As it turns out,, about 85% of the classroom disciplinary issues appear to be caused by >15% of the students. How we deal with this 15% while not disheartening and discouraging the majority of students is the key to creating a working environment for students and teachers, alike.
Introduction To Dealing With Difficult, Defiant And Unmotivated Students Adams
1. Dealing with Difficult, Defiant and Unmotivated Students The following slides are excerpts from the workshop. Contact Barb Adams for more information at (585) 200-8769 or barbarafadams@yahoo.com
4. Activity #2:Now-After-How Classroom management graphic organizer Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
5. Synonyms? Discipline is not the same as punishment. Authoritative is not the same as dictatorial. Consistency is not the same as, well…thesame. Being friendly is not the same as being friends. Having fun in class does not mean that learning is not taking place in class. Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
6. The Difficult or Defiant Students-Whoare they? The unmotivated student who performs below capacity Those with weak social skills who have a hard time getting along with peers The non-traditional learner who has difficulty with the academic demands of the classroom Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
7. Which needs can educators meet?Are we supposed to do EVERYTHING? Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
8. What are the consequences of NOT meeting students’ needs? Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
9. YOU GOT IT! Difficult, Defiant &/or Unmotivated Students! Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
10. Cycle of Conflict Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
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13. Breakingthe Cycle of Conflict Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
14. Address Students Assertively Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students Assertive
15. Clearly communicates expectations to students Expresses disapproval of the specific, inappropriate behavior & immediately follows up with what is expected Does not jeopardize student’s rights Addresses inappropriateness of behavior while allowing student to maintain dignity The Assertive Teacher Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
16. Graceful Exits Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
17. Graceful Exits (cont.) Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
18. Practical Strategies for Success! Your Toolbox Create win-win authority relationships. Make success possible for ALLstudents. Accommodate a wide range of acceptable learning behaviors for the wide range of academic abilities. Make authentic connections with kids. Increase positivity. Support the needs of non-traditional learners. Keep FUN in teaching & learning! Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
19. Enact district-wide discipline codes. Teach students how to follow the discipline code that is rigorously and fairly enforced. Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
20. 3. Implement effective classroom management practices. 4. Implement programs to modify student behavior. 5. Establish alternative placements that should include ‘wraparound’ supports for chronically disruptive students. Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
21. 6.Develop school safety plans. 7. Support the work of families, religious institutions and communities in developing sound character in children. Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students
22. Assessing & Addressing Your School’sDiscipline Code Barbara F. Adams Educational Consultant & Trainer ~ Difficult, Defiant & Unmotivated Students