Dealing with Challenging Students | Origin: ED104
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Class Management Strategies--> Dealing with Challenging Students
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Get to know each student as an individual. They will each have their own way of learning. It will also build a relationship to help them learn.
Meeting with center stage student(s) allows in directing their energy and allowing other students to participate.
Get to know your students and their actions. Knew which ones are there to learn and those that will want to manipulate you.
I learned a great deal with this topic. I loved the idea given of an "observer" to better deal with the center-stage student. I will use it from now on.
I liked the tips for the center stage students. I think assigning the role of "observer" to a center stage student will enable other students to have their input heard.
Give your support and try to understand the students who are inattentive in class. Also, give all the students the same attention and not play favorites.
I learned that dealing with challenging students requires patience, consistency, and clear communication. I learned the importance of addressing issues early, staying calm, and focusing on understanding the root of the behavior rather than reacting emotionally. This module also reinforced how setting clear expectations and boundaries can prevent many challenges from escalating. I plan to apply this by listening actively, responding professionally, and handling situations in a fair and respectful way so the learning environment stays positive and productive for everyone.
I learned that managing “center-stage” students is about channeling their energy, not trying to change who they are. Strategies like meeting with the student, assigning an observer role, or using structured limits on participation help balance discussion so all students have opportunities to contribute.
Every learner is different you just need to take the time to reach everyone
I will take the time to engage all students equally, and for those who are less responsive, I will apply different instructional approaches to encourage participation. If those strategies are not effective, I will make time to meet with the student individually to find the best ways to support their learning.
Great explanation of the different types of personalities you will see in your class and ways to help keep them in check and engaged.
I just try and be fair, keep control and redirect the unwanted behavior. I find walking the class to stand next to inattentive students useful as well as 'reviewing' the topic with them by asking questions.
There were times when I offered to extend some time to students and provide advice to assist with challenges. As an instructor, I want to see my students succeed all aspects not just in my class but also at home and whatever capacity they need to also provide service and extend themselves.
Overall, understanding that students come to class with different challenges from home, from work, financials, family, day care issues has been a large factor in my classes. All these struggles must be taken into consideration and dealt with accordingly, and this helps to reduce behavioral issues.
I instructed students to research various topics and do presentations on their research. utilizing each one teach one and each one reach one concept, I also have them applaud each other. A little encouragement sweetens labor, and I find that the students enjoy sharing and learning from each other as well.
I appreciate this session on managing challenging behaviors in the classroom. In today's world we need all the resources and help we can get to survive in the most challenging times in our lives.
I find that when I do interactive learning and getting them engaged and involved in the lesson it helps to refocus the inattentive behaviors.
The students who felt that they are in charge, soon learn that they are not, when they hear what they will be doing and not what they want me to do.
I have experienced challenging behaviors in almost all my classes. I learn the personalities and study the behaviors. Once I understand the behaviors, I strategies and give it my best with prayerful heart, and in most cases, I have a smooth day.
