I actually feel so upset and typically cry twice a day. lol Says it just seems like it might violate a confidentiality issue. 11th May, 2020. got 43 pupils in my class,,,dont really have much problem…bt the kids do really talk a lot,,,will try this…, actually I just break into song dance rap; anything out of the ordinary works with “kids” of all ages because you are doing the unexpected. One can NEVER assume they would do so much better in a given situation…you know, walk a mile in my moccasins…. I’ll mention it to other colleagues here at PCC. When they notice, tell them that each student now has a warning because they were talking after the bell. I tried my ( your) system, but can rarely get past step 2. caring Corey, happy Hannah etc. Please share me your findings whenever you do, Hello, The level of talking decreased dramatically, students were more on task, and I was less flustered. Almost never leave space for transition times between events. 166 Middle School in Beijing, capital of China, May 11, 2020. I am with you. When I first began teaching, I felt a slight anxiety at the thought of students realizing they outnumbered me. My students do not respect me at all, and it’s not just one or two of them–it’s become the culture of our […] WeAreTeachers Staff on December 16, 2014 Now some teachers have a natural air of authority and a voice that commands respect, but I do not have those gifts. Some teachers will give a student a warning by placing a behavior reflection sheet on their desk. It’s the same idea- name + 2 check marks in blue = reward (small piece of candy for example) at the end of class. No one should be publicly berated. This is another method that provides great data for conferences, IEPs, and meetings, especially because it is written by the student him/herself. I believe that when God calls us to teach, He promises the strength & wisdom to do it well. As a sub I learned to make a seating chart of my own quickly as i called roll at beginning of class with eye contact. Any advice?? When a student that often gets a card, makes it through an entire period without a warning, as they are leaving the class I make a point of smiling and telling them I appreciated their participation today. To me, that just seems like we’re passing the buck to someone else and makes us as teachers look weak and ineffective, like we need someone else to solve our problems for us. Students may lose a class dojo point as a warning before they get a consequence. They typically had about 5 to 6 minutes to talk (the time they would have anyway), but they earned it and the classroom was a lot less hectic. Keep up the good writing. They didn’t care because they knew I couldn’t do anything to them really. I just started my first year teaching. It is truly working. each and every students loud voice…. When i was a sub, as I called roll, I would make a seating chart so I knew where everyone was in the class. I’m sorry, but it was almost funny to read what she thought was answer. Students who don’t see their name receive consequences. One real success story has been that of edw.ooo2.globalstudent.org.au/2009/10/11what-makes-a-good-teacher/ In this post, Rachael added a link to her text movie that she had made on what makes a good teacher . I find that the writing on the board isnt very effective because when you give out the assignments they are done half hardheartedly. I thought I was the only one doing it!!! Give students some control. I teach 5th primary in an English/Spanish bilingual school in Mexico. Talk to the leader and persuade her or him to pay attention to classes. Thamk you. Preventive strategies, such as a signal for attention and pulling frequently rowdy students into the hall before class to privately discuss things is much more effective and it doesn’t damage your positive relationship with students. Also, as with a game, their strikes go away at the end of the class. If the student sees their name it’s because they’re doing something good. We aren’t allowed to take away recess bc wellness policy, there is no late bus for after school detention, and I’m firmly against taking up my duty free lunch break for discipline- I’m a bear in the afternoon if I don’t have that alone time. When your daughter has a class of her own someday, she will “get it”! Praise students who are doing well. I also come up with other rewards that I find motivating for my students. Oh I have to add one more thing….Another great way to respond is just to say, “You’re not in trouble. lol Thank you!!!! Then initials on board for kids who didn’t get the hint. Love these suggestions and will implement it in my classroom. Theme Design by Studio Mommy, 10 Good Habits for Kindergarten Students ». I don’t agree with this at all. https://teach4theheart.com/wholebrain. It’s been suggested I start setting up centers, let them move, and not stress about the noise. Determine what the consequences will be each time a student fails to meet one of the expectations on your list. Have you looked into whole brain teaching? Maybe the ringleaders are low academically and trying to mask that through making their friends laugh or impressing them. There is a way to gain control long enough to start over without undermining your relationship with your class. They rarely give me the wrong name when I say this, it takes a little time at the beginning, but well worth it & I can call out warning by name if needed. Second, once the children get used to it, they start urgently shushing each other as soon as I pick up the board marker. Younger grades are easier, but it doesn’t work the same for the older ones! I did too at first, but it works wonders and is actually better for the kids because 1) the classroom is more controlled and 2) they normally don’t end up receiving any actual punishments. Of course, two or three students got their names written, but all in all, I was able to establish order in the class using this method! My applause to you teachers! Remember pulling a card in elementary school? Cool! I could even find a way to lower their grade based on their behavior (thank goodness I had put that bit about “Class Participation” into the course syllabus! And thanks for sharing that resource – I’d forgotten about that one! But I’m not sure what else to do for a consequence. I think I should prevent them from something they value, we need to find everything that they value and take it from them as a consequence. Its surprising how easy it is to remember all their names, and it enabled me to write their names on the board as a warning, as discussed here, confident I had the right child. So classroom teachers …please raise your expectations. Look for My Class is Out of Control… HELP! […] Lesson 6: What’s in a Name? If they could continue to be good they might earn it all back. If there are still a few who persist I speak with them after class and together we come up with a plan. If they had a period of being focused, I would walk over and erase the number and pause long enough for one of them to complain that they were being “good”. Basically, it works because I rarely have to follow through with the sanction! 12. The name on the board just means a quick chat after class about why it is important to listen while I am speaking and if their name ends up on the board again there will be further consequences. Just to show that you mean what you say. I would seek them out and ask them what you’re doing. It took about 15-20 minutes, but they were all fully engaged and appreciated when I remembered them individually. For me, it was a miracle worker. The book is also written in an insightful, realistic, and understandable manner. I agree as long as the talking is related to the lesson. Sounds like it can be an excellent system! This behaviour affects your ability to begin the class. I do this, but have been running into some issues. She tagged it with those exact words and ended up getting a comment from a professor at a university in the USA stating that she was going to show her teacher education students, Rachael’s post so that they could see what a young student liked. Some teachers add positive colors above green, such as purple, for students who are showing extra appropriate behavior. Yes, I would get arguments when I first implemented this, too. (The teachers will make them walk in circles around the blacktop instead of standing on a wall–the kids do not care for it and will avoid it!). Though trying to be positive. Personally, I would not put this behavior visual on display in the classroom. There are a lot of different options for how you can give a warning. I never dreamed that the extreme disrespect and general out of control nature of my students would make me question myself. Of course we should never demean a child, but if they’re not following our rules, it’s okay to call them on it. They need to see consequences and consistency. 30+ Powerful Classroom Management Strategies that Work! I’m trying to “love” this job which is suppose to be my career but I have struggled whether to stay or go. Couldn’t get any respect or attention from the kids no matter what technique (and time, and money, and research, and imagination) applied. So what happened when I started giving warnings? I used this method, and it worked beautifully! I have a blog post people seem to enjoy on different ways to settle a class http://eslcarissa.blogspot.mx/2013/04/10-classroom-management-techniques.html I am shocked 1. that I forgot about this, 2. The last part is important. How to Maintain Classroom Control as a Substitute Teacher. If every day is starting to feel more trying than the last, you might have an out of control classroom. Kind of like getting parenting advice from someone who has no children. A teacher hands out a brochure about COVID-19 prevention and control to a student entering No. Read so many books (on victimisation as well), asked and received so much advice from wise and professional people and I still don’t know how to get that minimum respect. I tried shouting at them and pounding on the table. Disruptive Students? what about younger grades, like second grade? Didn’t remember to use it until my afternoon classes though. Biggest failure of my life. I probably gave out consequences for talking only about ten to fifteen times in an entire year. Argentina is a very special place, people have a lot of energy and, sometimes, very little respect of authority. The First Days of School by Harry and Rosemary Wong explains how to make this method work on a regular basis. Kids don’t always act up because they want to. Releasing a mass of young children at the same time is an invitation for out-of-control behavior. All we need to do is keep learning, growing, and depending on Him. Subbing is it’s own challenge for sure. Linda – great to see you for a moment this morning in church. However, by keipeng our blogs open, students have an authentic audience, have collected many dots on their clustrmaps, gained some wonderful comments and feedback, been highly motivated to write well and present an attractive blog etc. This introduction provides the basics and the first two steps. with regards…. ), but ultimately, I had to worry what the principal, my co-workers, or their paren… No real consequences. Imagine your most terrible course, that’s an easy one here, and let’s not talk about public schools in shanty towns… those are for really brave teachers. Out-of-control behavior ultimately begins when teachers are afraid to rock the boat. The district I work for in Southern California, doesn’t give any training, so I’ve had to learn on my own! As I have argued before, such a ban can single out students with accommodations who need those devices to participate in class… First, I find it sad that teachers are cutting down and criticizing other teachers. I would write names on the board of students who were talking out of turn and put a checkmark on the names for a second warning. I can also choose to except some children from the class punishment (which is always a last resort). It’s about helping students self-correct with warnings so that they avoid consequences. When you’re in a tough situation like yours you have to adapt new strategies – and someone in your school that’s making it work would have some great insight for what works in your situation. I would respectfully tell them I was planning on giving them 10 minutes at the end of the class to talk to each other. Systematic and planned positive interactions can go a long way to decrease the possibility of future problems. Rarely had any problems with the kids. Yes, I agree; this doesn’t work. I did see the ideas listed about taking away play time and giving extra homework, but at the middle school level, the only free time we have is lunch time, and I think following through on extra homework is difficult. Failing public schools should be blamed on out-of-control kids By Cinque Henderson. Students are running around the room, chatting with their friends, or even standing on desks and chairs. When the class are failing to stop talking and give me their attention, and I am just too weary to start clapping or calling for their attention, I go over to the board and start drawing a circle. Get out while you still have your sanity. Just as word of encouragement -for many, this is a skill that takes quite awhile to master. What a better option that is than yelling!Now the obvious downside to this method is that it seems juvenile. Allow your teachers to slowly die of stress, as you retain the “poor” kid. If you can change your behavior, I can change my note/my mind.” This gives kids a change to redirect themselves. secondly i changed my method after my son was 1class In my opinion, it is a practical idea which I will try in my class, thank you! I am very proud of my students because they are taking ownership and responsibility for their behavior after just 3 days of implementing this. This reminds me of the Louis Sachar book, Sideways Stories from Wayside School where the teacher writes the child’s name on the board under the word “discipline” when they break the rules. I tell the class “I am a TEACHER. I find that I rarely have to address inappropriate behavior because once everyone knows that those who behave get the attention, behavior issues decrease dramatically. So when kids come to my room with such a lack of self control it takes up a lot of time taking names and then dealing with the crying. You are absolutely right that I haven’t experienced the worst situations – all I can do is share what’s helped me or others I know in the hopes it will help others. Do you have any advice for a sub who does not often know the names of the students? In the particular school I taught at (and resigned after 4 weeks) it will not work. I also add a rectangle for general class misbehavoiur ( sometimes it isn’t easy to know who is making the noise) and if I colour the space with +2 they get two extra exercises, if + 4, 4 more exercises and so on, the photo was of a VERY disruptive class I had last year…I forgot to tell you I teach English to 11-14 year olds in Italy. In most classrooms, this is possible. I have sung whatever needed to be said, in the tune of whatever we were singing– for example “Billy needs to sit down”. The student body is diverse in both age, race, gender, and socio-economic status. If they really pressed the issue, they’d learn that any power I had over them was illusory. Another note- my kids’ favorite reward to work for is lunch with me (only requires me giving up time, no money)! Well, this seemed a bit juvenile to me, but I tried it, and wow did it work wonders! Rather, afford those students some extra attention so that they know they're welcomed and valued in class. I hate doing that bc they need that time to run off energy, but that;s all I’ve got. There is a terrible attitude among my students towards school snd myself. I would use the post-it idea. hi firstly thanks for methods those i learned her Anyway, try it; it works! Use an Attention Signal It’s some extra work on my part to keep up with, but until my kids can monitor their own behavior this is what works to keep them under control. Writing their names on the board is counterproductive, they actually cheer each other on when they get a check mark (I try not to laugh). There are several good things about this: firstly, I can take as long as I like to draw the circle. LOL I have found that this is also helping me get to know the students’ names since I am looking at them in different places. That’s why I created Classroom Management 101 – to try to put all the pieces together in one place so teachers can make holistic changes and see real results. Yelling only temporarily works. It might be a good idea to bring in the school counselor or a parent during this meeting. After the first couple of weeks, I rarely have to resort to calling them out. I thought of preventing him from going to solve exercises on the board for one day or preventing him from going to the bathroom for two days . Elementary teachers, you have no problem there. I love softball/baseball so mine is a strike system. Im in the peak of quitting this kind of job right now. Also you can get a printable report to give the teacher or administration and notice trends, such as which classes are having behavior issues or which students are repeat offenders. Only 27 kids, which probably sounds great to some, but one of my most crowded classes. Etty20057@gmaol.com. Good substitutes, however, know how to keep students from going crazy while the … Talk to Students Before Class. I really like … Then I was able to call on them by name and also write their name on the board if need be. If you ever have the chance, come to Latin America, and feel what is like to be in a really rowdy class. That didn’t work. I don’t even look forward to going back this year. I used to play a game first thing in the morning, where pupils use an adjective that begins with the same letter as their first name eg. In fact, all that I do in my class is open all blogs, wikis, voicethreads, wallwishers etc. This method has worked well for me on the rare times that I have subbed two or three consecutive days, or if the teacher has left seating charts and the students are in the correct seats, but otherwise it is very hard to use this method. Or have a place on their desk where you write a check with a dry-erase marker or something like that. If the students don’t hear the directions, or all the activity is off task, what is being learned? You simply have to have consequences. I do this with my class but rather than using the bell I will say loudly “everyone listening in 3…” And raise my hand in the air with 3 fingers raised. Question: When I enter the classroom in the morning, learners always appear to be out of control and somewhat disruptive. Here are a few ideas: This method may not be a good fit for everyone. However, we need to focus that energy, rather than letting it run wild, which means every now and again students need to be quiet and let their teacher speak! I tried the calm talkative ways. I also spaced out those students who are usually disruptive. I’m from Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Okay, I couldn’t resist sharing this important tip for free on my blog. I’m a music teacher and am often demonstrating things on instruments or modeling something I want the students to do, so it can become a disruption. I teach high school and I use a warning card. Instead, disruptive students just kept chatting and laughing. He/she can use it however they see fit.” Then I would note talkers on it. For others it establishes that your classroom is not a safe space to make mistakes because the teacher will embarrass you. The dynamics of the room are unbearable and your blood pressure rises as you begin to lose your patience. Additional assignment – they wouldn’t do it, phone call to parents – they didn’t care, detention – they wouldn’t stay, send them to the principal – they wouldn’t go, ask them to leave the class – the wouldn’t leave. I will count down and after one I will say in a conversation voice “everyone listening” and write down the names of anyone still talking. my goal is not to even address the talking or the unruly behavior. I also moved quickly. … I have third graders who say things like, “Who cares?”/ “I don’t even care” because even if I do follow through on a phone call home, or a referral to the dean, or 5 minutes off free time, etc. My students are out of control tell. Lining up to leave the classroom for any school day activity be that recess, lunch, or an “extra” class like music or PE. A clipboard or a notebook can be utilized to track which students you have given warnings to. I would like you to help me please by an exchange of rmails. Many teachers struggle with classroom management. It is important to teach your child the skills they need to be more in control of themselves. I wrote the cumulative minutes lost on the middle of each circle. The names on the board works a lot better. I think sometimes we are too concerned about kids’ self-esteem. The moment you’re confronted with an out-of-control class, what works best is to slow everything way down. Sure, many of the class is on board with learning, but they have been robbed by inaction on the part of the administration. tell me how maintain discipline in class.. I had repeatedly told them that this behavior was unacceptable, but I wasn’t following through with anything, and I wasn’t sure what to follow through with. Catching them and publicly shaming them is NOT ok. It can take a bit of time depending on how far out of control they’ve gotten, but done right, it’s a rock-solid, proven method. You can give the kids a number so it is not their name posted. Running out of the class as an instance of dangerous behavior can be challenging because this type of behavior puts the child or other children in … CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Case Studies Case Study #1 Problem: Mr. Lewis repeatedly had problems when leading a class discussion with his eighth graders. The third time and they go home early on the kindergarten bus! But if you’ve had trouble keeping order in your classroom, I do highly recommend that you try it. I’d love to visit international schools at some point. I think that there are certain demographics that simply do not lend themselves to allowing teachers to succeed in meaningful teaching. Gain SS attention by doing your classes interesting enough. Stand at the door and talk to students as they arrive in the class. At the end, it was my challenge to go around the whole class naming each. They talk out, talk to each other, and writing their name is a joke to them. I don’t at all. Give it a try! I don’t mean all of them, of course, but even one or two kids screaming and running around is enough to make the lesson impossible. | Teach 4 the Heart, http://eslcarissa.blogspot.mx/2013/04/10-classroom-management-techniques.html, https://thecornerstoneforteachers.com/the-2×10-strategy-a-miraculous-solution-for-behavior-issues/, https://teach4theheart.com/2014/12/08/a-miracle-working-idea-to-tame-your-out-of-control-class/. The login page will open in a new tab. I’m not talking the class where students are out of their desks, a little louder than usual, but still learning — I’m talking the class where the teacher has lost control. School of Fashion Technology and Design. You have the skills that proved unreachable to me. I'm here to provide practical advice and Biblical encouragement so you'll have the confidence and perspective to not only inspire your students but reach their hearts as well. Bad grades, turned lights, threats of detention–they simply do not care. It is at the point where I can just pick up the eraser and they will shush each other. I have a couple of things that have worked for me: I teach music, and this idea was given to me by a colleague: I write the word “MUSIC” on the board. A grown-up bullied by children – quite pathetic the feeling. I made a chart with their names with Velcro. Working at the plant is what they aspire to if they have aspirations at all. … I’d like to meet their parents & find out what magic pill they used! I have one empty desk, so I have tweaked and re-tweaked the seating chart trying to find a way to seat everyone without the problem students being able to interact. I believe that students as in life should suffer their own consequences and figure for themselves where they are going wrong. … It’s just a warning.” This normally helps lower defenses & help them realize it’s not the end of the world…. In addition, I found that I hardly ever actually had to give out any discipline. […], […] you don’t know what else to do, check out my posts If Your Class is Out of Control and How to Calm a Disruptive Class. Instead, put something on the student’s desk that is maybe magnetic and you can put a yellow magnet down for “warning” and a red magnet down for “see me at recess.” This way students are not embarrassed but you can still manage behavior. Ms. Thanks for sharing your situation. But sometimes I feel this is not my place… or that I have to adapt things too much. It’s how it works now, many school authorities don’t want to have troubles with parents. Create a behavior visual for students so they can see what kind of day they are having. It has great and innovative teaching tips that are culturally responsive and student centered. Ended up teaching individually only. This way those who are doing the right thing are getting the attention. Such is life at the moment. I think the tech savvy version of this is ClassDojo http://www.classdojo.com. After the incident, the vice principal gave Alphonse a one-day suspension. The goal isn’t to embarrass them though. In fact, it was often a bit of a disaster. If that doesn’t work, I will tell them what I’m marking for and how many without naming specific children ( ex. I will be trying this on Monday. One student suggested rewarding the good behavior with a home run list and I will be getting that ready to implement over spring break as I want to include prizes. I frequently read your post and It shows that you know A LOT. I try to do this with everything: notice good behavior and reward it in some way, even by just thanking the student. Additionally, for you, as the teacher, this puts a much more positive spin on your day and a more positive atmosphere in your classroom. I will definitely give this a try! Students need to be corrected in a developmentally appropriate, sensitive way. When students started talking, I would erase the 10 and write 9, without saying a word. To give a warning, the teacher "pops" a bubble by putting an X on it with a wet erase marker. become a problem quickly and easily if there are no organization strategies put into place Also – if you notice, this strategy is not really about punishment at all. Just put a post-it in front of them and have them write their name. With that said, I am a 30 yr. Even with the best advice and mentorship, it can take a year or two (or more) to really start figuring it out. Just got placed in a classroom of 6th graders in the middle of the semester because their teacher suddenly quit. But there is an element of respect when the teacher is speaking the students should be quiet and listen right? ​​. I’m sorry you had such a tough time, Amy. Thank you for the tips. Also, as a teacher new to this urban middle school, I often am met with a “that’s not fair because everyone else is talking” response. Thanks for sharing. You claim that you wouldn’t berate a student for a mistake, that should apply to student work, not student behavior–they need to see that there is a difference. after the 3 warning system, there’s no TRUE follow through. therefore all the students not fear with me. I’m Gen X and their was much more respect and discipline when I went. In many states it is illegal to put a child’s name on the board for behavior reasons. I believe God has called me to this but I can’t say that I really want to do it much more. So glad to hear it’s working so well for you! In fact, I often struggle with losing my voice altogether. Classroom Management Solutions: 3 Days to Regain Control, When Your First Year Teaching is Harder Than You Thought It'd Be | Teach 4 the Heart, Should We Ever Yell at the Kids? They are disruptive, cuss in teachers faces, get up and do what they want, leave the classroom (this was the first 2 days). This was a big winner for many substitute teachers I had growing up! Wow, thanks for this! They SHOULD, but how many kids do you know who actually do what they should all the time? at the bottom of the list. If you can’t at that moment, maybe come up with some sort of modification. 2 or 3 warnings results in whatever penalty is appropriate (even if it’s just that you’ll refer their name back to their regular teacher.). Many students zone out and lose interest. Please log in again. Hi Heather, I am a full supporter of keipeng blogs open. Something that works for me is to put the names of the children who are cooperating on the board instead of those who aren’t (I teach elementary so you would have to try it with middle schoolers to see if it is as effective.). At my last school I only joined the circle once; in the most difficult Supply job I had, I drew about 4 circles in a row but it worked and I got the class under control. Teacher Janelle writes: “We’re almost halfway through the school year, and my classroom management is out of control. 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