Ten tips to dealing with those troubling transitions

Source : Deborah J. Stewart , www.teachpreschool.org

                                                   

If you work with young children then you naturally have small to big transitions that take place in your classroom. Transitions can be simply described as those times throughout the day when your students change focus from one activity to another. In many cases, transitions can be a source of trouble in the classroom so here are a few tips for dealing with those troubling transitions…

Classroom Management Tips

Source : Florida Education Association , readingrockets.org

These tips on how to keep your classroom running smoothly have been gathered from teachers around the world.

Tips on Teaching ADHD Students

Source : Lee Morgan , ehow.com

 

 

In today's classrooms it is likely that most teachers will have the opportunity to teach children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Teaching these students presents unique challenges in the classroom that require patience and the use of special methods to help control the compulsive behavior linked to the condition. By taking a few tips to heart, the teacher will be able to have a positive experience with these students and reduce any potential classroom problems.

What Are Classrooms Like for Students with Learning Disabilities?

Source : Kate Garnett , readingrockets.org

Classrooms can be perilous in a number of ways for students with learning disabilities. Here are some tips to remember when working with students with LD.

Keep a Noisy Class Quiet

Source : Katelyn Thomas , suite101.com

For new teachers, keeping noise under control can be one of the biggest struggles. Try some of these tips for getting a class to be quiet.

One of the biggest struggles new teachers face is how to handle noisy students. Does this scenario sound familiar to you? You walk by other classrooms and hear absolutely nothing but the teacher's voice. As you step into your classroom, you are bombarded with a deafening din. You look helplessly around the room and try getting your class to pay attention. They don't hear you, so you raise your voice. The level of sound goes up as your students try to out talk you. If this has happened to you, you may want to take a look at some of these teacher tested tips for quiet classrooms.

Top 10 Tips for Classroom Discipline and Management

Source : Melissa Kelly , About.com Guide

Classroom discipline and management causes the most fear and consternation in new teachers. However, classroom management is a skill that is not only learned but practiced daily. Here are ten tips that can lead to successful classroom management and greater discipline in schools. These tips can help you cut down on discipline problems and leave you with fewer interruptions and disruptions.

If you would like additional information, check out this step-by-step look at how to handle discipline problems with effective classroom management.