TEACHER AND STUDENT RELATIONSHIPS: A CORNERSTON OF EFFECTIVE EDUCATION
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This article highlights the essential role of teacher-student relationships in creating an effective educational environment. It explores how trust, respect, and open communication between teachers and students significantly impact academic performance, personal growth, and social development. Drawing on key theories such as Self-Determination Theory and Expectancy-Value Theory, the study provides practical strategies for fostering positive relationships in classrooms and emphasizes their long-term benefits.
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