It’s not
rocket science – learn the names of your students! (And make sure they know
yours!)
Why is
this important? Mostly because it’s
basic manners, isn’t it?
Your
name is part of your identity. It aligns
you with your family and culture, and at the same time it distinguishes you as
an individual.
When we
hear someone saying our name (correctly – has anyone ever met Justin
Pierce/Perry/Piree…?? I certainly haven't despite many people asking me...) it is meaningful to us.
It means someone has taken the time to get to know us, even if it’s just
a little bit. Saying someone’s name
acknowledges their humanity.
So, even
if you are just filling in for the regular teacher, make it a point to learn
your students’ names.
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