RELATIONSHIPS “Relationships in teaching are the key; teachers truly are the curriculum”. 1. What do Students Need and Want from Teachers? - feelings of being cared and respected - fairness - safety - trustworthiness - sense of humour - achievable challenges
*Reflect on your abilities to provide these elements to students 2. What do Teachers Need and Want from Students? - energy and enthusiasm - curiosity - taking responsibility - persistence and doing one’s best work - collaboration and cooperation - a sense of fun in learning and working - opportunities for varied curriculum, instructional strategies - to make a difference
*Reflect on your communication of these expectations to students, your holding students accountable for them and your reinforcement and feedback when they are exhibited.
3. What students need and want from teachers. - energy and enthusiasm - support and challenge - an environment conducive to learning - opportunities to extend and expand their learning. 17 EFFECTIVE MIDDLE SCHOOLING: Julie Boyd 2010
