The document outlines strategies for improving teacher-student communication. Good communication is important for strengthening relationships and academic success. The strategies discussed include regularly communicating clearly with an open-door policy, providing feedback, setting objectives, and engaging students through interactive activities and small group work. Both teachers and students should aim to understand each other, build trust, and encourage participation and feedback to enhance communication and student learning.
The document outlines strategies for improving teacher-student communication. Good communication is important for strengthening relationships and academic success. The strategies discussed include regularly communicating clearly with an open-door policy, providing feedback, setting objectives, and engaging students through interactive activities and small group work. Both teachers and students should aim to understand each other, build trust, and encourage participation and feedback to enhance communication and student learning.
The document outlines strategies for improving teacher-student communication. Good communication is important for strengthening relationships and academic success. The strategies discussed include regularly communicating clearly with an open-door policy, providing feedback, setting objectives, and engaging students through interactive activities and small group work. Both teachers and students should aim to understand each other, build trust, and encourage participation and feedback to enhance communication and student learning.
Importance of Teacher- Student communication • Good communication skills strengthen the relationship among the students and teachers by improving the level of understanding among teacher and students (Loss, 2000). • Effective teaching not only depends upon the knowledge base of the teacher but also it is related with method and style of teacher communication skills (Khan, Khan, Islam & khan,2017). • Good communication skills not only important for teacher but it is also important for students for their academic success (Sng Bee 2012). Strategies for teacher in improving communication • Communicate Regularly • Clarity in Communication • Keep an Open-Door Policy- Consistent communication and open dialogue require regular access. • Offer Opportunities for Feedback • Set Objectives-Communication is good, but communication with a purpose is better. • Establish Trust Cont. • Initiating Interactive Activities to Increase Engagement • Giving Prompt Feedback to Students • Encourage them to speak their minds Teacher’s Approach • Get to know the students by name as quickly as possible. • Get to know some personal things about each student. • Conduct a values analysis discussion about some current event or topic. • Provide positive comments when appropriate. • Be positive and enthusiastic when teaching. Cont. • Show students that you are not only interested in them but also that you care about them. • Avoid the use of threats and punishment. • Do not play favorites. • Create a supportive classroom environment. • Create an environment where questions and answers-even wrong answers-are encouraged and valued. Steps for Improving Student Communication Skills 1. Establish the ground rules and norms for class discussion early on. By setting the standards for class participation as early as possible, your students will be more likely to understand their role in discussion. 2. Encourage all students to participate in class discussion. Avoid focusing on the students that are always willing to answer. Cont. 3. Assign frequent opportunities for small group discussion. 4. Adopt a policy of openness with your students. When you make a change to the class structure, or give an assignment, be open with your students about your intentions, and seek their feedback. Student’s Approach • Communication skills help students to learn more from teachers • Positive behaviors will lead to effective communication between teacher and students. • students online communication should be improved. If they are not effective in emails, tweets, and social engagement then it will be a barrier in communication. Cont. • Students need brainpower and sharp memory to become successful in meetings with their teachers/ supervisors. The Goal of Communication is Student Success