All Topics are Inspired by The Distance Learning Playbook for Parents (Wiseman, Fisher, Frey, Hattie 2021)
This involves being mindful of how your actions, guidance, and the learning environment you create at home
influence your child’s academic progress. It’s about recognizing that the way you engage with their learnin
provide support, and encourage their growth directly affects their success.
Evaluating your impact means paying close attention to how your child responds to their schoolwork. You refle
on questions like:
Are they motivated and engaged in their learning?
What areas are they excelling in, and where are they finding challenge?
How does your involvement—whether through discussions, help with homework, or fostering a positive learning
environment—contribute to their growth?
This reflection helps you make adjustments, whether it’s offering more support, providing new learning opportunities, or celebrating their achievements.
As an evaluator, you partner with your child’s teachers to understand their academic strengths and areas for
improvement. By staying informed and involved, you can assess how your efforts at home align with what
they’re learning in school and collaborate to create a consistent, supportive environment.
It’s not just about looking for struggles; it’s also about recognizing and celebrating the progress your child
makes. When they achieve milestones, you take time to acknowledge their hard work and reflect on the role y
played in encouraging their growth.
Being an evaluator means remaining flexible in your approach to supporting your child’s learning. If somethi
isn’t working—whether it’s a routine, a study method, or even the way you communicate—you adapt. Your
evaluation helps you understand what your child needs to thrive and allows you to adjust your support
accordingly.