• • Step 1: Read EdWeek excerpt:  

An instrumental focus involves a limited, one-way relationship in which teachers cull bits of information about students specifically to motivate them to behave well and focus on teacher-directed tasks. The relationships "were structured as a controlled means to a particular end: student compliance."  

A reciprocal focus require[s] teachers to gather complex information and develop a holistic understanding of their students, inviting the students to grapple with content and problems together. "These students not only learned to think for themselves, but also had adults who affirmed and responded to their thoughts and experiences. Such interactions prepared them to engage with authority figures, and to someday hold positions of authority themselves." 

• • Step 2: Classify the Mindsets and Moves (Slide 1 - Jamboard)

  • Step 3: Add to the Jamboard & Discuss: (Slide 2- Jamboard ) 

    • Here’s What

      • What “a-has” do you have about your individual and collective practices?

      • In your day to day with students, name an example of where you are finding success with reciprocal relationships. 

    • Now What?

      • What are some specific ways to make your relationships with students more reciprocal?