Psy 210 Week 3 Video Response

Video Response 3

Addressing a student’s needs plays a vital part in the student’s academic success. Understanding one’s needs requires that a teacher take the steps to understanding the child’s personality traits, interests, abilities, disabilities, and so forth. Students are more likely to grasp the interest of learning a specific subject if they feel that the teacher is kind and understanding, just as Trisha and Brittany’s teachers is. Brittany’s mother mentions that a significant change is notable in Brittany’s self-esteem and grades (Kirk, Gallagher, & Coleman, 2015). Trisha certainly associates her good grades to her relationship with her science teacher and identifies her teacher as helpful (Kirk, Gallagher, & Coleman, 2015). Furthermore, Brittany made A-B Honor Roll on her most recent report card. Having a positive relationship is critical to the success of students with emotional and behavioral disorders because it provide them student with a more beneficial learning experience. Students are also more likely to reciprocate these positive actions, which leads to their success in the classroom.

Trisha, a twelve-year old seventh grader, struggles with an emotional disorder (Kirk, Gallagher, & Coleman, 2015). As mentioned previously, Trisha makes good grades in science

To make the most of the entire educational experience, it would behoove teachers to demonstrate compassion and understanding in regards to the disorders and differences of their students. James 5:11 reminds me that the Lord is compassionate with us when we fall short of expectations. His love does not waiver regardless. The verse states, “Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.” James 5:11