Answer to Question #311418 in English for Talent

Question

Question 1

Teaching profession requires individuals who can deal with school dynamics and

complex human behaviour. Apart from cognitive support that teachers deal with

daily, they are also expectations to provide phyco-social support to learners. As a

student teacher, briefly identify at least five phyco-social factors and discuss their

risks to learners especially when they are not supported. (4x5=20)

NB: Refer to the links below (cognitive support and Phyco-social support) for

Answer 1

loneliness- Loneliness entails students lacking companions in and out of school. This causes a sad feeling that makes students unable to concentrate in class.

social disruption-  it entails the alteration, dysfunction, or breakdown of social life, often in a community setting. The disruption occurs due to issues such as migration, causing a culture shock to learners. therefore, they are unable to concentrate on their classes in the new environment.

bereavement- it entails the mourning period of a friend or relative. Bereaving students have emotional issues and are unable to focus on their education.

Learning environment- Students in an unconducive learning environment cannot focus on their education.

social status- Learners from poor families lack basic things like food, which hinder concentration on education.