Student/teacher relationships and school success : perceptions of students from grades nine to twelve
Date
2002
Authors
Christiansen, Jolene Rae
University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education
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Publisher
Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, 2002
Abstract
Teachers play an important role in determining students' perception of personal success.
Eighty students between the ages of fourteen and eighteen in a rural setting in southern
Alberta were surveyed and interviewed. Students reported their perceptions of their own
personal success and the influence of a positive relationship with a teacher. Respondents
also provided examples of negative relationships. The importance of building caring
relationships with students is demonstrated in this research report. Included in the
discussions are qualities or actions of teachers and the significance of their role in
developing positive influences, which have an impact on student success both inside and
outside of school.
Description
vii, 52 leaves ; 29 cm. --
Keywords
Teacher-student relationships , Students -- Attitudes