The Role of Teacher Behaviors in Predicting Students' Future Success: Beyond Family Background, Broad Traits, and Cognitive Ability
Volume 2 Issue 1 ( January - March ) 2024 OPEN ACCESS
Teacher behaviors, student success, life outcomes, family background, cognitive ability, emotional intelligence.
This study investigates the critical role that teacher behaviors play in shaping students' academic and life success, extending beyond traditional factors such as family background, cognitive ability, and broad personality traits. Through an analysis of longitudinal data collected from over 1,000 students, this research highlights that positive teacher-student interactions and teacher expectations can predict long-term academic and career success. This study emphasizes that the effects of teacher behaviors are not only confined to academic achievements but also extend to broader life outcomes such as career satisfaction, emotional resilience, and social mobility. These findings underscore the importance of investing in teacher training programs focused on interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and student engagement strategies.