Dealing with Discipline Problems

Dealing with Discipline Problems

No matter how great your classroom management system is, you are going to run into discipline problems. Even master teachers have the occasional discipline issue. Some things you can do to diffuse a discipline situation are:

1.    Making eye contact with the student - Let them know you see them.

2.    Using a non-verbal cue - Point at the work the student should be completing.

3.    Move toward the student - Proximity is a great deterrent.

4.    Give a verbal hint - During a lecture when a student is goofing off, ask that student a question.

5.    Remind your students about the rules - Direct this to the whole class.

6.    Be clear when asking the student to stop a certain behavior.

7.    Always give the student a choice - "Work on your essay or go to the office."