[header] How to interpersonally relate to students [title] Create an atmosphere of fairness, honesty and mutual respect. [step] If these values are not a part of your teacher/student relationship, you cannot hope to succeed. As difficult as it may be at times, try to control any feeling of dislike you have for a student.
[header] How to interpersonally relate to students [title] Create an atmosphere of fairness, honesty and mutual respect. [step] If these values are not a part of your teacher/student relationship, you cannot hope to succeed. As difficult as it may be at times, try to control any feeling of dislike you have for a student.
[substeps] Though it may be difficult to feel a sense of jealousy toward your student, be fair with yourself. Recognize that your feelings towards the student are valid. Ignoring and denying any feelings of jealousy will only intensify your jealousy. [substeps] In other words, do not mimic the parent or adult's attitude toward students. It's better if students come to you with their disappointment, reassure them that you will help them, and that they are a good student. [substeps] As a teacher/student relationship progresses, your personality shifts between being patient, empathic, polite and attentive. Work to overcome any prejudice you have toward a particular student or type of student. Treat each new day as a chance to begin again if you've had a bad experience with a student.