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Angry students

I have found a lot of success when just listening to an angry student and using a method called the 2 minute rule. Give them 1 min to vent then ask them if they need another min. This method I learned from a resource called the 21 ways to diffuse anger and calm people down(Michael staver)

I really like this two minute rule idea! I think it is so important that student know we are here to help and are "on their side". Of course we may not literally be on their side if what they are arguing goes against our own views, but knowing we care about them and want aboev all to help them succeed is so important.

It is not fair that the student has the right to come into the class upset they must show some respect for the instructor

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