The Importance of Parent-Teacher Relationship in the Learning of the Child

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Relationship is defined as a way in which two or more people or things are connected (Webster, 2014). It comes in numerous ways. A relationship can be between relatives, friends, couples, classmates, neighbors, etc. Either form should always be in good terms. Most people have some kind of idea how a good or correct relationship is supposed to be. A good relationship can do a lot of things. It promotes peace and understanding between people. It encourages them to do what is good to help others.

METHODS

This study entitled "The Importance of Parent Teacher Relationship in the Learning of the Child" utilized a descriptive method of research in which parents, teachers and elementary pupils from Sinisian Elementary School were selected and were given questionnaires in order to see the importance of parent-teacher relationship in learning of the child. The data that will be gathered will enable the researchers to present the importance of having good relationship between the parents and the teachers and its effects in the learning of the child. Survey questionnaire served as the main gathering data tools.

RESULTS

The findings revealed that Parent-Teacher relationship is important to the learning of the child. There are positive effects to the learners when parents and teachers establish partnership. It contributes to their academic performance for the reason that their engagement in learning is increased, and supportive environment is created. A child is more likely to improve his or her academic performance if there is a positive communication between the parents and the teachers. Parent-Teacher relationship is important to the child's success for it promotes the learners' emotional and social skills. Parental involvement provides benefits to the education of the learners. Working together has a greater impact on deciding the best interest for the child than working alone.

DISCUSSIONS

The results revealed that Parent-Teacher relationship is important for the learning of the child. Having a good relationship between parents and teachers has effects on the learners. When parents and teachers are in good terms, the learners can easily adjust to the school environment. It increases the learner's engagement with learning and creates a supportive environment. It also decreases remedial classes. Parental involvement develops the learners' sense of belongingness and increases their engagement in the classroom.