The Science Behind Building Rapport: Part 4 of Our Back to School Series

This episode explains why greeting students at the door matters and reviews the neuroscience behind rapport—dopamine for motivation and oxytocin for safety—plus research showing long-term benefits like reduced aggression and improved engagement.

Hosts share practical actions (assess, address, respond, request, tell), the 5-to-1 positive-to-corrective interaction ratio, and a simple takeaway: start each day with warmth, a student’s name, and a quick connection to set the tone for learning.

The Science Behind Building Rapport: The How's & Whys