Use an object like a pointer or a pen to be a "talking stick" to suggest that only the person with the talking stick can speak.
I have learned that I need to possibly set up ways for the students to let me know if they are having difficulty without them interrupting the class. I like the note card idea.
Use positivity instead of negative connotations. You CAN do this!
Seth Soronnadi
That reaction to difficlt students is; "The goal for an accelerated learning environment is to walk the fine line between learner-directed learning and total chaos."
For me, my job is to model teachability in the classroom. I have to exhibit the quality of being the number 1 learner in the classroom and inspire my students to follow that lead.
This encourages the use of positivity and thinking forward with new ideas, but an appreciation of what you do know.
word choices can make or break your relationship with students!
This educates you in using the right words and what to say and what not to say, great information to manage the students as individuals
I feel the methods talked about in this section will help when a student challenges you, I have practiced some of these tricks in the work setting and it does work. When a student is being difficult you don't want them to get you frustrated, it shows you are losing control of your emotions and you might say things as mentioned, the wrong way. Turn the class around and have them refocus on the lesson at hand being positive.
I really appreciated the tips and scripting for when the class gets a little rowdy
Also, I have never felt comfortable putting students on the spot by calling on them, but several people who trained me use this technique a lot and say it helps in keeping students engaged and alert in class. The first thing I am doing the next time I teach is abort this method.
To be posistive and use positive words
