It is imporant for them to actively listen because it shows that they are taking their students and their concerns seriously. That they truly care about the students problems and look forward to helping them achieve their goals. The student realizes that he or she is not alone and that what they have to say is important and relevant. That no matter what happens when their outside the group it won't affect how they are heard within the group. When coming into the group with ideas the facilitator is willing and ready to actively listen. By actively listening the facilitator is showing the students that he or she cares deeply for their personal and academic lives. There is nothing more important in the group then what they have to say and to empathize with them. This is done by the facilitator listening actively to the students and returning their information with enthusiam and respect. That is why actively listening is so important because it shows the students that the facilitator cares.
Also, if I am confronted with a situation where one student is unwilling to show his paper because of a bad grade, I will do everything I can to help him or her accept help from myself and peers. Talk to the student and reinforce the idea that not everything will turn out perfect and there will be setbacks. But not allowing others to help will not be of a benefit. That by letting the students give positive feedback, he or she will have a better understanding of the work and new ideas. Giving them the confidence to show their work to their friends and know that failure only begins when people choose to give up.
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