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As teachers, we often complain that students do not pay attention in the class or they are not ready to learn. They throw tantrums, they disobey, the feel sleepy, they get agitated, they don’t write in class, they don’t do their homework assignments etc.

However, my experience is that it’s not always student’s fault. Many times, it is teachers’ fault too sometimes. Teachers aren’t prepared with their lessons so what they serve in the class in half baked. I’ m very sure none of us will lap up anything half – baked. Then why blame students? The other times, teachers prepare their lectures well. They make thorough notes, consult different books, make worksheets too. But sometimes we have students in classroom who learn better with audio – visual aids or practical’s. So, our lectures fall on deaf ears. Is it the kids’ fault? No. As teachers it is our responsibility to make use of all the aids available so that a variety of learners will grasp the concept. This variety will also make the subject interesting. And once we are able to hold their interest, their attention won’t waiver.

The problem is that we wait for the students to be ready for learning. I believe it is as good as wishing for the moon and stars. In short, it is not going to happen. Teachers need to adopt Responsive Classroom Approach; where student don’t only focus on academics but also build social – emotional competencies. Teachers also need to model the behavior they expect from students. Children are great imitators, we need to give them something good to emulate. The teacher – student relationship should be based on love, affection and trust. This will also make students respect their teacher. Remove the threat in your classroom, give rewards instead of threats. Recognize and respect the needs of the students and for that, the teacher – student relationship should be strong. Yes, it basically just boils down to your relationship with the students. We need to recognize whether the circumstances call us to be firm or friendly; we have to find that delicate balance where students can approach us with any of their problem/doubt, but they also know they cannot get away with any wrong doing.

It is in that delicate balance where lies the bliss.

Charanjeet Kaur

Organising Secretary, Oxford Public School


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