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- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A student’s well-being, ie, how happy and successful a child is at school is dependant on more than IQ. A happy child usually outperforms a miserable child. Children who are extremely bright academically often do not achieve as well as they should and parents wonder why?
Perhaps a high IQ and a low level of EQ ( is the answer. The difference between a happy child who does well and a child who lacks the effort to try may very well be the lack of EQ – Emotional Intelligence (know-how). Unlike IQ, EQ can be learned through the specific teaching of practical strategies.
Every child would benefit from being taught strategies to help them cope better emotionally and socially, thereby enabling them to boost their confidence and levels of comfort and happiness.
There are four components of Emotional Intelligence that need to be taught to fully develop a child’s ability to function successfully.
Firstly, levels of EQ can affect how a child sees himself/herself personally. The way a child feels, thinks and acts, or reacts to situations is linked to their level of Self Awareness. Their emotions and feelings influence their behaviour, resulting in their levels of self esteem, body image and confidence.
Secondly, Emotional Intelligence can also affect the success or failure a child’s experiences with their friends and other relationships. A lack of EQ can often be described by teachers, when talking to parents about their child, as poor Social Skills. The difficulty some children face in getting along with others and choosing good friends and maintaining healthy relationships is determined by their level of Social Awareness.
Thirdly, how a child completes tasks and manages himself/herself is called Self Management. Often children with low levels of EQ are disorganized, lack careful planning and leave homework, projects etc to the last minute, often losing important marks for adequate research, layout and presentation. They are unaware that they can use certain techniques to help them plan, strive and work towards achieving good marks for their work.
Fourthly, how a child is able to cope with the daily pressures of school life is determined by their level of Adaptability. Perseverance, resilience, flexibility and positive attitudes all play a very important role in how a child adapts to change and loss or grief. Being resilient and able to deal with life’s experiences in a positive way is crucial to student happiness.
About the author
Margaret is prepared to teach these Seminars on Saturday afternoons (3 hour sessions) or Sundays during the School Term. For more information on Ifkids Seminars, visit www.ifkids.com.au.
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