student behavior
I have many times address student behavior by getting the student more involved in class
Hi Lynda,
Never let the students police the class. All kinds of problems will begin to happen. You need to be in full control. Perhaps, if there are problems that are distracting to others, talk to those students who are causing the problems so that they see their behavior as disruptive. You may want to begin to set ground rules on Day 1 as to what is unacceptable and what is not.
Patricia
I've had more trouble this quarter with students focusing on other student's habits and behaviors. They make a big deal out of pen clicking, gum chewing, and other irritating behaviors. They come to me and want me to correct these. I try to get them to refocus on the class, but a couple of times they have decided to police the class themselves. This behavior is more difficult for me than the student who is exhibiting the initial behavioral habits.
I agree. Involvment is the key. Keep them interested in the learning by using different teaching methods. Keep them focused on the learning by changing the activity as needed. Be excited about what you are teaching and about being with them. Your excitement and interest in the subject will be contagious. Everyone will have fun and learn in the process.
