Teaching is known for being an often notoriously difficult occupation, teaching just isn't easy. If you come into contact with a class that just doesn't want to learn (any class on a bad day) then it can make your job even more difficult. In order to get around this you should focus on how you can motivate your students to learn.
Respect is Key
Of course every teacher knows that mutual respect with their pupils is key for a good working relationship. Young people and teenagers are constantly being influenced by the world around them and many react to this by becoming suspicious of those that try to influence or change them or their behaviour. Building trust and respect will help negate this suspicion and help you motivate your students.
So how can you make a positive impact on your students?
Show Some Personality - a little bit of your opinion is good, too much is bad. As a teacher you are informed and intelligent, use this to your advantage. Applying your personality will also help boost the passion you have for what you're teaching, showing enthusiasm for what you're teaching will build trust, make you seem more genuine and motivate your students.
Dress For Success - if you're looking to relate with the children you're teaching then a slightly more smart-casual appearance would make you stand out and help build trust.
Ensure You Are Energised - making sure you use plenty of energy when you're teaching will stop your class from crashing. A vocal and energetic teacher is always a good remedy for sleepy students.
Be Creative With Your Lesson Plans
It's difficult to make certain subjects fun, so this won't apply in every situation. Kids generally prefer to get hands on with their work so think outside of the box.
What kind of activities can you incorporate into your lesson plans?
Offer Extra Reassurance
Often one student being under the weather, in a bad mood or just a bit out of their depth with the work given can derail the whole class, especially if the pupil in question is a popular pupil with influence over others.
As you walk around the class to see how people are getting on you should look out for those pupils that might be having trouble with the work, while you may not be able to help with the problems that they are having at the time, the fact that you've asked will let them know that you care and help get them back on the right tracks.
In addition to the above you can even in some cases bend the rules just slightly to help out a student that you know is having trouble, for example if they have neglected to complete an assignment by the deadline then you may choose to give them more time and ease them through it. Bending the rules even just slightly for a pupil will establish trust but be sure to make it clear that the same extension will not be granted again.
That's not all! These are just the top three aspects of motivation that I stick to, visit this helpful wiki how article to learn more.
Respect is Key
Of course every teacher knows that mutual respect with their pupils is key for a good working relationship. Young people and teenagers are constantly being influenced by the world around them and many react to this by becoming suspicious of those that try to influence or change them or their behaviour. Building trust and respect will help negate this suspicion and help you motivate your students.
So how can you make a positive impact on your students?
Show Some Personality - a little bit of your opinion is good, too much is bad. As a teacher you are informed and intelligent, use this to your advantage. Applying your personality will also help boost the passion you have for what you're teaching, showing enthusiasm for what you're teaching will build trust, make you seem more genuine and motivate your students.
Dress For Success - if you're looking to relate with the children you're teaching then a slightly more smart-casual appearance would make you stand out and help build trust.
Ensure You Are Energised - making sure you use plenty of energy when you're teaching will stop your class from crashing. A vocal and energetic teacher is always a good remedy for sleepy students.
Be Creative With Your Lesson Plans
It's difficult to make certain subjects fun, so this won't apply in every situation. Kids generally prefer to get hands on with their work so think outside of the box.
What kind of activities can you incorporate into your lesson plans?
- Having the class write a play as a group, and then assign roles and perform the play - this is a good one for lessons such as History, English and other languages but might not be as applicable to subjects like maths and Geography.
- Organise an unconventional project for your class to complete - Creating a large-scale class image, diagram, model or something along those lines. This approach is applicable to most subjects including maths, geography, physical education, science and many more.
Offer Extra Reassurance
Often one student being under the weather, in a bad mood or just a bit out of their depth with the work given can derail the whole class, especially if the pupil in question is a popular pupil with influence over others.
As you walk around the class to see how people are getting on you should look out for those pupils that might be having trouble with the work, while you may not be able to help with the problems that they are having at the time, the fact that you've asked will let them know that you care and help get them back on the right tracks.
In addition to the above you can even in some cases bend the rules just slightly to help out a student that you know is having trouble, for example if they have neglected to complete an assignment by the deadline then you may choose to give them more time and ease them through it. Bending the rules even just slightly for a pupil will establish trust but be sure to make it clear that the same extension will not be granted again.
That's not all! These are just the top three aspects of motivation that I stick to, visit this helpful wiki how article to learn more.