Curiosity Wednesday Takeaways by

2025-08-27 07:28:24 UTC

Passive vs Productive vs Content Creation

Helping the child and family understand that there different ways to interact in the digital space. To limit the Passive consumption and channel the energies to more productive ways.

2025-08-27 07:34:34 UTC

For PCTC, getting students to curate their portfolio digitally so that there is intention in content creation, supported with pictures of artefacts. This helps to build student voice and autonomy.

zailany_findy_safie — 2025-08-27 07:43:13 UTC

Keeping more lines of communication open. Perhaps I will try setup a mailbox for students to write anonymously to me (maybe a virtual one!) for them to ask me about anything or just chitchat. Sometimes they just need another avenue to vent.

2025-08-27 07:44:06 UTC

To tell them that they are appreciated regardless of how well they do academically. Also highlighting their strengths in other non academic subjects to boost their morale.

2025-08-27 07:46:54 UTC

To show parents that we genuinely care about their child like the child was one of our own. Even any negative criticisms from us is for the good of the child's future development.

2025-08-27 07:50:38 UTC

Is it possible to offer a similar talk by Delia to parents? Invite interested parents who want to/will benefit/learn from hearing from a 3rd party. They have heard from teachers, their own children and sometimes even school leaders. It may have surprising effects hearing from an NGO.

2025-08-27 07:51:50 UTC

We, as teachers, may sometimes have more effective influence on the child, especially for parents who possess less effective parenting skills. I'll get parents to update me if their child is showing defiance and being rude to them. I'll then have a conversation with the child to make them see the correct behaviour towards their parents.

2025-08-27 07:59:01 UTC

Be present. Provide a listening ear, even though we don’t have solutions for all their challenges.

2025-08-27 08:34:00 UTC

Have a good talk w the children. Important for them to know that we care.

Esp w the rise of Companion AI- FTF interaction is important.

sarimah_sainin — 2025-08-27 08:34:38 UTC

Always stay observant of what is happening in class, as small matters can feel significant to pupils.

2025-08-27 08:34:43 UTC

Create a safe and non-threatening environment for our students to share their concerns about learning or even about their home situation.

2025-08-27 08:34:49 UTC

ParentEd podcast is a useful resource for me to share with parents who may be struggling to find info on how to parent better, especially if they are first time parents.

2025-08-27 08:34:51 UTC

This talks will greatly benefit our Parent Support Group.

2025-08-27 08:35:01 UTC

We need to uderstand the changing dynamics of our students. That students, our children are also hurting from the change in their family dynamics. It is important to support them better during this time

2025-08-27 08:35:04 UTC

The importance of not just checking in with children, but be very sensitive to the answers they are giving and if need be, to probe more.

2025-08-27 08:35:10 UTC

She mentioned “resources from the community to the parents.” How can we refer those resources to the parents?

Also, it would be nice to invite her to give a talk to the parents too?

Stella_Ho — 2025-08-27 08:35:26 UTC

It’s not the children’s fault that they are addicted to mobile devices. It’s the way of life for them because of the circumstances. Parents need to be more aware of the consequences of excessive screen times and make the effort to reduce it for the sake of the children.

2025-08-27 08:35:30 UTC

To look beyond my assumptions of parents not caring, and understand that sometimes perhaps what they have given their child is the best they could afford to.

Empathy not just with the children but also with the parents.

2025-08-27 08:35:30 UTC

Helping the child identify their support relationship n type of support so that the child is aware of who they can turn to in times of need.

2025-08-27 08:35:46 UTC

Take the time to listen. Listen with Empathy.

2025-08-27 08:35:47 UTC

Be present, don't judge. More ways of communication to cater to students personalities

2025-08-27 08:35:51 UTC

Collective plan to support the child. Instead of just calling them to “complain”.

2025-08-27 08:35:53 UTC

letting the child know he is seen and heard

2025-08-27 08:35:55 UTC

Danger of Companion A1

Something to be aware n lookout for in our students who may use it.

2025-08-27 08:35:59 UTC

To give space for children / students to calibrate their own risks instead of us deciding what activities should be avoided / pursued for them.

2025-08-27 08:36:02 UTC

Check in / reflections with students. Can get them to write anonymously too

2025-08-27 08:36:03 UTC

We can get ideas from PV what do parents actually want from PCTC and PTM session.

2025-08-27 08:36:05 UTC

Be more understanding and to not jump to conclusions for any matter.

Always listen to the students and do own due diligence before make any informed decision

2025-08-27 08:36:07 UTC

Encourage better parent teacher engagement by checking in on students via parents *once at least once a semester

2025-08-27 08:36:10 UTC

One new insight: Healthy relationships foster emotional maturity in children, leading to positive behaviour and lasting change.

2025-08-27 08:36:11 UTC

Would it be possible to conducting parenting workshops/talks for parents? I think these may be useful for them.

2025-08-27 08:36:11 UTC

Update parents as and when necessary. Do not wait till things to get out of hand.

2025-08-27 08:36:13 UTC

- The high divorce rate up to 25%

- 1 in 4 marriages with non citizens

-club sandwich parents our students may have

-possible underlying reason for procrastination

2025-08-27 08:36:17 UTC

spare them some time and provide a listening ear. Show them you are genuine in wanting to help them.

2025-08-27 08:36:19 UTC

Talk to them, understand the situation, and remember that they are trying their best to be parents.

2025-08-27 08:36:20 UTC

The shift and changed in what makes a family

2025-08-27 08:36:20 UTC

Take time to speak to these children, and where possible, step in to help in areas which we can.

ayatollahksalleh — 2025-08-27 08:36:22 UTC

By letting them feel and see that we are genuine in all of our interactions with them.

2025-08-27 08:36:25 UTC

Listen deeper to the enquiries or concerns raised to see if there’s any other underlying issues. Prompt replies or getting back to parents once we have the facts etc.

2025-08-27 08:36:48 UTC

We need to be aware of the profile of students that we have. Know that they are facing many issues at home. The prevalence of social media and the internet makes things worse.

ayatollahksalleh — 2025-08-27 08:37:05 UTC

Speak to them beyond classwork. Let them know we are there for them.

Noorkiah — 2025-08-27 08:37:09 UTC

The importance of fostering emotional connection - intentionally spending time together.

huang_yan — 2025-08-27 08:39:24 UTC

Observe students’ behaviour closely and have frequent conversations with them to find out more.

2025-08-27 08:39:35 UTC

Many parents of this generation may lack parenting skills or face challenges of their own. Teachers can share with parents various coping strategies to relate to their children or how to support them in their studies. For parents who don’t know where to seek help from, school can bring in partner organisations or agencies to support these families.

2025-08-27 08:40:40 UTC

Listen without judgment when students want to share.

Acknowledge their feelings and let them know you care.

Celebrate Small Successes： Recognize effort, resilience, and progress, even in small steps.

2025-08-27 08:43:22 UTC

Giving time to hear the parents out instead of just rattling on and on about what we want the parents to do. Being open to listen and show empathy often opens up a lot opportunities for true connection.

kirk_bee_har — 2025-08-27 08:43:35 UTC

Maintain composure and speak in a calm, gentle tone. Provide the student with space when needed and refrain from engaging in power struggles. At times, a simple non-verbal cue—such as lightly placing a hand on the desk or giving a reassuring look—can be more effective than verbal intervention.

2025-08-27 08:43:42 UTC

We teacher can partner parents through communication, respect, shared goals, and collaboration, fostering trust and support to maximize our student’s growth and potential.

2025-08-27 08:48:07 UTC

To give this talk to the targeted parents whose children have behavioural problems, school refusal, passive learner and etc so as to support them in guiding their kids.

2025-08-27 08:49:28 UTC

To have empathy towards the children. Find out more about what they might be going through, so we can better help them.