troubled students
what techniques can you recommend for dealing with a troubled student
Pam,
Good point and something we need to remember as we approach the classroom each time.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
We all have issues! Its important to have a open mind. Always be positive,kind and understanding.
Faculty members have great influence in the lives of their students. It is crucial that we try identify students who may need intervention and referral to help prevent these fragile students from falling in the cracks Students' futures can be saved by not turning our backs on students' problems and their situations.
Allen,
Good plan and one that shows the other students you are the learning leader.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
It is very important to take bad behavior students
away from the class and discuss a correction.
Sometimes that is all that it takes, if not off to see student services.
Walt,
Good advice and advice that I know will benefit many instructors, especially those just starting their careers. Listening is a powerful learning tool that we all need to learn how to use.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
The techniques used to deal with a troubled student really depends on their specific behavior. It is true that disruptive students cannot be tolerated in class but I often wonder why this type of student is exhibiting disruptive behavior and if there is anything I can do to mitigate it. My first step is to put a stop to this behavior immediately so the rest of the class sees my actions as decisive. After class is over, I attempt to converse with the student one-on-one to get to the bottom of his issues. Sometimes the student is willing to talk and sometimes not. It can take a few days for the student to open up. Patience is key here. One thing I have found is that at least some disruptive students are looking for attention as a result of their families not listening to their concerns at home. Sometimes, all it takes is for a caring instructor to listen to them and their problem may go away. I have solved many problems in my classroom like this by simply listening to my students.
Yvette,
I think disruptive students sometimes forget that this is not high school. They can be dismissed from a class. In addition, they have elected to attend the class via their enrollment in the college. They should want to attend and participate rather than disrupt because of the money they spending to receive an education. They also, need to know the college will not let them interfere with the education of others.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
It is important in todays scenario with troubled youths that we handle this problem properly and through the right channels. Take threats seriously but handle outside the classroom
I agree that one bad students can lead to complete loss of control of the classroom. This is a great guestions. Knew instructors don't know that they have the right to put a student out of the class. I always inform my instructors that we never engage in bad behavior. We always take the problem outside the classroom.
I agree that the question was too vague to easily answer. My first thought was that the student had personal issues that may need to be handled by the school support staff. If they are distrupting the entire class the issue needs to be addressed immediatly and the individual redirected to address specifics outside the scheduled class time or during break.
One bad thread can lead to a complete loss of classtime if not handled smoothly and quickly.
Mark,
It depends on the kind of trouble you are having with the student. If he/she is troubled as in mental issues or life challenges such as addiction, etc. then you should immediately refer that student to the Student Services office. If the student is a trouble maker or hard to manage then have a private talk with the student and see if you can reach an agreement that will enable you to manage the classroom and the student perform as is needed. If the student will not or does not work within the class then you should inform your administrator and remove the student from the class. An individual student does not have the right to disrupt the learning of others.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
