In this day and age, it’s easy to get distracted by what’s happening in the world. So many controversial issues and differing opinions. So much anger and vitriol. But for the sake of your students, it’s best to set it all aside the moment … Read more
If you’re currently struggling to manage group work, it’s already too late. You’ve missed the boat. There is nothing you can do to fix it unless you’re willing to go back to the beginning. No, I don’t mean to reteach it. I mean to … Read more
In sports, it is said that unless you’re getting better you’re getting worse. It’s true in education as well. Homeostasis doesn’t exist, nor should it ever be your goal. Your push for continual improvement keeps the intrinsic fires burning. It keeps misbehavior at bay … Read more
The strategy is counterintuitive and therefore doesn’t reach many teachers. When a class gets off track, the tendency is to talk. It’s to rehash, remind, and redo. It’s to circle-up the community, lecture and rebuke. And while you may see temporary improvement, it’s unlikely … Read more
In The Happy Teacher Habits, I covered several ways to leave work at a decent hour. This is important because it . . . Lowers stress. Makes the job more enjoyable. Frees you to enjoy your family and hobbies. Helps you avoid burnout. Gives … Read more
It’s not to teach your classroom management plan. With an out-of-control class, bringing up rules right away will fall on deaf ears. No, the first step after losing control or taking over an unruly class is to remove excitability. You see, in poorly behaved … Read more
In 1907, explorer Ernest Shackleton posted an ad that read: Men wanted for hazardous journey. Low wages, bitter cold, long hours of complete darkness. Safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in event of success. He received 5000 applicants. Although the veracity of the ad … Read more
So you’re stressed and fed up and decide to give SCM a try. You click through our website until your eyes are sore. You read a couple of our books. You download one of our classroom management plans. You take notes and study and … Read more