I’ve been teaching for a while now and I know that there are going to be students in any given class you just can’t stand. Maybe they’re rude, maybe they always seem to be the ones who mess up the most in your lessons, or maybe they just don’t like you for some reason. No…
We’ve all had students who seem to know everything. They answer every question with confidence, and they don’t need to study because they already know the material. It can be frustrating for both you and your other students when these kids are always right! But there are ways that you can help them feel like…
How do you define a good teacher? A good teacher is someone who has students excited about learning. They are passionate about their subject, and they make it fun for the class to learn. But what makes these teachers so successful? What are some of the keys to being an amazing role model for your…
Many teachers have dealt with angry parents in the past. Whether it’s a parent yelling at you or one who is being polite, it can be an uncomfortable situation to be in. However, there are ways to deal with these types of situations so that they don’t escalate and become more damaging for both parties…
Parents are often quick to criticize teachers and schools. The problem is that they’re usually not qualified to do so. They don’t know what we’re doing, and sometimes they don’t want to know. Even if parents did have the qualifications, it would be inappropriate for them to share their opinions with us – we should…
Do you know what’s the most important thing in a classroom? A good teacher! That’s why consistency is so important. It helps students feel more secure and it creates orderliness in the classroom. This blog post will explain how to be consistent, why being consistent is so important, and finally offer three ways teachers can be…
Many of us have heard of “positive reinforcement” in the context of parenting. As parents, we know that positive discipline is more effective than negative discipline. When kids are given rewards for good behavior or an incentive to do better, they are more likely to continue on that path. Positive Discipline in education does the…
I’ve always wanted to be a charismatic teacher. I know it’s important because my favorite teachers are all so charming and engaging. But what does being charismatic mean? How do you become more charismatic to your students? This blog post is for new and experienced teachers who want to learn how they can be more…
Modeling is showing how something works, using one’s actions. It can be done with objects or by acting out social situations. Modeling Theory has its roots in Social Learning Theory, which states that learning occurs through observation of other people’s behavior and the consequences of this behavior (Bandura). Since then, there have been many different…
How do you manage your classroom in a way that is both effective and ethical? How do you maintain control without resorting to intimidation or physical force? This blog post will explore some of the most common issues teachers face when it comes to classroom management, and offer suggestions for how they can be dealt…
