So You Think You Can Teach

shapefutures:

• Students who are “loners” are not all going to commit violent acts.
• Students who are different are not all going to commit violent acts.
• Students with mental health issues are not all going to commit violent acts.
• Students who are socially awkward are not all going to commit violent acts.
• …

world-shaker:

Here are four. What would you add to the list?

 1. The 3 Cs: “Be CLEAR on your expectations for behavior and performance. Be CONSISTENT—follow through so students know what to expect from you as a teacher. Be COMPASSIONATE—show your students that you really care about them and want them to succeed.” —Oktobriana Idol

2. Management Matters: “Strong classroom management is the key to teaching. No matter how well you know the content, students can’t learn in a chaotic environment. The simplest way to achieve this is through routines and overplanning. Also, model the respect you want to receive.” —Janet Jennings Maxwell

3. Routines Are Your Friends: “They should be the first things that you teach!” —Mollie Ann Lucot

4. Flexibility Rules: “Relax. Be in control. Be prepared to be flexible!” —Emily Fern Barron

grayer:

Gifted education is one of the most misunderstood branches of education. As an educator, it is more crucial than ever to have a basic understanding of gifted education. As of 2011, the US government has abolished federal gifted funding. Even if your school has a gifted program, you…

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