One of Gargeyi’s strengths is her emotional intelligence. She creates an atmosphere of safety, using phrases like “It’s okay,” “We’re all here to learn,” and “You can just give me a thumbs up.” These reassuring phrases, coupled with real-time encouragement and gentle humor, build a sense of belonging and comfort. Her patience as students work through tricky problems shows that she prioritizes learning over speed. By inviting students to engage in “grouping like terms” and using memory tricks and visual scanning techniques, she gently strengthens their confidence without making them feel overwhelmed. Students like Ziming and Hope were clearly motivated to keep going even when they second-guessed themselves.
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