We know that African American students tend to be…
“We know that African American students tend to be relational learners. It's about the relationships between a teacher and student. Students respond well to teachers they know, believe in them, care about them, but also who teach in a matter that elicits a more active approach to learning, rather than just sitting and listening. The research on this is strong and has been available for a long time, but it is not widely practiced. That's a huge obstacle.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Students learn best when teachers build trusting, caring relationships and engage them actively, yet this approach is underused despite strong evidence.
In simple terms: Good teacher‑student relationships boost learning.
Key Takeaway
Foster relational teaching.
Themes
education
relationships
engagement
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- classroom
- mentoring programs
- teacher training
- school policy
Key Concepts
social learning theory
teacher efficacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools support relational teaching?
- What barriers exist for teachers?
A Different Perspective
Implementing relational methods can be time‑intensive for teachers.