Teachers make mistakes and mistakes are normal. Learning how to grow from your mistakes is what is important. Taking notes and reflecting on outcomes can provide you with a clear lens when making new lesson plans. 

The suggestion to take notes during a student conversation is one that I am going to try. I like that it diffuses the student but also think it will help diffuse me and not overthink what the student is saying. It will also help reference things later on when trying to come up with a solution.  

I plan to incorporate the "use it wisely" cards in my classroom. My class is usually made up of all girl students so they tend to fight for attention. This may be a good strategy to try. 

I plan to try the airplane icebreaker activity. Most of my icebreakers feel redundant and repetitive to their other classes. 

Taking note on how a class or exercise went is a common mistake. With the pressure of preparing for the next class or day, it is often forgotten to note the good stuff. Taking note of what went well is part of preperation, and can support the instructor on repeating past successes, which is what we are striving for. 

Angry students are not the large population but it does occur. When dealing with an angry student it is important to listen, take notes, and keep firm to the decision that is made. I plan to use this when evaluating students during the practical portion of examinations in my course. Students will often dispute their grade, especally when it is a failing grade. I plan to allow the student to fully vent their point of view and listen for key points in their argument. Once the opportunity presents itself, I will convey my position, remain firm, and provide tips on… >>>

A few things from this lesson I benefited from is, gratitude, taking a moment to write down or think about what you have to be grateful for. I often try to think of, the things I have now that I once worked really hard to achieve and how positive an impact that has on my mindset. Burnout is real and teachers often push it to the side because we are constantly adding more to our todo list. 

Throughout this course on Class Management Strategies, I have learned how to effectively organize and manage an online learning environment by understanding course structures, expectations, and participation requirements. I developed skills to plan my study time, follow guidelines for successful course completion, and engage actively in discussions and activities. Additionally, I gained a clearer understanding of how to use available resources and support systems to enhance my learning experience, ensuring both academic success and continuous improvement in a virtual setting.

managing challenging behavior effectively hinges on proactive intervention an emotional regulation. ive learned that by prioritizing consistency over emotional reaction i can address the root causes of disruption .

I've learned that although the students are adults they still need direction and due dates on assignments 

following the syllabus is a must ... making sure to write down on a whiteboard what we will be covering for the day .