The Importance of Authenticity: Building Meaningful Relationships with Students

Michelle Dragalin
Presenter
60
mins
Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.88
Course rating
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Description

Developing meaningful relationships with students is a crucial aspect of educational success that helps them feel engaged in their learning, leading to a more positive school experience and improved academic performance. Join Michelle Dragalin for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares strategies for establishing a culture of trust and mutual respect in the classroom that will enable your students to feel empowered and motivated to achieve their goals. You will also gain access to a variety of resources, including conversation starters, to develop a plan for building rapport with your students that will create a safe and welcoming learning environment where they feel valued and respected.

Objectives

Explain how developing meaningful relationships with students leads to a more positive school experience and improved academic performance. Identify strategies for establishing a culture of trust and mutual respect in the classroom that will enable your students to feel empowered and motivated to achieve their goals. Develop a plan for building rapport with students that will create a safe and welcoming learning environment where they feel valued and respected.

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Meet

Michelle Dragalin

Michelle has taught for 35+ years, from Head Start to special ed and online ESL. She creates curriculum and loves helping students through hands-on, digital activities. Passionate about teaching, family, and self-care, she lives in the mountains with her husband and dogs.
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