Take Time to Listen

Sometimes the greatest thing isn’t what we teach but what we get to hear. Some stories are told to us on paper, some in feedback talks or at the lunch table. The opportunity to listen evades a busy teacher rushing out of the class and through the corridors. It’s only when you radiate an air of calm and caring that a student dares tell you the secrets of their heart. WebEnglish.se suggests you study the Four Traits of the Listening Educator in this article from Edutopia.
Link: Becoming a Listening Educator

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