Primary-grade teachers can decrease the chances of children developing learned helplessness by providing activities that are
◦ able to be reasonably accomplished, allowing children to experience the satisfaction that comes from a job well done.
◦ easy for children so they are successful often, thereby avoiding failure altogether.
◦ both easy and difficult, presenting students with challenges and successes that build a sense of accomplishment.
◦ difficult but can be accomplished through scaffolding and direct teaching, to create a sense of accomplishment.