When dealing with a challenging student, I think it is important for instructors to first reflect on their own teaching and consider what might be contributing to the situation. Instead of immediately blaming the student, we can try different teaching strategies, communicate expectations clearly, and talk with the student to better understand their concerns. Being patient, approachable, and flexible can help build trust and create a more positive learning environment for everyone.
Managing student behavior requires a variety of actions. Some students won't need management, but many will.
This is a great topic on many areas of teaching from the good student to the ones that just seem not wanting to learn. Sometimes there are just shy students and this helped me to see away to pick that out in a student.
Management of behavior in the classroom can be difficult. sometimes we need to take a step back and evaluate why the students behavior is difficult is it a cry for help
this was a good one because students sometime feels unheard an the only way they know how to respond is with anger so not meeting their force with force
Managing student behavior is more effective when expectations are clear and applied consistently. Addressing small behavior issues early can help keep them from becoming bigger problems later on. I will establish clear expectations and be consistent with consequences. I will address behavior calmly and professionally. In my classroom, I want to keep students engaged by giving them meaningful, hands on work.
Hopefully you can approach the student quietly to find out what is the students concern or reason for the behavior. This will help you work with the student to see a way forward.
I like the idea of keeping track of your interactions with each student so a particular student doesn't take up too much of your time. I have had comments on evaluations about this in the past. While I saw it as giving time to that student when they needed it, sometimes it was perceived as favoritism.
I have learned that listening does more good for a student who is upset.
I learned how to approach students who display disruptive behaviors.
Hopefully you can approach the student quietly to find out what is the students concern or reason for the behavior. Hopefully work out a plan to help the student.
How to handle quiet and angry students. Going to look for opportunities to help each student with the new skills learned through this course.
Getting to the root of the behavior issue. Identifying where they need extra support to curve the negative behavior and leaning on their strengths for positive reinforcement.
Teachers need to monitor students at all time. We should be moving around. I liked the 20-second survey idea--stand in a place for 20 seconds, then move on. You need to make eye contact and give each student attention - not just students who misbehave. We also need to make sure all students feel like they "are in the club." If you are faced with an angry student, listen, take notes, and ask them how they feel the situation can be resolved.
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I have learned that walking the classroom during an exam may be disruptive to student testing (although it is recommended at our institution). Also, to be mindful of angry students and remove yourself from threatening situations.
The Harvard example was great for dealing with the "expert". It's not enough to simply understand the concept but you must be able to articulate the concept in such a ways that others can understand it.
How to deal with anger students in difficult situations.
Empathy and compassion go a long way and with students its important to lead with these qualities. Set clear expectations, create a relationship with each student and relate to them in a way that acknowledges we are all human.
Effective student behavior management relies on clear boundaries, proactive communication, and objective empathy. Applying these principles starts with setting explicit expectations early in the syllabus to prevent misunderstandings and maintain consistency. When disruptions arise, addressing them privately preserves student dignity while defusing potential power struggles.
