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When thinking back on how to build positive relationships with students, I distinctly remember my first year in the classroom. It was a few months after I graduated from college. All the best teaching methods, theories, and strategies to reach my students were still fresh in my mind. I made sure I implemented all my teaching practices in every lesson to make them the most effective and engaging. As the first quarter blew in and blew out, I felt this notable disconnect. This is when I realized the importance of student teacher relationships. While I certainly spent time getting to know my students in the first few weeks of school, I had to ask myself, \u201cDo I really know<\/i> them? Or do I just see <\/i>them as \u2018Trent in 1st period\u2019?\u201d Keep reading for tips I used to build stronger connections with my students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the importance of student teacher relationships<\/strong><\/span>?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teachers who support their students in their learning environment can positively impact their social and academic outcomes, which is important for the long-term trajectory of school and eventually employment. Research<\/a> consistently underscores the pivotal role of building strong relationships in the classroom. As the teacher in your classroom, you have the capability to set the precedence with expectations. If you form a positive teacher student relationship and have high expectations, your classroom will follow suit and become a positive and supportive space with motivational learners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The association between academic improvement and a positive teacher student relationship is students\u2019 motivation and desire to learn. When students demonstrate a genuine connection with their teachers, it paves the way for a positive learning environment where growth flourishes effortlessly. Positive, warm, and close teacher student relationships lead to more motivation and engagement in school, which can improve their academic achievement. Whether you teach elementary, middle, or high school, fostering meaningful connections between teachers and students goes beyond mere academic progress\u2014it’s a cornerstone for student achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7 Ways to build a positive student teacher relationship<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all when it comes to building relationships with our students. Every student has a unique story. Therefore, every student deserves a unique relationship with you. Let\u2019s look at how you can begin to build those unique builds positive relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Say hello and goodbye every single day<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This may seem like common sense, but it’s easy to forget how far a simple greeting can go for students. Make this a special part of the day. Consider making this unique for each student or class period with handshakes, dances, and gestures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Call home for good behavior more often than bad<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Set a goal aside every week to pick a handful of students, record their names in a notebook or digitally with a kind memo, and make a phone call home on Fridays to tell their parents It will take 10 minutes, but the impact is everlasting. Those students will come to school on Monday filled with contagious giddiness and gratitude!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Student letters and questionnaires<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Allow students to complete a first day of class questionnaire to get to know them better. Read through the responses and save them to reference later. Surprise them with a sweet treat or spark a conversation about their interests! This will also help teachers better understand their students’ interests outside of academics, which is key to building meaningful relationships with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Build your own survey on Nearpod by including different types of activities and assessments into a lesson and assigning it to students. Use a Collaborate Board to have all students participate in a discussion together. You can also use Open-Ended Questions and Polls to dive deeper into questions. Additionally, Nearpod has premade icebreaker activities and surveys you can share to boost student teacher relationships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Let students inside your world<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When exploring how to build positive relationships with students, consider taking students on a Virtual Reality (VR) Field Trip<\/a> to anywhere in the world. One idea is to visit places you\u2019ve been or where you\u2019re from. Provide them with content about your culture and your interests. Who knows!? Maybe you have a few things in common!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Believe they will do great things<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Give them content with high academic student engagement<\/a> and rigor and when they need your support, be there – genuinely and wholeheartedly believe they can do it. Use Nearpod Post-Session Reports to keep track of student progress. This is essential to maintaining a strong relationship with your students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Be authentic and have fun!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Students will LOVE to see the fun side of you and laugh with you. Make time for fun learning moments in your classroom that you and your students will truly enjoy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can teach with a\u00a0Flocabulary lesson<\/a>. Want to sing along? Dance? Do it! Also, Nearpod’s Time to Climb<\/a> gamified learning activity that boosts student engagement and learning. I\u2019m sure it will be a lesson they won\u2019t forget!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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