Interpersonal Skills - Respect vs Disrespect
Discussion Exercise
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Consider the following statement an educator might hear from a parent and reflect on the questions that follow:
"My son should be performing better by now. We need to discuss what you should be doing differently."
- As a teacher, how would you feel upon hearing this statement?
- As a teacher, how might you respond to the parent
- In what ways might you feel a threat to your identity as a teacher?
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Imagine you are a parent and you have received a note from a teacher that says: "Your daughter is not performing at grade level. What can you do to create a supportive learning environment for her at home?"
- As a parent, how would you feel upon reading this?
- As a parent, how might you respond to the teacher?
- In what ways might you feel a treat to your identify as a parent?
Use the space below to list your thoughts.
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