What To Do When Your Student Says “I’m Stupid!”

“For students with learning differences, empathy is more powerful than any skill or strategy. These kids are often trying harder than their peers and are frequently less successful. They feel different. They crave connections. Empathy cuts through suffering. It allows us to connect, motivate, and craft more responsive instruction.”

http://www.baytreelearning.com/blog/2014/07/22/empathy-alert-teacher-cares/