Observation at a school noted that students were receiving various demeaning remarks from their teachers on a daily basis. The overall academic performance of the school is low, the question came from the possible linkage with both occurrences.
I think students who receive negative feedback from their teachers will eventually stop making a meaningful investment in their learning. Investment theory is brought up by Bonny Norton (1997).
As a teacher negative feedback can have both positive and negative effects on learners. On one hand, it can provide valuable insights into areas for improvement, helping learners identify their weaknesses and motivating them to work harder to overcome challenges. However, excessive or overly critical negative feedback can be demotivating and may undermine learners' confidence, leading to disengagement and decreased performance. It's important for educators to provide constructive feedback that is specific, actionable, and supportive, helping learners to grow and develop without discouraging them and according to Carol Dweck, providing feedback that promotes a growth mindset, such as praising effort and providing constructive criticism, can encourage learners to embrace challenges and persist in their learning journey.
There should be good student and teacher relationship especially during classroom interactions. Negative comments demoralize students and their self-confidence is affected. As peer interactions occur in the classroom environment, the student can fail to interact well with his or her peers.
Good question/post!
Wonderings:
1) What age/grade group, campus setting are we talking (elementary, reassignment room, alternative assignment, hallway transactions)?
2) Are “demeaning remarks” ever appropriate while teaching a lesson, in a classroom, during an de-escalation of a tussle, in lhe lunchroom, during bus or dismissal process, as a tactic to re-engage a grad class?
3) Were the teachers observed, teachers of record, substitutes, TA’s DOI instructors?
4) What is our working definition of demeaning? Would want to read 2-3 (noncampus/student identifying) examples of the remarks heard /referred to as demeaning?
5) What made the teachers feel comfortable enough to speak demeaning remarks in the presence of an observer as this sadly warrants further questions about the campus expectations and culture?
While I do have an opinion, in line with those posted above, I have wonderings about the observation that would need to be addressed to better inform my response (if this were a scenario from an observer on my campus).
There are some defects in human behavior. These are: deception, jealousy, revenge, enmity, slander, lack of will. So the teacher has one of these defects. Academic performance is affected by these deficits.
The academic achievement of learners is considered a reflection of the teacher’s method and ethics in the learning process. Therefore, if the teacher is good and has scientific competence and motivation, then in return he will raise the level of the student in all fields and vice versa.
Negative interactions can erode students' self-esteem. When students are constantly criticized or ridiculed, they may begin to doubt their abilities and value as learners. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy and a reluctance to participate in classroom discussions or activities .Teachers have to establish and build good rapport among students as part of their motivation.The theory of interpersonal behavior was first proposed by Carl Rogers in the 1950s, and it has since been developed and expanded upon by other researchers. The theory is based on the idea that individuals have innate needs for positive self-regard, and that these needs drive their behavior in social interactions. According to the theory, individuals have a need for positive self-regard, and they strive to maintain positive self-concepts by seeking out positive feedback and avoiding negative feedback from others.
For me, there are many angles that we need consider in the given situation. I cannot directly give my view to the question because I need to take a look on the type of learner you are referring to, the level (elementary, high school, college, etc.), and among others. In general, there are articles telling us that the effects of negative teacher interactions might reduce self-confidence, motivation, and engagement or involvement in activities.
If this happens in behaviorist pedagogy it will be a disaster. If it happens in constructivist pedagogy, it will reduce academic performance, however, it can be overcome by the intervention of the students.
They should be, however, in underdeveloped countries they are not due to corruption, because those who graduate are not well evaluated.
Cognition and affect are directly related, and according to Schumann "the brain stem, limbic and frontolimbic areas, which comprise the stimulus appraisal system, emotionally modulate cognition such that, in the brain, te emotion are distinguishable but inseparable" (Schumann, 1994, p.232). Therefore, negative teacher interaction could potentially compromise students' motivation towards the learning process, decreasing and outshining the student's performance by making them feel disengaged, unbelonging and out of place.
Negative teacher interactions can have significant detrimental effects on students' academic performance ranging from diminished motivation and self-esteem to impaired learning environments and increased stress levels. It underscores the importance of cultivating positive and supportive teacher-student relationships to foster a conducive learning environment where all students can thrive academically and personally.
1. Negative interactions with teachers can demotivate students, leading to decreased interest in learning and lower levels of engagement in classroom activities. Students may become disheartened and disengaged from their studies, which can negatively impact their academic performance.
2. Constant criticism, harsh judgments, or unfair treatment from teachers can make students doubt their abilities and value as learners, leading to feelings of inadequacy and diminished self-worth.
3. Negative teacher interactions can create a hostile or unwelcoming learning environment for students. When students feel uncomfortable or unsafe in the classroom due to negative interactions with their teacher, it can hinder their ability to focus, participate, and effectively learn, thereby impairing their academic performance.
4. Students who experience negative interactions with their teachers may be less likely to seek help, approach or guidance when they encounter academic challenges
5. Persistent negative interactions with teachers can foster negative attitudes towards learning and education in general. Students may develop a sense of resentment, disillusionment, or apathy towards school, which can hinder their academic motivation and achievement in the long run.