I really don't understand why anyone would have a problem connecting with his/her audience. I want to jump to social dysfunction diagnoses. Talking at student (not connecting) is not fun. I can't see that as being very enjoyable for anyone.
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Being Relational as a Teacher
A teacher relates to a student by connecting with him/her. This is done by acknowledging the child's existence. That last bit made me smile. "Show me a teacher who doesn't acknowledge his/her student's existence," my brain shouts internally. My first reaction is to reject it out of hand because I believe that is what makes a bad teacher; not relating to students is on par (in my mind) with instructing incorrect content. And if that's a sound judgment, then why would any teacher be guilty of doing this?
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Well, I agree with you about the need for a teacher to positively relate with his/her students. It is part and parcel to effective teacher dispositions. For most teachers, they would heartily agree. Perhaps some might agree but struggle with application of the philosophy. And, in truth, I have met a few teachers who are just 'done' with teaching and it shows.
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