Explain why the student-teacher relationship is so essential for student motivation to learn

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What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Teachers who are able to develop positive teacher-student relationships are supportive and are able to create emotionally safe and low-conflict learning environments. Further, a positive teacher–student relationship contributes to students' intrinsic motivation and provides a foundation for future motivation and academic achievement. This relationship is particularly important for children who are academically at-risk and/or who come from predominantly low-income and ethnic minority backgrounds. Teachers who create positive relationships with students also tend to focus on increasing understanding, emphasize that grades take care of themselves if students understand content, avoid social comparisons among students, and use assessment primarily as a tool for increasing learning.