Classroom Management Strategies | How do get your students to stop and listen | Kathleen Jasper 

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It’s so tough your first few years. But if she can hang in there and apply some of these tactics, it will get better. Thanks for using my resources and taking the time to comment. 😊

@KathleenJasperEdD it runs in our family, we ate all teachers but times have change and it is so much difficult in schools that need most thr help.

Absolutely. Sometimes, you have to use both!

You're very welcome! Implementing these strategies can indeed contribute to a more organized and effective learning environment. Best of luck in applying these principles to your class. Wishing you a successful and enjoyable teaching experience! ~Yiana Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC

Hi there. Thank you for sharing this technique. It’s a valuable reminder of the impact of our words and actions on student dynamics and learning experiences. ~Kathy Customer Support at Kathleen Jasper LLC

Our just scan their books/ laptops/ etc & comment on how you notice everyone isn't there yet & that you're waiting on everyone to get there

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you found the ideas helpful. Moving from 8th grade to 6th grade sounds like an exciting transition, and I'm sure your extensive teaching experience will be incredibly valuable. Keeping the positive praise flowing can truly make a difference in the classroom. Best of luck with your new grade level! ~Kathy Customer Support at Kathleen Jasper LLC

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That’s a great idea! I’m glad you found the video helpful.

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I understand this is frustrating. They can't even keep cell phones out of prison. So keeping them out of the classroom is probably not going to happen. I used to allow 5 min at the end of the period, provided they engaged in the lesson and completed their work, for a little free time. During that time, I allowed them to use their phones. But you have to make sure you're adhering to school policy. If it is just on or two students on their phones, I would ignore them and give all the praise and attention to the kids who are doing the work. Look at them and let them know how much you appreciate them and their participation. Throw all your energy to the kids who are doing what they're supposed to do. Then maybe even give some extra credit or reward. This is called planned ignoring. You will ignore the phone behavior and only focus on the kids who are working. Eventually, the phone kids will want the positive reinforcement and put down their phones. You could also say, "I've noticed some of you are on your phones while I am giving instructions or when we're supposed to be engaging in the lesson. But just know that I will not be putting any of my efforts toward you. If you want to ignore me and be on your phone, that's your choice. I will be focusing my attention on those who want to work with me and learn today. And please understand that I will not be providing you with clarification on what we did; I will not provide those answers. You can google it on your phone." Make sure you document those who are on their phones, so if the parents ask, "Why did you not answer my student's questions?" You can say, "I let everyone know my phone policy and the consequences of using their phones when I am instructing. I even set time aside after class for 5 min of phone time. Your child decided to be on her phone from 11:15 - 12:00 even after I set the expectation. She made the choice to stay on her phone." Phones are super annoying. Look around at a faculty meeting and see all the teachers on their phones. It's difficult to eliminate them completely. Hope that helps.

I agree!! They are just addicted!! In my class cell phone use is strictly prohibited AND they still take it out and use it

@@KathleenJasperEdDI need to role play this . Any workshops I can go too ?

Makes total sense, and it’s a great question. I would make it a lesson. In fact, the best way is to spend a couple of days on procedures only. For example, the objectives for that would be: 1. Students will understand the procedures for transitioning from math block to ELA block. 2. Students will work through the 5 steps of this transition. 3. Students will evaluate why this procedure is important and ask clarifying questions. Then practice it over and over until they get it. I will do a follow up video on this, but I do talk about this in depth in my book TEACH: A Survival Guide for New Educators.

Thank you. It’s my office :)

Absolutely! I am not an expert in PreK. However, these strategies work for ever type of student and every level. The key is to communicate and practice expectations, procedures and routines regularly. The teachers who have amazing classroom management practice, practice, practice all the time. Hope that helps and thank you so much for watching and commenting.

This video is so helpful. I just started teaching high school geometry and it has been tough. I'm doing the 3-step procedure 1st thing tomorrow. Question: how do you catch up students who are repeatedly absent? Is it even possible?

Great question. It would be difficult. What you could do is be explicit about your expectations. I used to say, “Your teacher is out today. It’s really difficult for Ms. _____ to take the day off because there is so much work to be done when she comes back. I want to do my best to meet her expectations of me so she can come back and not be swamped. Will you help me do that?” And then lay out the objectives or activities for the day and your expectations about behavior (raise your hand, eyes on me when I’m talking, complete the assignments, etc.) Then if they start to lose control, just revisit the expectations. I would also write them on the board or display them. And keep it to like 3 main expectations. When I ask for students’ help, they always try to step up. No matter how difficult the kids might be, they always want to help. 😊

No, I don’t. However, I can do one. Can you be a little more specific as to what grade level and what you’re trying to do? Thanks!

@@KathleenJasperEdD I’m teaching 3rd/4th grade and I’ve been looking for more information on teaching math and reading as well as how to set up the class.

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Keep practicing the procedure.

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After I am done instructing and the others are working on something, I would privately meet with each one and give them a choice: either meet my expectations, or go sit in another area by themselves. I would say, "You have two choices. You can either stop talking and follow the expectations of my classroom. Or you can go in the back and sit by yourself for the rest of the block. What's it going to be? It's up to you." Allow them to choose. If you have to wait for an answer, wait. If they choose to pay attention and participate, I would let them know that if they disrupt again, then will be going to the back of the room. I would also try to give them a job or something to keep them busy. Make sure they are not sitting next to each other.

@@KathleenJasperEdD Oooh that's good. Because that is what is going to happen to me. Now I know how to handle it. Thank you.

That's ok. "Friends" is a good one. I did not do that when I taught because I was very young (at the time not now LOL) and I taught high school. I used the term students instead.

@@KathleenJasperEdDMy main issue is after lunch . The students are restless and I’m yelling more than usual which gives me a headache . Do you provide an online course or in person class ?

I can't believe you can't call them boys and girls anymore. I teach at a Catholic school so I can still say boys and girls. My kids even leave at the end of the day "ladies first" and the boys hold the door and the girls have to say "Thank you."

My pleasure. Glad you found it helpful.