angry students
This is seen so much as many adult learners have so much going on in their everyday lives then having school on top of it causes some issues. These issues are then usually taken out on the professor who has nothing to do with the issues that the learner is facing.
Listening is the key. It is important that you let them know that you want them to succeed.
I agree and have found success with angry students when reinforcing the understanding that class is a "safe" place to be heard.
I like the idea of having the meeting where you just listen. Taking notes is a great idea as well. It really shows the student you are listening and concerned.
We can encourage them to try and "remove" themselves for a short period of time while at school in order to pursue a better life ultimately.
This is commonly the case, when students are angry and venting they simply have the need to be "heard". While instructors can be great sounding boards for a student's frustrations, it is important to keep things in perspective.
Hi AnnaMarie,
Our students certainly need us. They have a boat load of personal problems, and for a lot of our students coming to school is really their positive outlet.
Patricia Scales
Your absolutely right Luciana. As adults, adding the addtional stress of school to family, finances and personal relationships, there can be numerous things the students are upset about and dealing with, however, they take out their frustration at school. I think the material was actually pretty right on regarding "listeing". I have found that they just need to vent!
