Daniel Blanchard  How to Become More Successful with Difficult Students

Daniel Blanchard How to Become More Successful with Difficult Students

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Social Studies, Health Sciences, Biology

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The video discusses the author's journey from a disciplined military background to becoming a successful teacher in an inner-city school. Initially, the author struggled with discipline-focused methods but learned the importance of building relationships with students. The video emphasizes establishing classroom structure and routine, creating a positive atmosphere, and using strategies to manage difficult students. Techniques like non-emotional responses and offering choices are highlighted. The author also shares the value of positive reinforcement and concludes with insights from their book on teaching difficult students.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the speaker initially try to apply in their teaching approach?

A relaxed and lenient style

Military and sports discipline

A technology-driven method

A focus on creative arts

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one strategy the speaker used to establish structure in the classroom?

Allowing students to choose their seats

Using random seating arrangements

Greeting students at the door

Starting with a free discussion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest handling students who try to argue?

Engage in a debate

Ignore them completely

Offer them choices

Punish them immediately

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a technique mentioned for motivating students at the end of class?

Giving them extra homework

Conducting a short quiz

Using a motivational chant

Allowing free time

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way the speaker suggests connecting with students?

Maintaining a strict demeanor

Sharing personal stories

Avoiding personal interactions

Focusing solely on academics

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker recommend sending home to support a positive environment?

Homework assignments

Positive postcards

Weekly reports

Disciplinary notes

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the overall goal of the strategies discussed by the speaker?

To minimize teacher-student interaction

To focus on academic achievements only

To create a supportive and structured environment

To maintain strict discipline