From direct experience
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Originally Posted by gangst  i reckon this is quite a good idea for older students, say sixth form 17-18 year olds, because its good to have a teacher that is on the ball and fits in.
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Disagree
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however, a relationship between student and teacher isn't really necessary as long as the teacher can get the message across, and so it doesn't really matter if the students like the teacher
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Strongly agree
There are also certain subjects where it is more or less importnant in terms of children 'buying into the teacher' Vs the message the teacher can deliver.
You also have to look at the social hierachy of needs of children at this time
Look who is voted 'prom queen' and what they are picked on. the requirements of a leader from children is often significantly lacking in terms of strong and worthwhile traits