Society is changing ever so rapidly, and people have a hard time keeping up with all the issues/news bombarded at them everyday. Young students who are going through puberty and into adulthood are very prone to being misled and make decisions that aren’t wise. A lot of media and talks are targeted towards them, so it is crucial to help these students be informed and vigilant. I believe in civility, and a teacher should model it first. It includes, but is not limited to, being organized, cleaning up after the classroom, tidying the work desk, and putting things where they belong. Now, despite any differences/disagreements a teacher may have with a student, they’re still responsible to show love and kindness to them. Reprimanding wouldn’t be a winsome way to build a stronger connection, and it makes the students feel vulnerable in these very stressful times. Everyone has their own problems to face. Opening up and talking about them may be difficult since it requires a lot of energy and focus. I would listen first and get background information/context before speaking. My chemistry teacher only talked about chemistry. He was neutral/silent in many areas. Even when a teacher passed away from heart failure, he made no mention of it that day. This made me ponder on a question: how silent should I be regarding the issues circling around? Initially I thought being silent wouldn’t be so bad since it may not involve getting into controversial topics. However I think to truly allow students to grow and enjoy subjects that are being taught to them, understanding what’s going on in their sphere of influence and their ideals are helpful.
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