Nagham Alsamari Published on: 26/10/2025Communication is a key pillar of resilience. These 3 shifts help leaders reduce confusion, build trust, and lead teams with clarity and calm.
Nagham AlsamariInstead of focusing on rigid classroom rules, let’s shift to collaborative expectations. Adults often break rules themselves, so it’s unfair to expect children to follow them flawlessly. By building expectations together as a learning community, keeping them simple, and modeling positive behavior, we help students learn and remember them better. Praise the positive actions, practice regularly, and make learning enjoyable. “Expecrulations” is a blend of rules and expectations, highlighting the importance of mutual understanding and cooperation in creating a positive classroom environment.
Nagham AlsamariAddressing classroom behavior effectively requires understanding rather than punishment. When asked about handling misbehavior, I emphasized the importance of empathy and connection. Like a doctor diagnosing a patient, teachers should seek to understand the reasons behind a student’s actions before responding. By modeling kindness and patience, educators can show they are in charge and build positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
