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
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
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
“You’re picking on my child.” “I don’t agree with your consequences.” “You may not put my son in time-out.” Perhaps you’ve heard these and other similar sentiments from parents who resist your accountability approach to classroom management. The reason is that the sun rises … Read more
You can combine two or more classroom routines into one or add steps to an existing routine. Either way, longer routines are better. In fact, they’re a must. Here’s why: Purpose Your students need goals to accomplish. They need targets, lined up one after … Read more
No, not freely. Students should never be allowed to talk socially in class whenever they wish. However, when narrowly defined, giving your students the option to talk with their friends for a minute or two during the school day is a smart idea. Here’s … Read more
In this day and age it’s common—and in some schools and districts even mandated—to allow students to make up anything and everything they want. Not happy with your test grade? No problem, just take it again. Forgot your homework? Turn it in whenever you … Read more