"Anonymity in the Classroom: One Teacher's Innovative Approach to Helping Students Open Up" In a bid to create a safe and non-judgmental space for her students, high school teacher Krystalyn Musselman has turned to an unlikely tool: an anonymous question box. The worn cardboard box, which has become a staple in her classroom at Tecumseh Public Schools, allows students to submit their most pressing questions and concerns without fear of reprisal or embarrassment. By providing a platform for students to express themselves freely, Musselman aims to foster a culture of trust and empathy, where her students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. But what kind of questions are students asking, and how is this innovative approach impacting the learning experience?
Krystalyn Musselman holds a worn cardboard box up to the screen on our Zoom call. It’s the anonymous question box she relies on to field queries from high schoolers at Tecumseh Public Schools in ...