working in a incarcerated setting provides first hand knowledge into some of the most challenging personal issues that affect the outcome in class.
Our students can often be experiencing challenges beyond the scope we may imagine, it is important to have a variety of tools in our toolbox when responding to challenging behavior.
I've learned quite a bit! I'm happy that the methods I've been using in my classroom align with modern CTE techniques, and I really like the idea of creating a weekly soft skills assignment. I think CTE students particularly can benefit from it, since they're so vital to a thriving professional career.
Student suverys are extremly helpful in collecting information about students' interests and goals. Creating a positive learning environment and knowing your students is a way to avoid and/or manage behavior and academic challenges students might face.
I have had many resources available since day one. Looking back to that first year I do wish that I would have utilized the resources more than just trying to make it day by day.
Creating an environment of trust and respect is paramount wonderful and bringing them to the forefront. My being on time and creating environment of professionalism helps to teach the students to do so as well. My time with grading along and providing extensive resources for the students so that all learning styles have a way in which to digest the classroom learning is another way that I show how I honor the diversity among styles. This Covid environment is difficult and teaching both virtual and in class has challenged me.
Engaging students in the learning process has been the most challenging aspect and teaching both virtual and remote. I am often jumping between different learning styles, different computer platforms, different software platforms, and because I teach graphic design and it is a visual – there are other challenges. Some of the modules that we went through extremely helpful organizing and grouping contact and students in a way that engages them. I was also struck by how important my soft skills are. Sometimes we can forget these things because it comes natural.
In terms of creating an environment that engages students in the learning process, some of the most important approaches that I take the ones that like the students know I care, that I respect their time therefore I keep up with grading, correspondence with them and their parents/guardians, and provide as many resources as possible to help him with the assignments. I listen to their stories and assist in ways that are professional and appropriate.
I use PBIS daily and the students love it. And, it is an opportunity to show that I am engaged with them and appriciate their efforts.
Students come into our classrooms with a world of situations and issues that many of us have no idea they have faced. The world is bigger than ever and more diverse and more difficult to navigate than ever before. As a teacher, we must be keenly alert and responsive to what might be happening.
Positive classroom management is very important to feeling confident as a teacher. We have to remember that many students come to our classes with multiple issues and learning is not always their top priority. We need to be understanding and encourage a respectful environment where student want to behave well. It is also important to encourage positive behaviors.
PBIS and Trauma-Informed Practices can help CTE Teachers build positive student relationships, and help eliminate behavior concerns before they arise.
Build relationships, be PBIS active and be aware of student trauma.
I really liked viewing the PBIS website. I've never heard of that particular website and I enjoyed looking through it for a few minutes during the course. I have the website bookmarked and plan on returning for a deeper dive into its contents. Thanks for the link!!!
A challenging student can disrupt a class. Taking the student aside and have a discussion. There may be issues the teacher is unaware of,
and can provide some direction for the student.
As a CTAE teacher we must be challening students to think high level question, just as other content areas would.
Having the resources to help with Challenging students will be very helpful. Currently I have several and it can be a daily struggle for some.
It is amazing what some of our students have had to endure.
Within the HVACR industry, customer service is queen! As a result, this module gave me a lot to think about concerning what my soft skill curribulum should look like. Also, I have several resources for dealing with various situations associated with students.
Hold people accountable and teach respect for one another. Also, be multi demensional to reach multiple generations.
