Explanation:
Few things are more important in life than our relationships. How we communicate and interact with others defines a large part of who we are. We must teach our students about compassion and empathy, respect and caring. The relationships we create with those around us inspire us, educate us, and drive us. People often feel that digital relationships are false, and it’s true that students must be careful about the relationships they create online. However, that being said, some of my best friends are people I’ve never met in person, or see only a few times each year. Online communities have given us an opportunity to find those with similar passions, and nurture parts of our personalities that may not always mesh with those in our immediate vicinity. On the other hand, human connections with the people we live with are just as important. Communicating and forming relationships in all walks of life is part of growing up. Networking brings new learning, new resources, and new opportunities. Learning to appropriately navigate, build, and utilize your networks are skills that greatly benefit global citizens.
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Few things are more important in life than our relationships. How we communicate and interact with others defines a large part of who we are. We must teach our students about compassion and empathy, respect and caring. The relationships we create with those around us inspire us, educate us, and drive us. People often feel that digital relationships are false, and it’s true that students must be careful about the relationships they create online. However, that being said, some of my best friends are people I’ve never met in person, or see only a few times each year. Online communities have given us an opportunity to find those with similar passions, and nurture parts of our personalities that may not always mesh with those in our immediate vicinity. On the other hand, human connections with the people we live with are just as important. Communicating and forming relationships in all walks of life is part of growing up. Networking brings new learning, new resources, and new opportunities. Learning to appropriately navigate, build, and utilize your networks are skills that greatly benefit global citizens.
Components:
- Relationships & Communication
- Including everyone
- Social Media
- Caring
Discussion
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