Month: March 2014

From a recent training day we highlighted some of the concerns of the participants, worked in groups to record the scenario, and each group offered strategies.

Here are the results:

What do I do when....

My learners are non-responsive?

• Find out what their interests and hobbies are
• Review the curriculum offer
• Ask someone to come and observe the lesson to give you pointers
• Check whether there are threats from other students (perhaps the student doesn’t feel safe)
• Ensure differentiation is used in classroom activities
• Ask them how they would like to adapt the activity

My students won’t remove their hoodies/hats in class?

• Set ground rules and routines
• Remind them of the rules
• Find out what the hat/hoody symbolises to them (ie are they hiding?)
• Find an accident clip on You Tube (health and safety)
• Ensure teams of teachers have a consistent approach

The students talk over the teacher

• Make a noise (bang a gong, sound box) to get their attention
• Lower your voice
• Use signals for quiet
• Ask the...