Blake complains to Mrs. Parks, We shouldn't have to do these ...

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Blake complains to Mrs. Parks, We shouldn't have to do these brutal word problems for homework. They don't help me understand geometry at all. Which of the following responses demonstrates empathetic listening?
 
  a. You don't like doing these word problems. You think they're really hard.
  b. Let me help you. Maybe you're missing something.
  c. Who do you say they're brutal? We did examples like these problems during class yesterday.
  d. We'll go over the problems in class. Maybe you'll learn something then.

Question 2

You are beginning your second year as a ninth grade teacher in high school. During your first year, you noticed that some of your students had difficulty transitioning from middle school to high school. They seemed lost, didn't feel like they belonged, and struggled to adapt.
 
  Explain what you will do in your second year to help these students acclimate.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

Suggested Response: To help these students acclimate, I will create caring relationships. This involves getting to know my students as individuals and learning what they like, their interests, their hobbies, and their extracurricular activities. It also involves showing respect for diversity by appreciating the abilities of each student and providing opportunities for demonstration of unique talents and skills. This year, I will continue to be professional, but I will be authentic with students. Last year, I felt uncomfortable telling students anything about myself. This year I have a solid sense of what I can share about myself without being unprofessional. This year I will set up a suggestion box in my classroom. I want students to have an opportunity to make anonymous suggestions about the classroom and the teaching that will help them learn.
Text Reference: Maintaining a Good Environment for Learning