In Unit II, we are presented with strategies on how to work with other professionals. Sometimes these professionals are volunteers, paraprofessionals, or colleagues (such as teachers and resource specialists). Consider the discussions that took place earlier this week on how you listen and respect the needs/concerns of your colleagues when they have a vested interest in your class. Think about how to make these relationships stronger and beneficial for you and your students. Which of the three strategies could you use to capitalize on the kinds of support these other professionals are offering? Provide an example or two from your own experiences, if applicable.

Keep in mind that the overarching theme here is relationships. Consider how people are honored and respected, given the strategy presented. Then, find a way to either continue the professional relationship or help it grow and evolve for the benefit of you and the students.

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In every profession, there are several people who work together or in assistance to each other.it is therefore necessary to develop good and positive relationships amongst each other in order to ensure a peaceful and effective co-existence. These relationships can only be built by the involved parties. One important aspect of building effective relationships with other professionals is showing basic respect (Heathfield, 2014). Under basic respect, several trivial but important factors need to be considered. These include portraying kindness and courtesy, being polite, avoiding discrimination of any way and respecting other people’s space, possessions and differences …

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