Using Reflection to Build Strong Teacher-Student Relationships

Throughout the school year, we as teachers focus on building relationships between teachers and students. These teacher-student relationships create an in-class dynamic that supports the social and academic development of students, and often makes the work in the classroom, especially for classroom management, easier.  But as we close out a…

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One Simple Way to Build an Inclusive Classroom Community

How do teachers build an inclusive classroom environment? Building a strong rapport with our students provides a foundation for student engagement, a sense of comfort and belonging, reduced off-task behavior, and increased learning. Studies have shown that the more high-quality relationships students have with their teachers, the better their engagement…

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