If you’re like most teachers, you’re in a hurry for much of the school day. Your curriculum is packed. Your schedule is overloaded. You never have enough time. And you’ve been led to believe that there is nothing you can do about it. Rushing … Read more
If you follow a classroom management plan consistently but are still frustrated by how often rules are broken, there is an easy fix. It’s also fast and effective. Here’s how it works: Step One – Identify 3-5 Misbehaviors You’ll notice the same few misbehaviors … Read more
There is an attitude gifted teachers carry with them every day of the school year. It’s extremely rare. But it gives them a remarkable level of authority, presence, and leadership that students strongly respond to. This attitude is comprised of two deeply held viewpoints. … Read more
No, you’re not going to say “I forgive you.” You’re going to offer your forgiveness to misbehaving students internally. That is, within yourself. This is a powerful classroom management strategy that can be a game-changer for both you and your students. Here’s why: It … Read more
When I first entered the classroom as a first-year teacher, I didn’t know what I was doing. Then, as now, teacher ed programs did a terrible job preparing new teachers. However, either by chance or by providence, I had an advantage. And this made … Read more
Here at SCM, we hear from them a lot. Sometimes in the comment section. Often via email or social media channels. The naysayers. The doubters. The excuse-makers. Pointing the finger at everyone and every thing but themselves. You could show them classroom after classroom … Read more
To be an effective teacher, you must be able to get your students’ silent attention anytime you want. If you struggle to do this, then it’s a sign you have poor classroom management. I’ve visited thousands of classrooms and this is always the case. … Read more
All students want to like their teacher. But most of them don’t. The main reason isn’t because they find them boring. It isn’t because they think they’re too strict or too uptight. It’s isn’t even because their teacher is cringy, nerdy, and uncool. Before … Read more