Teacher-student relationship...
Published: 03:10 PM,Oct 23,2024 | EDITED : 07:10 PM,Oct 23,2024
It's been more than three decades for me in teaching in schools in India and Gulf countries. I have observed that the teaching community usually expects respect from students in any educational organisation. But there is a thin line, like an equator dividing the earth into two equal parts, between acquiring your students' respect and simply expecting it because we are the teaching fraternity.
The students are usually disillusioned as they are not clear about their habits. Many students adopt this habit while growing up. They respect their teachers most of the time for no reason. As a teacher, if you wish to develop your students' habit of respecting their teachers, mentors, elders,and parents as they get older, there are certain habits you need to unleash.
A teacher with authority needs to maintain discipline in a class and school. No doubt, it's a must for a teacher to imply timely discipline, but at the same time, it's essential not to be autocratic as a teacher while raising the students; no doubt, at times, it's the best and the most accessible mode of controlling the students and maintaining discipline. In the long run, it does not work, leading to lack of respect from students. Often, children experience that their voice is ignored, and they end up feeling that the teacher is not their well-wisher or guide. With experience, I can state that let the students have freedom, but ensure the boundary line is marked as it’s a learning age. So, let them make decisions by which they will learn from their mistakes. The student will surely understand, develop and groom himself with critical interpersonal skills and will respect the teacher.
Actions speak more than words. I believe observation is one of the modes of learning. A teacher must be a role model and a source of inspiration for the students inside and outside the school. The teacher must abide by the rules framed, which the students will undoubtedly follow. This will help students to understand the importance of honesty. It's straightforward... as a teacher, we should not expect our students to respect us if we don't follow and abide by the rules.
Trust and commitment play a vital role between the teacher and the student. It is like a rule or law. A teacher must always keep his/her word; only then they will be looked at with great respect and be loved and honoured. This will help as a stepping stone for a student in building respect.
A teacher must be a problem solver. A student should be able to approach the teacher without hesitation to get the solution. In contrast, the teacher must also remember that the student's potential of solving or facing the problem should not be hindered. The student will promote himself and develop the quality of an independent thinker, thus looking to you with notable respect.
The teacher must see and ensure that the interest and passion of students towards their field of life should not be hindered.
As teachers, we must show equal respect for feelings and thoughts, which will help students grow and become successful. Going against their interests will create discouragement. So, respect their interests, and you will be respected in return. This will lead to a special bond with your students.
At a particular age, a teacher should appropriately discuss sensitive topics. Healthy communication with your students will help you understand them much better. Make them comfortable by showing trust. By being open and honest, they will be comfortable discussing any topic, and thereby, you will tell your students that they can trust you with anything. This openness will stimulate respect and will strengthen the relationship with your students.
Show respect, give them time, listen, and respect their thoughts and feelings. This is one of the most important aspects as far as give and take of respect is concerned. One must treat the students with the respect which they deserve. If a teacher expects or wants that he should be respected, he must first show them respect. It’s nothing but a transformation of your mutual relationship with your students.
The students are usually disillusioned as they are not clear about their habits. Many students adopt this habit while growing up. They respect their teachers most of the time for no reason. As a teacher, if you wish to develop your students' habit of respecting their teachers, mentors, elders,and parents as they get older, there are certain habits you need to unleash.
A teacher with authority needs to maintain discipline in a class and school. No doubt, it's a must for a teacher to imply timely discipline, but at the same time, it's essential not to be autocratic as a teacher while raising the students; no doubt, at times, it's the best and the most accessible mode of controlling the students and maintaining discipline. In the long run, it does not work, leading to lack of respect from students. Often, children experience that their voice is ignored, and they end up feeling that the teacher is not their well-wisher or guide. With experience, I can state that let the students have freedom, but ensure the boundary line is marked as it’s a learning age. So, let them make decisions by which they will learn from their mistakes. The student will surely understand, develop and groom himself with critical interpersonal skills and will respect the teacher.
Actions speak more than words. I believe observation is one of the modes of learning. A teacher must be a role model and a source of inspiration for the students inside and outside the school. The teacher must abide by the rules framed, which the students will undoubtedly follow. This will help students to understand the importance of honesty. It's straightforward... as a teacher, we should not expect our students to respect us if we don't follow and abide by the rules.
Trust and commitment play a vital role between the teacher and the student. It is like a rule or law. A teacher must always keep his/her word; only then they will be looked at with great respect and be loved and honoured. This will help as a stepping stone for a student in building respect.
A teacher must be a problem solver. A student should be able to approach the teacher without hesitation to get the solution. In contrast, the teacher must also remember that the student's potential of solving or facing the problem should not be hindered. The student will promote himself and develop the quality of an independent thinker, thus looking to you with notable respect.
The teacher must see and ensure that the interest and passion of students towards their field of life should not be hindered.
As teachers, we must show equal respect for feelings and thoughts, which will help students grow and become successful. Going against their interests will create discouragement. So, respect their interests, and you will be respected in return. This will lead to a special bond with your students.
At a particular age, a teacher should appropriately discuss sensitive topics. Healthy communication with your students will help you understand them much better. Make them comfortable by showing trust. By being open and honest, they will be comfortable discussing any topic, and thereby, you will tell your students that they can trust you with anything. This openness will stimulate respect and will strengthen the relationship with your students.
Show respect, give them time, listen, and respect their thoughts and feelings. This is one of the most important aspects as far as give and take of respect is concerned. One must treat the students with the respect which they deserve. If a teacher expects or wants that he should be respected, he must first show them respect. It’s nothing but a transformation of your mutual relationship with your students.