Problematic Students
These kind of students are just out to look for problem, basically they are not motivated and comes to school under the pressure of authorities. No matter what you do they continue this kind of behavior and will try to engage couple of more and make classroom fun house. If you report them they make it more harder. Please help me out.
Charles,
The key is to help them see themselves as being successful in the future. Many of them can only see themselves in the current class, thus the behavior you get from them. By helping them see that they are in charge of their career development you are giving them a chance to help themselves and their families.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
I have found that many of the so called problem students are more interested in impressing their fellow students. They tend to disrupt the class room and have a coment about everything. I sometimes ask those types of students if they would like to stand up and present the material, nobody has been bold enough yet! Some times they will pout and get angry, but when you remind them they are there to make a better life for themselves and their families they usually come around
One of the things I do is take them outside of the class. I find that when taking a student out of the class, the realize it is important. The other students will see this too.
Each situation should be treated as such, based on the student and circumstance. The book, "How to Win Friends & Influence people," helped me to deal with varied people issues, even in my class with problematic situations and students.
I would also add, think before acting about the outcome you are looking to achieve.
Donta,
Also, a private conversation helps to establish rapport with the student so he/she will be open later on when challenges arise.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
I would also like to agree that it is better to address students in privet as opposed to being in front of the class. No one wants to be embarrassed and put on the spot.
Hi Shobha,
Have you attempted to speak with individual students after class about their behavior? I've found that this is sometimes more effective than when I've addressed the students in class. Also, does your school have a continuum of sanctions or any disciplinary procedures for you to follow?
Shobha,
I'm not sure I have any suggestions for you in this situation. You have to have the support of your college administrators and the authority to dismiss students from class when they disrupt the learning of others. If you can't get this needed backing I would consider looking into teaching at another college that will support you.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
