Conclusion

Effective verbal and nonverbal communication is essential to being a competent teacher. Recognizing each student as an individual and respecting them all, no matter their background, will allow you to create a positive learning environment. Developing strong listening skills and working to overcome the communication and listening barriers in the classroom is necessary for everyone to achieve more. Creating positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators will foster student and teacher success. Modeling appropriate behaviors, eliminating any form of biases or discrimination and leading a classroom rich in ethical decisions will allow you to create the most desired learning environment.