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The Impact of Teacher-Student Relationships on Junior High School Students' Academic Achievement
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Abstract
Teacher-student relationships are vital for academic achievement, especially in junior high school, where students undergo significant transitions. Positive interactions enhance motivation, engagement, and performance, while negative ones lead to disengagement and lower outcomes. Thus, fostering these relationships is essential during this critical developmental phase. This study employs three research methods to explore the impact of teacher-student relationships on junior high school student's academic success: a literature review to synthesize existing research, comparative research to examine differences in academic outcomes based on the quality of these relationships and a case study analysis to highlight real-world examples of effective teacher-student dynamics. The results of this research emphasize the significance of cultivating constructive relationships to boost student performance and provide actionable recommendations for educators and policymakers aiming to enhance educational results. This study seeks to address essential gaps by illuminating the impact of these relationships across various demographic and educational settings, while also offering strategies to promote substantial connections within the classroom environment.
Keywords
Teacher-student relationship, Academic achievement, Junior high school, Student motivation, Educational success
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Zhang,Y. (2025). The Impact of Teacher-Student Relationships on Junior High School Students' Academic Achievement. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,80,74-79.
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