Communication Strategy to Promote a Positive Learning Environment

Midterm Communication Plan
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Introduction
I believe that effective communication is a critical ingredient for promoting a positive learning environment. I am convinced that maintaining effective communication between the teacher, parent, and child is inevitable if the learning goals are to be achieved. Effective communication can help foster academic achievement as well as promote the social and emotional development of the child (Harvard Family Research Project, 2009). In light of these observations, my goal is to establish robust and effective communication strategies to maximize the wellbeing of the child. I intend to make the parent feel more involved in the wellbeing of the child and work together with the parent to maximize positive learning outcomes for the child. Appreciating diversity is key to effective communication. Therefore, I will ensure to respect and promote diversity of parents/ children in the learning environment to ensure effective communication and constructive feedback.
Communication Strategy
One of the communication methods that I plan to use is newsletters. Newsletters are great tools for giving detailed information to the parent. I plan to release a newsletter once every month. The newsletter will contain details such as updates on what is happening in the classroom setup, any upcoming events that the parent should be aware of, as well as providing tips that parents can use to support their children to learn effectively at home. The newsletter will primarily be a one-way mode of communication. However, since a teacher should always value feedback, I will include in the newsletter an email so that parents can share their views concerning the information contained in the newsletter. To support the parents who may not be conversant in English, I will make copies translated into their primary languages where applicable. Further, I will also prepare some hard copies for parents who do not have electronic means. The newsletter will provide parents with detailed information regarding student wellbeing. No doubt sharing this information will contribute to enhancing the student’s social, emotional, and academic success.
The second communication method will be the student work folder. The primary purpose of the folder will be to include the accomplishments made by the child throughout the unit. These will be prepared after a unit has been completed, with the main aim being to let the parent know how the child has progressed through the unit. In addition to highlighting academic progress, I will also prepare a side note with a student folder to inform the parent of the child’s emotional and social wellbeing throughout the semester. Since the teacher spends a significant amount of time with the child, it is easy to identify the emotional and social characteristics of the child. This method will be a one-way communication. The intention is to let the parent know how the child has fared throughout the unit.
However, for parents who may be concerned about the feedback shared and may want to enquire further, I will provide an email or phone number that the parents can use to reach me. Sharing these details is...