2. They have been previously
“rewarded” for their misbehavior
Solution:
Say what you expect
without showing emotion
and then follow through
consistently if they
continue the negative
behavior. The two keys
here are: showing no
emotion and little talking.
Once students see that
you are serious an
unwavering they will
begin to take you
seriously.
3. 2. Different sets of expectations
between school and home
Solution:
Teachers should make attempts
to collaborate with parents.
Parents should learn a simple
method to discipline and then
have a conversation with their
child’s teacher. During this
conversation, the parents should
explain their method and ask how
the teacher handles situations.
The goal is to try and use some
of the same language at both the
school and at home. With a
consistent, clear message,
children will rise to the
expectation and be happier in the
process.
4. 3. They feel ill, bored, hungry or
sleepy.
Solution:
Know your students and
their needs. Be sure to
have a routine where the
student eats, has
individual play time, or
interaction time and
communicate with
parents to ensure the
child is getting an
adequate amount of
sleep each night.
5. 4. They want to test whether
authority will enforce rules.
Solution:
Set boundaries and
limits and consistently
following through on
them. By doing this
children will adopt
positive values and
gain self-esteem and
will also be more apt
to be accepting of
rules.
6. 5. They want to assert themselves
and their independence.
Solution:
Give them many opportunities
to choose things in their daily
life so that they feel in control
of their life in other, more
positive ways. As well, it is key
to learn a simple, loving
method of discipline so that
misbehaviors are taken care of
easily, without any emotion
required. Without emotion,
there is no reason for the child
to want to rebel in order to gain
control.
