The Collaboration Series Part 3 - Simple Strategies to Get Teachers To Listen
Aug 29, 2023
Welcome back to the podcast, my dear friends! We’re already here with the third part of our exciting collaboration series! If you haven’t listened to the first and second parts, no worries at all. If it’s between July 18th and 25th, just stick with this one. However, if you have spare time, feel free to go back, catch up, and listen to our earlier episodes highlighting the best parts of this collaboration series, where we talked about the multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches.
I also hope you enjoyed the collaboration series with one of the most dynamic—truly a rare gem and expert—Rebecca Taylor, who’s been 5 years in the field as a certified teacher for the visually impaired and an Orientation and Mobility specialist.
If you haven’t registered yet, we have an upcoming webinar on July 20th, 2023. Feel free to sign up! Just go to alliedindependenceonline.com/training and secure a spot because we have amazing presenters with 57 years of experience combined! Isn’t it exciting?
Let’s make a quick recap of some helpful tips and simple strategies to help teachers listen more. These tips can be implemented step-by-step to help you achieve your shared goals with your students and develop personal growth within your teaching career.
Tip Number One: Communication
Remember my story of writing long emails? Well, as hurtful as it may sound, nobody reads long emails, especially when emotions are involved, right? So, how can you improve communication? How can you make it quick, simple, effective, and efficient?
Tip Number Two: It’s About Your Learner
Always remember your learner’s needs and your goals—don’t make it about you. The bottom line is that it’s always about your learner and ensuring their needs are provided for and met.
We are here for our students. Keep them in mind.
Tip Number Three: Have Empathy
It always pays to be empathetic. To have empathy means understanding where learners are coming from, rather than being straightforward or rude, or putting your needs before theirs.
Students will feel it and perform fantastically when they know you’re putting effort into understanding and thinking about them.
Tip Number Four: Consistent Communication
Lend a helping hand. You’re always one step ahead when you reach out to students. Send a quick text or check in to see how they’re doing. Consistent communication builds positive relationships and prevents them from feeling stressed by only hearing from you when issues arise.
Tip Number Five: Compliment Your Students
Students appreciate being recognized for their efforts. Simple compliments go a long way. Acknowledge their hard work and let them know they’re doing a great job.
Ultimately, it all comes back to you—the way you handle things and teach your students makes a lasting impact.
I hope you’ll implement at least one of these tips. Even a small change can make a big difference.
Remember, we’re here to help students with visual impairments around the world live lives that are independent, successful, and fulfilling.
Again, I encourage you to join our webinar on July 20th, 2023, and dive deeper into these ideas with Rebecca Taylor, Jill Brown, and Diyana Ahmad.
For more information, visit alliedindependenceonline.com/training. See YOU there!
