Content introduction Chapter I building Great Work relationships Defining a Good Relationship

Adjust lessons to the learning needs of the students by building on what the students know or by starting from what they don’t know. The aim is not to merely memorise new information; it has to be internalised by students.
3. Remember that students in the classroom have different experiences. Their level of awareness may vary depending upon their socio-cultural background, interaction with friends, parents, teachers and exposure to print and electronic media. Your language and attitude should not be judgemental, as this would make some students feel excluded, and therefore, uninterested.
4. Rapport with students is critical.
Students should not be made to feel uncomfortable. Do not go in front of anyone and force him/her to talk. l Try not to get personal or argumentative to prove that you are right.
Do not embarrass a student by telling him/her that his/her question is silly. l Encourage quiet students to respond/participate.
5. Be very alert to the moods of students – yawning/signs of boredom/ sleepiness, etc. Give a short break.
6. Make a flip chart labelled “Parking Lot“. Issues not pertaining to the sessions, however important, should be placed in the Parking Lot. But ensure that all Parking Lot issues are discussed before the end of the day or of the workshop session.
7. A personal question can be answered at your discretion, but if it is unanswerable, just say calmly that you cannot answer it.
8. Do not say “Is it clear, have you understood?” Instead say, “Have I made myself clear?” etc.
9. Keep track of the time.
10. Have the contact telephone number of a senior/technical Resource Person for advice on any issues during the session.
After the Classroom Session
1. If something particular has not been understood by the majority, that portion should be repeated.
2. Summarize each session, and ensure that the objectives are realized and the topics covered.
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Teachers’ Workbook for Student Activities
3. Remember suggestions and try to incorporate them, if possible, into the sessions.