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Teachers have a huge impact on students’ classroom management. A lot of that is due to how they manage themselves. Teachers’ body language can influence their classroom management in several ways. For example, if a teacher is slumped over at her desk or looks disinterested in her students, they may be less likely to respect…
There are many different types of students in any given classroom. Each student has their own strengths and weaknesses. In some cases, a teacher may have a student who is weaker than the others in the class. This can be difficult for both the student and the teacher. There are a few strategies that can…
In every classroom, there are always those students who seem to be cool and popular. They make friends easily, get along with others, and seem to have everything together. For a teacher, this can be a challenge. How do you handle the cool students in the classroom without alienating the other students? In this…
Do you have a student in your class who is constantly negative and always seems to have something to complain about? Dealing with complainers in the classroom can be a challenge. In this article, we will explore some tips for managing these students. First, it is important to understand why these students are complaining…
When a student shuts down in the classroom, it can be difficult for both the student and the teacher. When a student shuts down, it is important to try to determine the reason for the shutdown. The most common reasons are that the student is feeling overwhelmed or is experiencing frustration with the work.…
It is no secret that students are under a lot of pressure. From standardized tests to high-stakes assignments, students are constantly under the gun to succeed. While it is important for students to work hard and achieve their academic goals, it is also important for them to find ways to relax and enjoy life. …
The word “with-it-ness” is often used in the context of mindfulness, or the state of being present in the moment. However, “with-it-ness” can also be thought of as a quality of awareness that extends beyond the self. When we are with-it, we are open and receptive to what is happening around us. We are…
You might be thinking of what cultural capital is and why it is important for education. The concept was first introduced by Pierre Bourdieu in his book “Distinction” (1984). He defined cultural capital as a set of skills that are acquired through socialization into an elite group or class. These skills include knowledge about art,…
There is no one answer to the question of what constitutes effective instruction. Effective instruction can be defined in a variety of ways, and it may vary depending on the context in which it is used. Generally speaking, however, effective instruction is considered to be any teaching method or approach that leads to students learning…
