It is likely to produce improved behavior, especially if followed up with a dialogue when both teacher and student are calm again. Contrast this response to lecturing, blaming, and threatening, and then decide which response you would prefer if you were the student. For another important clue to the source of this misbehavior, consider how widespread the displays of disrespect seem to be. A wise university professor stated that all teachers have problems with students. Conversely, all students have problems with teachers.
Every teacher knows that some classes are more difficult than others.
Whatever the situation, a teacher's best tool is control over his or her own behavior. Suggestions Model respectful behavior. Before approaching a situation that's making your blood boil, take a moment to calm down and regain your composure. Give lessons on respectful behavior. Demonstrate respectful ways to approach and respond to others, and let the children practice them.