Nonverbal teacher responses
One good point made in this module and one I firmly believe in is that teachers do not always need to verbally respond to student misbehavior. Just moving closer to the student or giving that subtle look can tell the student all they really need to know to get them back on task.
I think this is a good idea. Some people don't handle "face to face" interaction very well, especially when it may seem negative. An e-mail is a more private way of letting them know any problems or concerns. In the e-mail you could always offer to talk in person if they prefer.
I like that idea too, although I always think face to face is more effective and can also be documented.
I think another non verbal response is just pausing, right where you are, and waiting for those disruptive or not paying attention, to come around. It also gets the class looking around the room to find the "culprit", which can bring them into paying attention quicker.
Hi Gerard,
I think this is a super idea! Privacy is a must, and most students handle this type of action very well.
Patricia
How about sending an email (thru the school's portal) to the rather "difficult" students about their performance? I feel this clearly documents the instructor's attempt to address the student's behavior/performance in class, and is subtle and private so that the student does not feel embarassed in any way.
What do you think?
Hi Michael,
Instructors nonverbal gestures can act as a great attention grabber.
Patricia
I find that when I walk around the room to point out details on training aids that I am talking about, the students all turn in their seats to see what I'm pointing out. If it just "happens" to be behind someone that's not paying attention, that student will look up to see what the noise is and see the whole class looking straight at him, without me saying a word.
