
When working with students, I always tend to seek some common ground. That way it is easier to interact with them and to resolve any of their issues.
I believe that finding common ground is a key to communicating clearly with student. I also believing in using the collaborative communication skills can lead to a common ground and a better understanding of the student’s direction or outcome. This is not a dictatorship but an agreement between two individuals.@migomez
Mirian,
Excellent insights! How do you handle situations when the prospective student is obviously still uncomfortable?
Dr. Jean Norris
I try to make the student feel as an equal when we are talking and I try to make them as comfortable as I can. I also take my time to listen to the student to better understand their situation. When their is good conversation there is more of a likely chance to resolve the problem.