W4 Q2 | Discussion

The readings this week ask you to consider the importance of social connections and relationships to success in education and in life. Using the Juvonen reading and the Reis, Collins, & Berscheid reading, critically evaluate the importance of relationships to students' engagement or success in formal education (e.g., K-12 school or other educational settings). You may pick a particular age or group of students. Use evidence from the readings. Based on your critical evaluation, what is one positive, practical step or strategy you would recommend or implement with these hypothetical students to foster their engagement or success.