The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast

240: When Your Classroom Management Goes Off the Rails

Dec 8, 2024
In this enlightening discussion, Claire English, founder of The Unteachables, shares her insights on classroom management and teacher well-being. She outlines three key reasons why classroom order can decline and offers actionable strategies to reclaim it. Claire emphasizes the importance of teacher wellness, highlighting how mental health directly impacts classroom dynamics. With her international teaching experience, she introduces resources like her book 'It's Never Just About the Behavior' and the Behavior Club to empower educators in their journey.
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ANECDOTE

Claire's Story

  • Claire English struggled in high school while caring for her mentally ill mother.
  • This experience shaped her passion for helping "unteachable" students.
INSIGHT

Pushing Boundaries

  • Students constantly test boundaries, especially as the year progresses.
  • Teachers must consistently reinforce expectations to prevent deterioration.
ADVICE

Teaching Over Chatter

  • Avoid teaching over chatter, as it undermines your authority.
  • Consistently reinforce expectations through your actions and words.
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