2023

• Who are the instructors for Course 8: Developing Relationships?

  Professor Tony Townsend and Dr. Fawaz Shareef
• What does human relations encompass according to Encyclopedia.com?


  It covers all types of interactions among people.
• What is the study of human relations concerned with?

  It studies why beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors cause interpersonal conflict.
• What types of relationships are included in the concept of human relations?

  Conflicts, cooperative efforts, and group relationships.
• Why is deepening positive relationships important in a school community?

  It can be a powerful tool for promoting growth.
• How do quality relationships develop in a school setting?

  They have to be intentionally nurtured and cultivated.
• What are the benefits for students who feel connected to school?


  They are more likely to attend school, stay longer, and achieve higher grades.
• What impact does a close relationship with a teacher have on students?


  Students work harder, spend more time on homework, and receive better grades.
• How do good relationships affect risky behaviors in students?

  They lower the likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors such as smoking and drug use.
• What are some components of healthy relationships?

  Communication, trust, respect, and love.
• How can teachers foster good relationships with students?


  By greeting, smiling, calling by name, being friendly, and being cordial.
• What do mindsets refer to in the context of education?

  They are the assumptions and expectations we have for ourselves and others.
• How does a fixed mindset affect a student's behavior?

  It leads to avoiding challenges and giving up easily.
• What characterizes a growth mindset?

  It embraces challenges and sees effort as the path to mastery.
• How do the perceptions of feeling smart differ between fixed and growth mindsets?

  Fixed mindset: "I feel smart when I don't make mistakes"; Growth mindset: "I feel smart when I try hard and succeed after effort."
• What strategies can promote a growth mindset in students?

  Emphasize joy in learning, set high expectations, and praise effort.
• What should teachers do with failures in the context of promoting growth?

  Use failures as opportunities for reflection and growth.
• What is the purpose of the worksheet called ‘Promoting growth as a Human Being’?

  To consider what promotes growth in all people and apply it to students.
• What will be discussed in the next session of the course?

  The various elements that make up human relationships.
• What is the copyright notice for the course materials?

  © Commonwealth Education Trust. All Rights Reserved.
• What is the image source mentioned in the slides?

  http://www.schneiderb.com/social-media-its-about-the-relationships/
• What is the significance of the course title "Foundations of Teaching for Learning"?

  It emphasizes the essential principles that support effective teaching and learning.
• How does the course address the importance of relationships in education?

  It highlights that relationships are crucial for student success and well-being.
• What connections can be drawn between relationships and student behavior?

  Positive relationships can lead to reduced risky behaviors and improved academic performance.