behavior management Three Strategies to Understand and Address Student Misbehavior Successful teachers understand the root of student misbehaviors and address them appropriately. Here are three strategies to apply in your classroom.
teachers Establishing Student Voice: The First Days of School Learn how to emphasize student voice during the first days of school to increase motivation and engagement in the classroom.
student success How to Identify and Manage Student Trauma in the Classroom To drive student success, it is important for teachers to recognize and manage trauma that causes students to fall behind socially, emotionally, and academically. This article helps you understand what trauma is, how to identify students affected, and manage it.
teachers How to Have Difficult Conversations with Students About Their Behavior Have effective, one-on-one conversations that empower your students to make better choices with their behavior, while building (not damaging) relationships. Remember, when people feel right, they behave right.
teachers Determine Effective Consequences for Students: Ask Yourself Two Questions Prior to implementing any consequences to address student misbehavior, always ask yourself these two important questions: 1) Are students aware of what they should be doing, and how? 2) If so, is non-compliance due to a lack of skill or lack of will?
teachers How Teachers Can Improve Student Behavior Without Shame or Punishment Most teachers instinctively go straight for the individual, audible correction. But less-invasive strategies are just as effective in changing student behavior. In addition, they’re less disruptive to the lesson, don’t reward negative behavior with attention, and don’t publicly shame.
teachers 5 Ways Teachers Can Use Non-Verbal Communications to Improve Classroom Engagement Do you sometimes feel that your students don’t respect you? That they zone out during lessons? Or they talk back when you address their behavior? Your body language might be the culprit.
teachers 4 Easy Steps to Implement Student Routines within the First Month of School One of the single most important actions you can take as a teacher at the start of the school year is to plan and execute efficient routines and procedures. Here are the steps to make sure your first four weeks of teaching go smoothly.
teachers How to Minimize Bullying & Foster Dignity for All Students Teresa Bruno, Director of Special Language Programs at Hunter College School of Education, breaks down how to stop bullying and make your classroom a welcoming space for all kids.
teachers Classroom Management 101 NYC DOE Model Teacher, 9-year teaching veteran, and CEO Melanie Smith gives tips and best practices on managing a crazy classroom.