#CaringClassroom Archive
The #CaringClassroom Chat explores positive teacher-student relationships, classroom management, and engaging and supportive instruction. Join us on Sundays @ 8:00 PM CST/9:00 PM EST.
Monday September 26, 2016
My name is Maury. I teach 6th ELA in TN
Mark, Middle School Religion, Just outside of Washing ton D.C.
A1: I begin year with "not your buddy" speech. Follow it with "I'm your surrogate Dad from 8-3" speech.
Q1: Believe it or not, I find that structure and routine actually helps. Kids know what to expect and can depend on it
Awesome! https://t.co/eHkZYN1Nt0
A1: I begin year with "not your buddy" speech. Follow it with "I'm your surrogate Dad from 8-3" speech.
Agreed! https://t.co/gJ3Aa8P6ij
Q1: Believe it or not, I find that structure and routine actually helps. Kids know what to expect and can depend on it
I always mention, I am friendly, but I am not your friend. I am your teacher. Definitely want to keep roles.
A1: Kids say "I'm real". Whatever that means LOL.
So right! https://t.co/r7hhwM7TVO
I always mention, I am friendly, but I am not your friend. I am your teacher. Definitely want to keep roles.
A2: Give them a chance to self-correct. Then, we have a talk about making decisions and the path that he/she is beginning.
Giving students a voice is important. https://t.co/3UM7L2OUDj
A2: Give them a chance to self-correct. Then, we have a talk about making decisions and the path that he/she is beginning.
A2: Proximity..Indirect Warning...direct warning..conference and if necessary,consequence
A2: You never know what a child is going through at home. It's great idea 2 talk about behavior and see if there is a cause
Proximity can work wonders, can prevent a lot of misbehaviour from happening https://t.co/LEfITxzywC
A2: Proximity..Indirect Warning...direct warning..conference and if necessary,consequence
A2: pt2 No one wins in a power struggle...No one!!!! Diffuse and de-escalate as best as you can
Hello! I'm Jessica and I teach a grade 2/3 split in Regina.
So true! https://t.co/XeiCBh4wMw
A2: You never know what a child is going through at home. It's great idea 2 talk about behavior and see if there is a cause
A1: I believe in being consistent and having high expectations.
Agreed! https://t.co/Wn1hEQU603
A2: pt2 No one wins in a power struggle...No one!!!! Diffuse and de-escalate as best as you can
Welcome Jessica! Great to chat with you again!
A2: Always remain calm. Try to get to the root cause.
teach the students the routine you want, be firm and consistent, and be respectful
Sometimes hard to do, but definitely worth it. https://t.co/MiNzxcfRUS
A2: Always remain calm. Try to get to the root cause.
Exactly! https://t.co/Ixc2Zvs6ce
teach the students the routine you want, be firm and consistent, and be respectful
A3: Talk to them. Ask them about their football games. Go to their football games. Ask them about doctor appts. 1 word-CARE
A3: Students see that you care about what they like and incorporate it into lessons and activities.
Q3: When students engage in their learning, They enjoy their learning. The relationships will always be positive!
Yes!!! https://t.co/SKIuIU9Osy
A3: Talk to them. Ask them about their football games. Go to their football games. Ask them about doctor appts. 1 word-CARE
A3: "Be nice to us. Teachers would be surprised how far that goes." told to me by a former student
I agree! I try to do that as best I can.
Giving students voice . . . https://t.co/sYC1gYeB9u
A3: Students see that you care about what they like and incorporate it into lessons and activities.
A3: I have been using news articles about Charlotte, Tulsa, & MLK. They are enjoying the talks because they are interested.
I find they are less likely to misbehave, and the relationships strengthen as a result. https://t.co/hM5jYtUx8y
Q3: When students engage in their learning, They enjoy their learning. The relationships will always be positive!
Simple but profound. https://t.co/xiM1kMneFd
A3: "Be nice to us. Teachers would be surprised how far that goes." told to me by a former student
Absolutely! https://t.co/XNXPWFNiLC
A3: I have been using news articles about Charlotte, Tulsa, & MLK. They are enjoying the talks because they are interested.
A4: The more people we have helping and caring for students the better. It helps build classroom community.
Managed behavior and strong relationships usually follow good instruction.
A4: Intervention time is not for dumb Ss, it's for getting better. I brag on their achievements and improvements.
I agree. https://t.co/xnV1SJPsa1
A4: The more people we have helping and caring for students the better. It helps build classroom community.
Q4: Students, parents and colleagues will see that you visibly and measurably care!
Growth mindset . . . https://t.co/duwCutcAUX
A4: Intervention time is not for dumb Ss, it's for getting better. I brag on their achievements and improvements.
And isn't that why we got into this profession to begin with . . . https://t.co/DzsiiaaQQj
Q4: Students, parents and colleagues will see that you visibly and measurably care!
Q4 pt 2 One of my great colleagues who has since retired, was always helping students before/after school and during lunch
A4: When I brag, I use their name. They love hearing their name. They light up.
I agree wholeheartedly! https://t.co/VnGC4vgMyR
A4: The moment you provide that extra help students realize you do care, the momentum you create makes a big difference
I Believe this happens on week one, if you don't train them, you lose them. I use Champs.
Yes...and June, July and August... ;-)
That's awesome! https://t.co/jj4oLh3MpM
A4: When I brag, I use their name. They love hearing their name. They light up.
LOL . . . that doesn't hurt.
A5. Create a safe place. If I'm in a bad mood, I tell them. They do the same. Open and honest communication is key.
Communication, Help, Activity, Movement, Participation, Success
A5: I try to limit using my "teacher voice." and when I do, I make sure I give a warning before or explain why after.
A5: Consciously thinking about lighting, what is on the walls and having comfortable seating.
You are so right! Teachers are people too. https://t.co/HVwNOn3Eig
A5. Create a safe place. If I'm in a bad mood, I tell them. They do the same. Open and honest communication is key.
A5: They know everything about me. We even have "Mr. Wood" questions on quizzes and they like getting those right the best.
A5: I am all-time quarterback during recess. The boys love it. I move pretty good for 38 according to them lol
Thank you for the great chat tonight! So many wonderful ideas shared! Please join us next week. https://t.co/PUwVd1LPXu
That's great! For sure they would love it! https://t.co/D7rpEL8Ojl
A5: I am all-time quarterback during recess. The boys love it. I move pretty good for 38 according to them lol
i am so glad I found this chat, Love it
Great chat tonight! Have a great week. Try to see the dignity and light in all you encounter this week. I'll try too!
