Think of a teacher who made you feel safe to ask questions. Even if you made mistakes, they never made you feel bad. Instead, they explained it again and cheered you on. Many people remember such teachers for years. A good teacher and student relationship can influence much more than marks in an examination. It can affect how students see themselves, how confidently they communicate, how they handle mistakes, and how willing they feel to learn something new. A classroom works best when students feel respected, and teachers understand their students. This does not mean a teacher should become a…