One Classroom Management Secret

[@TeachersMakingTheBasicsFun]

I'm all for positive peer pressure. I find complimenting positive behavior always helps to promote better behavior in everyone.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

If we understand that positive peer pressure can work with us, why not use it for the greater good? Thank you so much for your comment!

[@yennguyen-is3fy]

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[@msjoannagray]

This is one of my secrets when dealing with teen groups working in probation jails for years

[@akaz8285]

You are very emotional teacher. I can tell that you love teaching. Your students are lucky to have you to be their teacher.

[@carolmichael8585]

Yes! This is exactly what must be done in a society that has so much hate. My heart aches for these children of this generation. We have to help them to learn to love one another ❤

[@iteachwithfaith7496]

That's right

[@rosalindarcher6060]

I think what she says is genius. The popular kid is most often the rebellious one and the voice of dissension. Not the people pleaser or the compliant. If you can divert his or her personality strengths to helping or managing the little ones (or whoever) in a constructive way then JOB DONE! And seriously no need to apologise. It’s just psychology and positive at that, what else you going to be spending your day saying , “NO, don’t do that” etc etc. How constructive is that? xxx

[@kidsartclub3379]

I have used that strategy you mentioned with the popular kid and it has really helped. Actually, this popular kid used to be very rude to me and his peers, but with the strategy , he changed and now he follows all my instructions and really trusts me.

[@lisalmenard3828]

What a true first statement! Teacher of 15 years...going into my third year in first grade.

[@lolalassiterwhite1984]

I'm just starting my journey as a student in the teaching field. I'm learning so much!!! Thanks for this video.

[@MrJessietyson]

Complementing the popular kid for being on task is maniacally genius

[@captainrorz718]

im leaking it so they know what there trying to do

[@adowney974]

Giving classroom jobs, building rapports, DoJo points all work. Building rapport with pupils is v important! How are you today? I like the way you did that work, that was very tidy, John! Being specific about the praise! Engaging lessons, projects on an area they are interested in e.g. superheroes, tractors, dolls, movies … whatever they are interested in!

[@jhmstagg9104]

Yes I came on for the worst-case scenario version and you gave some sound advice thank you

[@DrChristie]

This is so essential even for School Counselors and it is often not a part of our program components.

[@electro9442]

I’m a primary school class monitor who has problems with the class being noisy, thankfully this video helped 👍

[@victoriaangels5881]

I wish I could have been a student teacher in your classroom. Your advice was amazing and it's really helped me along my journey :) thank you

[@breehill9042]

Current grad student here, aspiring middle school teacher. Thank you for this advice🤗 so helpful

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RonaldHampton-i2b]

You always manage to make learning fun and easy!

[@nazariom39]

Thank you for the classroom management advice, there's some in the Sub teacher's Frontline but it's very true like it or not I've had to discover the student who controls the class since every other kids follows him even to interrupt my permanent sub class.

[@CloseBoysAdventures]

Looking back at my child hood, I would have to agree with this.

[@NeverHopelessbyElizabeth]

Teach a love of learning as best you can. Make them want to come to class every day!! If only we had a special ed teacher to go to for resources at our private school 😳

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you for taking the time to comment! Private schools are not required to hire any particular /specialized type of teacher. I ope that helps answer your question. :-)

[@aomministries2354]

Thank you for sharing this. I'm about to become a teacher in 8th grade science, for the first time teaching public school. Should be a blast!

[@DeehcentlyCraftyLLC]

I would totally enjoy having you as my teacher! Thanks for the classroom management tips!

[@Pascua_bunch]

I subbed for a history class and decided to bring an artifact from World War II. I told the class if they were good then I would show them the item from WWII. Overall they did great but when it came to show them the WWII item the whole class was quite when I was talking about it. You could hear a pin drop. This experience taught me that kids will pay attention when they find something interesting.

[@sandphoenix4296]

This is the first thing that came up in my searchs. I am looking to teach adults, but im sure the same principals apply.

[@disfrutadelonaturalconshirlysa]

You are totally right. I do that, too, and it is amazing when kids feel they are loved they change their behavior ❤

[@hashtagoptimism1728]

This was great tip. Thank you so much. I wish you can share more such things without worrying about others opinions

[@ABCSUB2023]

Just came across your page-thanks for the sound advice 😊 since I recently started subbing in high school I know it will come in handy.

[@stephenwalder5888]

This makes perfect sense. We have to have the engagement of the child at the top of the hierarchy in order for the natural order to filter down. Sever that relationship and you’re no longer at the top of the hierarchy and are instead fighting for dominance.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

I appreciate you taking the time to comment on the video. Thanks!!

[@samrinaahmad7028]

I tried targeting the popular one. But this strategy worked for few months only. Later that kid started feeling attachment towards me and rest of the students started ignoring me and I think they hate me alot now.I am gonna follow a new strategy that is ....>Be serious in the class don't laugh when students want you to do so. Don't scold anyone just gaze them if they are doing something wrong. Say it in a very calm mood "Oh my kid you should not do it"..Perhaps it will work

[@niceman567]

Thanks for the video. I am a tech professional reinventing myself to be a kids coding educator. One of my students seemed to have trouble focusing on the task assigned to him. He would try to open up his minecraft game during class all the times instead of doing the coding task. All our kids find the task meaningful and have jo problem getting into it, theres only this one kid who seems to be addicted with minecraft game, he is a good kid but just cant seem to focus on the assignment

[@cjacinthed]

Starting a part time teaching job with an after school science program today. The vast majority of my children will be at risk and/or have behavioral issues. This gave me a lot of confidence in my first day. Thank you!

[@loice8449]

hello did you manage to master classroom behavior i you can please assist with some tips

[@cjacinthed]

@@loice8449 we haven't been in school since they all shut down, so I only got one day with each class. Overall, you've gotta be confident and keep their attention. A lot of them had hard home lives, so making a personal connection with the kids definitely helped the day go by smoother for all of us. Getting to know them as individuals gives you a leg up, for sure.

[@bugokcho482]

4:30 The term you're looking for is "positive reinforcement". Students are much more willing to work towards praise or an award vs working because if they don't, they'll get in trouble~

[@JLaw954]

Teaching is never easy, but it is far easier to work on engaging lesson plans than it is to deal with 30+ kids who aren't engaged by what is on offer in the classroom. Great teachers are usually pretty average when it comes to behavior management strategies because they hardly ever need them.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Agreed! Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@Vokal_StimmZ]

Depends from school to school. I’m honestly seeing more and more schools these days being ran by the students instead of by the grownups

[@JLaw954]

@@Vokal_StimmZ The one thing I have always been certain of in teaching is that a staffroom full of university graduates should not be outsmarted by teenagers. When that happens you know something has gone horribly wrong. Sometimes that happens when the teachers with the greatest power in the school pander to the students and parents and force others to do likewise.

[@kellyzeikus9858]

Preach! You nailed it. This is the video I needed today!

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you! It is nice to know somebody out there is like-minded. :-)

[@captainrorz718]

this is a video i need to leak to kids

[@ayeshasanaullah1238]

Excellent tip. No hate for popular kid strategy. Infact i am including it in my strategies.

[@sarahmeador1120]

I'm starting as a new teacher next week and am in full panic mode... I feel like I'm enough like them to get along with the goofy humor and memes, but also experienced in restaurant work to know when they're slacking off and need some re-direction...This is the first video I've seen by you and am definitely subscribing and watching more. I appreciate you taking your time to make this video (and others!) for total newbies like me. ^__^

[@ambernjoseph4101]

How has it been? Have you adjusted any of your teaching techniques? What works absolutely well?

[@mikechamp78]

Absolutely nailed it. 👏 It's obvious you get it. The popular kid thing is not really unfairly "pumping them up" like some mentioned. It's working the power dynamic in a nuanced and complex way. You're not saying to give artificial praise, but to win the allies you will need in the bigger picture. The popular kids will use their social capital one way or the other, or maybe not at all. Isn't it better to make sure they use that social capital in maintaining a positive environment and having allies in building a classroom culture. Yes.

[@michaelscalmato1960]

Interesting and helpful. Your advice is is echoed in the Arizona NES Certification Guide. I really didn't quite buy in to your last strategy (managing the difficult child) until I saw/heard you explain it. I'll certainly keep it in my pocket. I've taken a similar approach with Sunday School kids but I never really thought about the public classroom. I am transitioning into the teacher world (Secondary). All the years of teaching Sunday School really got me hooked. Thank you for your service, and the video. Your videos may become a part of my training :)

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you, Michael, for taking the time to comment. I wish you all the best in your endeavors.

[@sirmigz]

I am a teacher but I wanna be your student now. I love your words very inspiring

[@captainrorz718]

im leaking this mr jade won't be for long

[@balarajrai294]

Wow! I am trying out few ...really Thank you

[@NatJ1978]

Thank you for this video!

[@ascensioncano3606]

Thanks for sharing your ideas ❤

[@danlisensei76]

what a loving lady

[@Kathyrynryn]

Saved! I am having a very hard year with behavior. Thank you for posting!

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Wishing you a restful summer and a better year next year.

[@captainrorz718]

wtf you made two of the same comment u nub

[@ucanhitme]

Thanks for this video. It's so spot on with what we are working on in our classroom this year .......Blessings.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you for taking the time to comment. It is good to know there are other educators who are like-minded.

[@carolplemmons3365]

Hey Melanie, your advice is right on target and your comments at the end show what real teachers care about!!🎉❤

[@milenapelegrino6212]

I needed this reminder today ! Thank you!

[@selynn1011]

your tips are great! I appreciate them!

[@blackgown7485]

Usually these type of kids show this type of behaviour because their parents are either abusive to their child or too busy with themselves rather then noticing their child needs their attention. So they usually use school to their advantage to gain what they dont hv...thats control! Through bullying or attention seeking.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Wow! Thank you for taking the time to respond. I appreciate your insights.

[@williamrodgers8302]

Beautiful video!!! We Love your Cross in the background! We can see where your Inspiration comes from!!!

[@sshaw4429]

Yup. I agree.

[@justinoquintas7544]

hello to everybody! my name is Quintas from Angola.. thank you so much for the video teacher.. that was really helpful.. May God bless all of you

[@metalband]

This is so helpful thanks

[@cwest8863]

thanks madam it's insightful i love the tips you mentioned. I will try on Monday.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

All the best

[@reginaprovenzano8454]

This works 💯!👏

[@jlynnshow5923]

I'm an instructional assistant. Literally 1/3 of our students in our class have behavioral issues. Every day is a struggle, it seems. And I end up feeling defeated. Need some encouragement or ideas. We have tried everything in the book it seems.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

It is tough to find the balance between the two sides of this coin: 1. the kid pushing your limits the most is probably the one you need to invest the most time in, and 2. you cannot save everyone. One place I could always go for help is the SPED teachers. Describe the behavior to them, and they will be able to give you some concrete strategies. I think SPED teachers get more training in how to figure out what is the root cause of the behavior. Good luck!!

[@WheelgunsOnWheels]

This was 5 years ago when 5% are identified or about to be. This year I’ve got 17 out of 33 with IEP’s and 504’s and most are repeaters of 9th grade. Management nightmare where if I get can most of them to be asleep I can get a little teaching done.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

I have never been in a situation where I had 17 out of 33 who needed outside academic support. Wow! I wish you the best of luck in 2024 and beyond.

[@b_sugar1613]

thanx mam! i just teach because i have no other choice! if there is other job available i would not teach

[@TeachersPlaybook]

I am SO sorry you feel you have no choices. I hope you can find a colleague at your school who is an encourager and can help you.

[@abprairiegurl]

It takes more than engaging lessons. Some kids have other things going on inside of them that prevent them from focussing.

[@VictorLopez-ot5su]

I find it very helpful, kind regards from Guatemala, C.A., new teacher here ;)

[@TeachersPlaybook]

It is inspiring for me to get comments from people in places so far from my home. I am sure Guatemala, C.A. is special to you, and I hope your teaching career is everything you hoped it would be. No one gets into teaching because they think it will be easy; instead, we do it to make a difference. If all teachers can make a difference in their own little corner of the world, teachers can change the world.

[@somebody401]

No one should send any negative issue, on the contrary it usually works!

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you for taking the time to comment!!

[@iteachwithfaith7496]

To be honest, to become an effective teacher you need to be patient in order to management all different characters.i think that's where to start with.

[@tonywicks9631]

Fantastic Advice. Thank you.

[@MrPk266]

I appreciate your advice!

[@michellecolledge2355]

Thank you for the video but this is very idealistic.

[@PowerUpUrInstruction]

Nice ideas

[@yannickinspain]

Thank you, really appreciate your advises.

[@captainrorz718]

not for long

[@austinguyer3320]

Why is your classmates so good

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Good question. I think they are so good for a number of reasons. High expectations and a positive classroom environment is the foundation of classroom management. Plus, I never sit when students are in the room. :-)

[@jjchick95]

dont think u have to be politacally correct, i think ur tip is spot on

[@elenabrown8850]

thanks!

[@simmsdiana9041]

I’m two years from retirement and that comment hurt. Not all of us are old furniture.

[@veronicafelipe5408]

Thank you , for better advise in classroom management watching from Philippines

[@abhabh6896]

What I learned in one week is basically for force them to write down. Tell them "Ok kids, open the notes and write...." while they write and struggle to keep up they become quiet. The trick is to keep doing this while teaching them for 45 minutes.....

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

What's the best book you've read in 3rd grade?

[@purityqueena9286]

Ur voice is angelic 😍

[@naomibrown7469]

I found this video really useful - thank you so much

[@rasheedaogburn123]

I have an interview tomorrow and this was so helpful. New subscriber!

[@danamclemore3805]

I have one today! How did it go?

[@sumanawathisumanawathi4016]

Madam what do you mean by kids ? Age group ?is this theories valid to students of teenage too ?

[@TeachersPlaybook]

My students are between 10 and 13 years old. With older teens, I believe that the teacher has to make a special effort to get to know the most difficult kids to teach. Only when you really get to know them can you win their respect. Once you have their respect, they will trust you enough to learn from you. Good luck!

[@adamjedrzejczyk1701]

That's been very useful, thanks a million :)

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thanks for commenting. I hope you have a great school year!

[@captainrorz718]

not until its leaked to the kids

[@arfabutler4391]

Johnny's got his book open and he's on pg 75 who else is ready?

[@deepocean7636]

Best video i came across. Thank you! really!

[@Dr.NoorMoussawi]

Thank you for this rant, so helpful and useful really

[@TeachersPlaybook]

I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Thank you!

[@Dr.NoorMoussawi]

@@TeachersPlaybook I am a Dentist by trade homeschooling four kids this year, ages 13,12,11, and 10. I always used to say I wish I was a teacher first so I knew these tips and tricks so I can help my children. Thank you for this video, I wish I knew more how to help my kids. Especially when they feel frustrated w material or don’t like reading or put each other down, or can’t focus. I totally have all these on a daily basis and desperate for help and knowledge and even how to talk properly when raising or teaching kids. So this was such a wonderful video to watch and I am so thirsty for more. Thank you again 🤲🏻

[@esthetic.tulips_aesthetic]

How a language teavher make her lecture interesting.n what about class control.i vnt class hold .from Pakistan urdu language teacher

[@wilmarcsm]

This video makes me want to become a greater teacher, thank you so much.

[@michellecolledge2355]

It doesn't matter what I do, students are rude, disrespectful and defiant. It would not matter how engaging my lesson is, the students come to school with the intention to do nothing with nothing; no books, laptops, not even a pen.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

I do not doubt for a minute that is true. I realize that I am fortunate to teach at a school where most families are very supportive and value education. I wish you the very best as you try and figure out what works best for you.

[@michellecolledge2355]

@@TeachersPlaybook thank you. x

[@rasooljabbar6877]

Thanks ❤

[@rachelmoogle4421]

I'm a Paraprofessional and my Third Graders are out of control. I need help LOL

[@TeachersPlaybook]

What does your lead teacher think about the situation?

[@rachelmoogle4421]

@@TeachersPlaybook I am under the Principal. It's a small charter school. One of my main jobs during the day is Cafeteria supervision but because of construction we are stuck in a spare classroom for lunch and the noise level is disturbing other classes and keeping the kids at an appropriate noise level is what I am struggling to do. My Principal has now told me to assign seats.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

@@rachelmoogle4421 That sounds like a great place to start! The next step might be to ask the classroom teachers for some support. I guess all of the kids are six feet apart, so it is even more tempting to talk loudly to their friends?? I wish you the best of luck!! :-) Thanks for taking the time to comment!!

[@paulkemr]

ADHD is so hard!!

[@kimberella2105]

I hate that the school system has conditioned the teachers to try to label small children who are in the social and emotional development stage in their life. Give them a diagnosis and drugs to make the teachers life easier 🤨 often the advanced bored kids get the crap end of the stick and it’s sad

[@graceraisedmeup8036]

It doesn't sound terrible, it sounds like Answer to My Prayers to The Good Lord, when I asked Him,Lord, How do I get my students to do what I have prepared for them to do.. especially after reading this in my Tefl certification course subject called Classroom Management. God bless you ma'am. And I'm here to learn. I praise The Lord for this teaching.

[@nanonano-bf5kj]

you are amazing!

[@joemarisolmeron8798]

I'm inspired Thanks ma'am ❤😭

[@julmcconnell]

you are right

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you for taking the time to comment! Wishing you a great end of the year. :-)

[@AllaMAGAN775]

Thank you , mom, it is fascinating lesson

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thank you! 😃

[@ruthmoralescahuas3545]

Excellent tips Master teacher Melany, thanks a lot for sharing! Greetings from Peru.

[@TeachersPlaybook]

Thanks!! WOW, Peru! I am sure it is beautiful there, and you are a Master of the teaching craft.

[@rnairs69]

I am sorry but I disagree with you on pumping up the popular kid theory. I have found that many times the popular kids are the instigators. They know they are the boss and they try to misuse that power and giving them more attention will just reinforce that behavior

[@stephenwalder5888]

Actually, the teacher is the boss, that’s not up for argument. I think then if the popular kid ‘instigates’ then he/she is clearly undermining your leadership. It would therefore take a consistent and subtle one to one to begin to counter this. Always maintaining that you want the very best for them.

[@ABCSUB2023]

@@stephenwalder5888 couldn’t agree more!

[@emilyhouse2479]

I also agree, and argue that students shouldn’t be used as a tool in your classroom management strategy. Students are there to learn not supervise or tutor.

[@lisaweberm.ed.4969]

I understand “using” a student who others will follow. Building relationships with students will set a tone. However, I’ve also had this type of approach backfire too. Each teacher has to use methods that fit their style and personality.

[@alnaymy1582]

From country to another it’s different

[@alexandreg8767]

Hello, I am a teacher in France with children from 9 to 10 years old. I have 5 students who insult, fight and nothing change. The behavioral systems of dojo style do not work. They do not work any more. In addition it makes me tired of always putting points as if I gave a dog some sugars when he did a few things well. I want the insults and the fights to stop. I tried the meditation except that the 5 difficult students scream, sing, .... Do you have any ideas ?

[@TeachersPlaybook]

I have found that asking a special education teacher for ideas is a great place to start. They often have strategies to manage behavior that I have not considered. Another approach is to consult your school counselor. Ask him or her to come in and observe the student behavior in your class. This could lead to some new ideas, and you might find out that a few of the children have had this problem in previous school years. Students who are "chronic offenders" get a private talk in the hall with me about behavior expectations. My final suggestion is my last resort. I let the entire class know that I am paid to teach, and anyone who prevents me from doing my job will be removed from the room. Only do this if you are willing to follow through with the threat. Give admin the heads up about the situation. I have found that I only have to have a student removed once. The others will discover that they do not really want to be in trouble and behave in a much more respectful way. I wish you the best of luck.

[@faceluckcell9484]

I thinking I agree

[@anndi2472]

You're amazing thanks a lot

[@darwinponcecano4662]

I have a question mam, I'm Filipino and teacher in private school... I have a question, it's really hard to control the behavior of my students but my other section is okay Naman po. I have a chance to improve my teaching skills?

[@TeachersPlaybook]

My best advice is to let the students know what your expectations are, and then be consistent and fair. If you are having trouble with a particular group, maybe you could ask last year's teacher how he/she handled it? Ask teachers in your building for some practical tips. Praise students who are behaving in an appropriate way.

[@darwinponcecano4662]

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