What To Do When Students Talk Too Much
If you consider problem behaviour as a lack of skill, in much the same way students may lack literacy or numeracy skills, this can give you clues as to the most effective approach:
Managing conflict
10 Non Verbal Ways For A Student To Gain Teacher Attention
Have you ever heard your name called so often in class you threatened to change your name just so no one could call on you?
Teaching your students alternative ways of accessing your attention will contribute to smooth running of the classroom, help manage behaviour problems and save your sanity! Teach and model non-verbal ways of communicating to your students.
How To Develop Self Regulation In Your Students
While as educated adults we know that to lead a healthy lifestyle we should drink less red wine, eat less chocolate, exercise regularly and have plenty of sleep, we don’t always do it!
That’s because we are all continually developing our self-regulation skills.
Your students are the same. They may know what to do, but lack the self-regulation skills to always act appropriately.
6 Ways To Build A Positive Classroom Culture
Having a positive classroom culture is one of the most important elements of a successful learning environment and thus teachers should actively work towards creating a classroom culture that encourages participation and student success.
How To Prevent Disruptive Student Behaviour
Prevention is always better than cure. Use these foundation teaching skills to prevent most behaviour problems before they arise…
Developing A Whole School Approach To Behaviour Management
While there is no quick fix for the difficulties schools face with the behaviour of some students, many of the issues can be mitigated by having a positive whole school behaviour management approach. Schools that work well with students with challenging behaviour, usually work well with all students. It is about putting most of our efforts into positive, proactive strategies and having a solid foundation.
How To Have A Stress Free Classroom
How to Have a Stress Free Classroom
Set Up To Win The Game!
I recently read an article about the current Bridezilla phenomenon. The American documentary series of the same name explores what happens to seemingly ‘normal’ girls once they are planning a wedding- on the TV show they often become uncontrollable, bullying, emotional and use whatever means necessary to get what they want. All this to plan what is supposed to be the happiest day of their lives!!
How To Develop Routines That Work
Here is a good way to think through how to develop routines that work for you and your students.
What it usually means is that the teacher has invested time and energy into teaching the students the routines that they need to follow. This means that the teacher has decided on the behaviour they want to see in the classroom and designed processes that will work for the particular class.
The Importance Of Listening
How well you listen can impact your relationships greatly. Here are 6 areas where better listening can create a shift in your effectiveness in and out of the classroom.