Trending Post: Easy Fixes for Behavior Challenges
For years (literally, like 7 of them), homework passes were my go-to reward. Had a birthday, I gave you a Birthday Pass. Did something above and beyond? I rewarded you with a pass. Get the picture? It was pretty bad…or good, depending on your viewpoint. About a year ago, I had an epiphany. As I…
One of the most important things we can do is build relationships with our learners. This is well documented in the research – A strong teacher-student relationship can mean the difference between engagment and disengagement in the classroom. It can also make a huge difference when it comes to classroom behavior issues and academic outcomes…
Motivation is such a key component of classroom management. Of course, there are those that argue internal motivation to learn should be enough. However, the reality is that that is just not how the world we teach in works. There are some kids who NEED the outside motivation. I think intrinsic motivation is truly a…
The concept of a classroom management plan can feel like a mammoth task to wrap your head around, especially if you’re just starting your journey as a teacher. It’s not a magical solution to erase every challenge or a cure-all potion to guarantee perfect behavior. Far from it, actually. Classroom management plans are fluid, messy,…