Nonverbal cues and the presence of a teacher by Michael Kuehter

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 21:49:31 UTC

A teacher who moves around the room and attends to students as individuals makes them feel seen and looked after.

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 21:50:29 UTC

A teacher who is enthusiastic and sits with students as equals will give them the space to feel comfortable and free to engage with their assignments.

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 21:52:03 UTC

A teacher who stays behind their desk/computer is a disengaged teacher, which leads to disengaged students.

Non-verbal cues

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 21:57:23 UTC

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 22:05:10 UTC

"I like it because I feel cared for."

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 22:21:52 UTC

"Teacher movement made the learning process more active and attractive."

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 22:25:37 UTC

A teacher who moves around the room engaging with all students, rather than staying in the front of the room or behind their desk.

michaelkuehter — 2025-09-04 22:38:17 UTC

Teachers who stand at the front of the room and talk at their students are unaware if students are actually paying attention.