Dealing with Classroom Rule Breakers

The video discusses strategies for dealing with classroom rule breakers. It emphasizes understanding the reasons behind misbehavior, not taking it personally, and using effective communication. The speaker suggests acting as a tool in teaching, having private conversations with students, and involving parents when necessary. The importance of building relationships and community engagement is also highlighted.

What is the primary focus when dealing with classroom rule breakers according to the introduction?

• Building relationships

• Punishing the students

• Ignoring the behavior

• Rewarding good behavior

Why is it important not to take a student's disruptive behavior personally?

• It encourages more disruptions

• It shows students you care

• It prevents emotional reactions

• It helps maintain authority

What is a common reaction from students when they see a teacher is 'shook' by their behavior?

• They become quiet

• They feel empowered

• They feel guilty

• They apologize

What is a key strategy in communicating with students who are acting out?

• Raising your voice

• Using sarcasm

• Staying calm and non-confrontational

• Ignoring them

What should a teacher do if a student continues to disrupt the class after initial warnings?

• Ignore the behavior

• Ask them to step outside for a private talk

• Call their parents immediately

• Send them to the principal immediately

What is the purpose of having a private conversation with a student outside the classroom?

• To punish the student

• To discuss the behavior without an audience

• To embarrass the student

• To give the student a break

If a student's behavior does not improve, what is the next step a teacher should take?

• Give the student extra homework

• Ignore the behavior

• Call the student's parents

• Send the student to detention

How should a teacher approach a phone call to a student's parents about disruptive behavior?

• With anger and frustration

• By demanding punishment

• By blaming the parents

• By seeking a collaborative solution

What is the teacher's ultimate goal when dealing with classroom rule breakers?

• To ensure the student's success

• To avoid parental involvement

• To punish the student

• To maintain classroom silence

What is a potential outcome of effectively handling classroom disruptions?

• Higher student dropout rates

• More frequent disruptions

• Increased student engagement

• Decreased teacher authority