Questions to Ask Your Teacher to Get to Know Them
Thoughtful questions to ask your teacher to build a better relationship, understand their teaching style, and create a more engaging learning environment.
1What inspired you to become a teacher, and what do you love most about teaching?
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What inspired you to become a teacher, and what do you love most about teaching?
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Why this works
Understanding their motivation helps you learn about their passion for education and what drives them in their profession.
2What is your teaching philosophy, and how do you approach student learning?
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What is your teaching philosophy, and how do you approach student learning?
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Why this works
Learning about their teaching approach helps you understand their methods and how they plan to help you succeed.
3What are your expectations for students, and how can I best meet them?
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What are your expectations for students, and how can I best meet them?
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Why this works
Understanding their expectations helps you know what they're looking for and how to excel in their class.
4What are your favorite topics to teach, and why do you find them interesting?
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What are your favorite topics to teach, and why do you find them interesting?
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Why this works
Learning about their interests helps you understand what excites them and how to engage with the material.
5How do you prefer students to ask questions or seek help when they need it?
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How do you prefer students to ask questions or seek help when they need it?
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Why this works
Understanding their communication preferences helps you know how to reach out when you need support.
6What are your strategies for helping students who are struggling with the material?
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What are your strategies for helping students who are struggling with the material?
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Why this works
Learning about their support strategies helps you understand how they plan to help you if you encounter difficulties.
7What are your views on collaboration and group work in the classroom?
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What are your views on collaboration and group work in the classroom?
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Why this works
Understanding their collaboration approach helps you know how they plan to use group activities and teamwork.
8What are your favorite teaching methods, and how do you decide which ones to use?
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What are your favorite teaching methods, and how do you decide which ones to use?
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Why this works
Learning about their teaching methods helps you understand how they plan to present information and engage students.
9How do you approach assessment and what do you look for in student work?
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How do you approach assessment and what do you look for in student work?
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Why this works
Understanding their assessment approach helps you know how they evaluate learning and what they value in student work.
10What are your strategies for making difficult concepts easier to understand?
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What are your strategies for making difficult concepts easier to understand?
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Why this works
Learning about their explanation strategies helps you understand how they plan to help you grasp challenging material.
11What are your views on homework and how do you decide what to assign?
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What are your views on homework and how do you decide what to assign?
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Why this works
Understanding their homework approach helps you know what to expect and how to approach assignments.
12What are your strategies for keeping students engaged and motivated?
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What are your strategies for keeping students engaged and motivated?
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Why this works
Learning about their engagement strategies helps you understand how they plan to make learning interesting and relevant.
13What are your favorite resources or materials for teaching this subject?
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What are your favorite resources or materials for teaching this subject?
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Why this works
Understanding their resources helps you know what materials they value and how to use them effectively.
14What are your strategies for handling different learning styles in the classroom?
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What are your strategies for handling different learning styles in the classroom?
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Why this works
Learning about their learning style approach helps you understand how they plan to accommodate different student needs.
15What are your views on technology in education, and how do you use it in your teaching?
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What are your views on technology in education, and how do you use it in your teaching?
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Why this works
Understanding their technology approach helps you know how they plan to use digital tools and resources.
16What are your strategies for building a positive classroom environment?
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What are your strategies for building a positive classroom environment?
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Why this works
Learning about their environment strategies helps you understand how they plan to create a supportive learning space.
17What are your favorite ways to connect with students and build relationships?
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What are your favorite ways to connect with students and build relationships?
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Why this works
Understanding their relationship approach helps you know how they plan to connect with you and support your learning.
18What are your strategies for helping students develop critical thinking skills?
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What are your strategies for helping students develop critical thinking skills?
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Why this works
Learning about their critical thinking strategies helps you understand how they plan to develop your analytical abilities.
19What are your views on student feedback, and how do you use it to improve your teaching?
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What are your views on student feedback, and how do you use it to improve your teaching?
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Why this works
Understanding their feedback approach helps you know how they plan to use your input to enhance the learning experience.
20What advice would you give to students who want to succeed in your class?
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What advice would you give to students who want to succeed in your class?
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Why this works
Learning about their success advice helps you understand what they value most and how to excel in their class.
Building Strong Teacher-Student Relationships
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Best Practices for These Conversations
Be Respectful and Professional
Show respect for their time and expertise, and approach the conversation with a professional attitude.
Show Genuine Interest
Demonstrate sincere interest in their teaching methods and how they can help you learn and succeed.
Be Open to Learning
Approach the conversation with an open mind and be willing to learn from their experience and expertise.
Key Areas to Explore
Teaching Philosophy
Student Support
Classroom Environment
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Don't Be Disrespectful
Avoid questioning their authority or expertise, and show respect for their teaching methods and decisions.
Avoid Personal Topics
Focus on professional and educational topics rather than personal matters or inappropriate subjects.
Don't Make It About You
Keep the focus on learning and education rather than your own personal interests or problems.