In ways subtle but clear, scores of teachers are communicating to their students every day that they can’t do it. They don’t measure up. They’re not good enough, smart enough, or capable enough. Most troubling, these teachers have no idea they’re doing this. In … Read more
One reason many teachers struggle with misbehavior, disrespect, and the like is because they’re not strong leaders. In other words, they lack . . . Presence Confidence Boldness Courage They tend to have an external locus of control and difficulty grasping that they alone … Read more
It’s tough to be a teacher right now. Pressure from all sides. More and more and more on your plate. Misbehavior and disrespect on the rise. It’s no wonder that in a recent survey half of all teachers are thinking about quitting the profession. … Read more
I’ve spent many years observing teachers. And there is an odd phenomenon I’ve noticed among a large percentage. When teaching what they believe to be difficult content, almost without fail, they’ll pause and let students know that it’s difficult. “Listen up, because what comes … Read more
Have you ever noticed that some teachers don’t have to work as hard at classroom management? Certain teachers can walk into a classroom, and almost magically, the students become calmer, more mature, and more receptive in their presence. These teachers may use the same … Read more