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The recent stabbing to death in Chennai of a teacher by a Class IX student raises serious issues on teacher-student relations. That matters can go to such extremes is alarming. It goes without saying that effective classroom management practices can be useful.

Clearly state the rules

Be consistent

Show students you care about each of them

Be flexible

Provide students with opportunities to make meaningful choices

Do not let rigid interpretation of rules skip common sense

Notice any variances in student mood, behaviour

Avoid confrontation in front of other students. (Instead, say “let's talk after class.”)

Validate students' perspectives and avoid blaming

Don't make assumptions about causes of problems; consider underlying issues

Link daily lessons to the life and needs of students; demonstrate relevancy

Create expectations of success for all students........Read More

 

Source: The Hindu