Based on the information provided by the author of Why Good Educators Are Lifelong Learners, "When educators take courses outside of professional development and collaborate, they discover creative teaching methods. Teachers who put their heads together to come up with innovative ideas to use in teaching achieve better student outcomes than outdated teaching methods."

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Visit John Sowash's YouTube channel for practical ideas on integrating technology in the classroom:

Check out Katherine Panczner's video tutorial on creating a Bitmoji classroom

Based on the information provided on 5 Reasons You Should Seek Your Own Student Feedback, "By finding out what learning activities students like the most and least about your class, you’ll get better at designing lessons that really engage them."