How to use recess time more effectively in schools
Relevant for: Teachers and School principals. A typical recess time in our schools goes with this understanding: Students need a break to eat something. They need to go outside the class and play for sometimes so they can refocus later in the day. Teachers need a break to feed themselves so they can also get through the day. In some schools teachers do recess duty to look after discipline during break time. But how effective is this time used? Can we look at using it differently and can we use it more effectively? I believe we can. Recess or break time can be used to develop social skills, emotional management and for relationship building. Outdoor physical activities are an ideal time to develop social and emotional learning. Playgrounds are the best space to build positive relationships. Sometimes it is done unconsciously while other times proper instruction and preparation is required. During recess, teacher can get involved in the activity/game/play that the student...