12th week - Bates - Purkey

Week 12 * Purkey p. 109 * Within Purkey's theory, learning is associated with engagement, which is based on the educator's effective communication skills and an open invitation to all students to participate. An educator's invitation to students to participate "conveys respect, care, trust, optimism, and intentionality" (Bates, 2023, p. 108). The highest level in a teacher's actions relates to Purkey's belief of intentionally inviting students into positive learning experiences. Seeing a student's potential in learning gives them self-confidence and the feeling of being valuable. Implementing effective lessons with collaborative activities and opportunities to learn from each other gains a positive classroom community. Working together as a team gives everyone the feeling of equalness.