Category: Classroom Management Principles

Rudeness is a common occurrence in today’s classrooms. It can be hard to deal with and often it makes us feel frustrated, sad, and angry. When we are feeling this way, it is important to remember that the rude student doesn’t have anything personal against you–they just don’t know any better. This blog post will…

Every teacher has a student who talks during class. It’s hard to know how to deal with this problem because it can be so different for every person. There are many ways you can discipline the talkative student, but they all depend on your personality and what type of classroom environment you want to create.…

I know many of you have had to deal with an arrogant student at some point. Some of them are very hard to handle and can make teaching a lot more difficult. So, I have compiled this blog post about how to deal with the worst types of students. Whether it is their attitude, what…

We’ve all had a student who has lost their temper and lashed out. It’s never fun, but it is something that happens from time to time in the classroom. How you handle these situations can make or break your relationship with a student. Read on for some tips on how to deal with a child…

This article will discuss how to deal with a student who talks back. Many children are full of life, energy, and curiosity! However, some students have trouble paying attention in class or following instructions – these are the kids that talk back to their teacher. It can be frustrating when you’re trying your best to…

Lying seems to be a common occurrence in the classroom. From little white lies about their weekend plans to more serious claims that they didn’t do what you saw them do with your own two eyes. How can we as teachers deal with this? What should we tell them when they lie? Read on for…

Teachers and parents often ask this question: “Can I force my student to do something?” The answer is probably not. In the past, teachers have been able to use physical coercion, such as corporal punishment, in order to get students to comply with their instructions. However, spanking has been banned in many states in the…

Teaching is an extremely rewarding job that comes with many challenges. One of the most difficult situations to manage in a classroom can be students who steal from their classmates. It becomes even more complicated when the stealing student is not only one who trusts you, but also one who likely looks up to you.…

“As a teacher, you’ll be in the trenches with students every day. You may notice that there are some phrases you should refrain from saying to your student.”  This blog post will teach or remind teachers how they can avoid triggering negative feelings and emotions in their students. Teachers need to know what not to…

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…