A Microsymposium on “Investigating Methods to Improve Relationships between Teachers and their Students”
as part of the 28th Annual International Conference on Education
18-22 May 2026, Athens, Greece
The Education Unit of the Athens Institute is organizing a Microsymposium on “Investigating Methods to Improve Relationships between Teachers and their Students” as part of the 28th Annual International Conference on Education, 18-22 May 2026, Athens, Greece.
This microsymposium invites academics and researchers to submit papers exploring innovative methods for strengthening relationships between teachers and students in educational settings. The session seeks contributions that examine strategies to enhance trust, communication, empathy, and mutual respect within the classroom environment. We welcome both theoretical and empirical studies that investigate the social,
emotional, and pedagogical factors influencing teacher–student interactions. Submissions may address approaches such as mentorship programs, positive behavior interventions, measuring teacher-student relationships or collaborative learning models that promote positive engagement. By sharing diverse perspectives and evidence-based practices, this session aims to deepen our understanding of how strong teacher–student relationships contribute to academic success, student well-being, fewer incidents of poor behavior, and improved learning communities.
Please submit an abstract (email only) to: atiner@atiner.gr, using the abstract submission form by 27 January 2026 to: Dr. Mervyn J. Wighting, Deputy Director, Arts, Humanities and Education Division, Athens Institute & Professor, Regent University, USA.
Abstracts should include the following: Title of Paper, Full Name (s), Affiliation, Current Position, an email address, and at least 3 keywords that best describe the subject of your submission. Decisions are reached within 4 weeks.
Fee structure information is available on www.atiner.gr/fees.
