Compulsive Narcissistic Behavior in the Classroom John Riker asked about what to do with compulsive narcissistic behavior in the classroom. He gets students who need to hear themselves talk every few minutes even if it does not have to do with the general discussion. These types tend to silence other students and degrade the quality and depth of a discussion. Dove joked that he has no good examples of what to do for this since this type of personality does not seek treatment and tends to resist the proposition that they may have a problem. Examining classrooms in which this problem does not occur might help inspire ideas about how to tweak a classroom dynamic so it no longer fosters overbearing students.
Students are under the stress of travelling and are far from their usual support.
Most are resilient enough to get by despite the difficulties that arise, but some are not. He said it is not stress that causes students to break down, but pre-existing emotional troubles are certainly exacerbated by stress. Going abroad can be the straw that breaks the camel's back. Ashley recounted the ultimate teaching nightmare. While on the plane to Italy to teach in CC's semester abroad program, she met one of her would-be students.