I really liked the idea of using 'Use It Wise' cards as a strategy for dealing with challenging students. I think it’s a great way to give students a chance to reflect on their behavior and redirect their energy in a positive way. I plan to create my own version of these cards and use them when a student seems disengaged or disruptive. I’d love to hear how others have successfully implemented this strategy in their classrooms or if there are any tips for introducing it effectively!
Like some of the suggestions in managing the inattentive students. Definitely will have to try one for the students sitting at the back of the class chit chatting and on their phones
Working with students who blame others for their problems includes helping them to own the responsibility for completing assignments, projects, and activities. Have them work in groups so that they can see the value of contributions from everyone, including themselves. They will see that if they don't complete their work, the other group members can't complete their work.
It is imperative to know to help students learn on how to prepare for class.
You must be consistent in your follow-up on their assignments. If you do not follow up on assignments students quickly learn that they don't have to complete them. If you assign something, set a due date and then collect the material for grading. This along with reminders of due dates will encourage unprepared students to complete assignments.
Build relationships
Be consistent
Elevate Students
Give student choice
It is important to spend time speaking and being attentive to all students (introverts and extroverts) to ensure they are feeling appreciated, empowered, and seen. This can energize them for success.
As a first year teacher I have learned different strategies for dealing with different types of student groups within my classroom.
I have learned center of attention students can be used a positive and not a negative. I will use their energy and always wanting to talk or be center stage when class is dragging or when the students began to get disengaged.
The section on the polished apple was most interesting to me. I never thought of how they could manipulate first time teachers. I am guarded by industry but not by students. I have to keep my guard up.
I like the idea of getting students invested in classroom management by using peer pressure to keep inattentive students from becoming a problem. Sometimes, encouragement or accountability from peers works .
I have had my fair share of students that fall asleep during lecture, and or do not pay attention. Yes, they could be missing out on sleep at home; however, I have had one-on-one talk with those students letting them know it is unacceptable behavior. When I notice a student is falling asleep or disengaged, I will walk by them and call on their name to answer a question. In addition, I have a student that is very immature and needs constant redirection. I have found it challenging, but I have managed to help him focus by using various teaching methods.
The tips and strategies for dealing with "center-stage" students and students who are struggling to stay engaged were very helpful!
What I took away from this section was that classroom management isn’t about controlling behaviors in your students it's about managing them and learning what works with different personality types
I am looking forward to utilizing the 'Minute Papers' in my classroom. This will help students make connections in an inviting manner. I plan to use a ball as a talking stick to add some movement in the classroom.
By setting the tempo of the class on the first day you may be able to rain in the high energy students and get some of the shy student to equal out. You need to guide the student into all working at the subject with equal enthusiasm.
This has been very informative, and has given me multiple ways to deal with all student types.
Classes are made up of a variety of different behaviors and personalities, I learned different methods of engaging students with different behaviors.
I have quit a few students that I have to constantly redirect so that focus and absorb the content. I also listen to them at times when they just need a brain break for a few minutes. I have found that letting them take a 5-10 min brain break helps them to refocus and the rest of the class can finish listening to lecture without so many interruptions
This was a great section, I learned a lot about student engagement.
There are a wide variety of students who may not be ideal, but being prepared for these types of students is best.
