Humanists theories - Classroom 2.02024-03-29T01:12:46Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/humanists-theories?feed=yes&xn_auth=noI love the humanists. And Mas…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-15:649749:Comment:9034282013-01-15T22:23:25.813ZKeeley Knowleshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/KeeleyKnowles
<p>I love the humanists. And Maslow. The 'self-actualisation' could be problematic though in as much as nothing stays the same. It is impossible. If it were possible (if) to reach an absolute state of self-actualisation, sudden and dramatic life changes could set a person back unless self-actualisation means that a person is permanently beyond the realms of the other stages. It might also become boring, being self-actualised. Not to mention lonely! That could certainly knock you back.</p>
<p>I love the humanists. And Maslow. The 'self-actualisation' could be problematic though in as much as nothing stays the same. It is impossible. If it were possible (if) to reach an absolute state of self-actualisation, sudden and dramatic life changes could set a person back unless self-actualisation means that a person is permanently beyond the realms of the other stages. It might also become boring, being self-actualised. Not to mention lonely! That could certainly knock you back.</p> Hi all,
Maslow's first three…tag:www.classroom20.com,2013-01-13:649749:Comment:9025332013-01-13T21:34:50.090ZRoland Baggotthttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/RolandBaggott
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<p>Maslow's first three hierarchy levels I think we can all agree are real, sensible and the foundation of good student learning opportunities. The fourth level 'self-esteem' is really about getting students comfortable challenging themselves going forward, maybe into a new area. For this Maslow explains it is important that a teacher make growth choices positively attractive for students.</p>
<p>If agreeing that urging and supporting students to take managed risks is…</p>
<p>Hi all,</p>
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<p>Maslow's first three hierarchy levels I think we can all agree are real, sensible and the foundation of good student learning opportunities. The fourth level 'self-esteem' is really about getting students comfortable challenging themselves going forward, maybe into a new area. For this Maslow explains it is important that a teacher make growth choices positively attractive for students.</p>
<p>If agreeing that urging and supporting students to take managed risks is part of a teachers' role, then yes there is value in its effort with low risk of drawbacks. I suggest the highest risk is if for students who do not achieve the new area goals .. </p>
<p>Roland Baggott</p>
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