Date of Award
2019
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Psychology
Abstract
The purpose of the quantitative study was to take the researched components of the teacher-learner relationship and operationalize them into a survey instrument to measure and operationalize the relationship so that it can be studied and improved upon. The seven components of the teacher-learner relationship are empathy, showing care and concern, mutual respect, going above and beyond, passion and enthusiasm, perseverance and patience, and belief in the learners abilities. This quantitative study was based on the theories of emotional intelligence, client-centeredness, and attachment theory. While there is a wealth of literature about what makes a teacher-learner relationship important and what characteristics make the relationship important, there is little research about how to manage and measure operationally the teacher-learner relationship. By developing a survey instrument to measure and operationalize the relationship, both teachers and teacher evaluators can use the information to inform teaching, the classroom environment, and the school environment.
Recommended Citation
Brown, Emily Ann, "Effective Relationships: Managing And Measuring The Impact On Learning And Teaching" (2019). All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1595.
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/etds/1595