Encouraging self-esteem

Any student may suffer a lack of self-esteem, but this can be a particular problem for disabled students. Consider how you can help maintain a positive outlook in your students during times of heavy workload.

Area to check

• Inclusive teaching - Preparing to teach inclusively - Sustaining self-esteem and motivation

1. Using these resources
2. Staff development
   1. People's assumptions
   2. Communicating effectively
   3. Use of language
   4. Providing individual support
   5. Accessible learning materials
   6. Encouraging self-esteem
   7. Barriers in an environment
   8. Group work
   9. Practical-based activities
   10. Assessment
   11. Alternative assessment
   12. Procedures for communicating with academic staff
   13. Facilitating disclosure
   14. Disability Discrimination Act: Your responsibilities
   15. Finding out about your institution
   16. Recording your personal development
3. Help
4. Site customisation