Teaching Strategies: Scripts for Responding to Student Behavior
Sometimes, it helps to have an idea of how to respond to student behavior in a way that encourages students to own their actions, does not create a power struggle, and is consistent and effective. When using these scripts, issue each statement in a calm tone of voice,...
One Teacher’s Real Life Teaching Strategy Story – Fidget Tools
In many of my teaching strategy programs, I talk about ways to help students, especially students with sensory or attention issues, focus more successfully in the classroom. Occupational therapists might recommend a therapy disk or cushion for these kids, because what...
Teaching Strategies: Promote Critical Thinking Using this Teaching Strategy
Teaching Strategies for Note-taking Many teachers use a two-column note taking strategy when giving notes to students. However, a colleague of mine takes this up a level by adding an additional column. That third column is used for test questions. Here’s how it works:...