How would you handle a situation where a student refuses to follow your instructions? (2024)

Cuando un estudiante se niega a seguir mis instrucciones, mantengo la calma y trato de entender la causa subyacente de su comportamiento. Evito confrontaciones públicas y, en cambio, hablo con el estudiante de manera privada para entender su perspectiva y explicar la importancia de la instrucción. En una ocasión, un estudiante no quiso participar en una actividad grupal. Al hablar con él, descubrí que se sentía inseguro sobre sus habilidades. Le ofrecí apoyo adicional y modificamos la tarea para que se sintiera más cómodo, lo que resultó en su participación y éxito en la actividad.

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Platicar con el estudiante, aplicando empatía, después de observar su manera de ser. Poco a poco se va entendiendo el entorno en el que vive y de acuerdo a este ir aplicando una evaluación justa.

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I would prefer building rapport and offering choices. I have found this productive in most cases. In some other cases, I assign him/her the role of examiner/assessor , and ask to assess ex-students' portfolios/assignments and come with his/her suggestions.

In handling a situation where a student refuses to follow instructions, remain calm and address the issue privately to avoid escalating it. Understand the student’s perspective by asking open-ended questions. Clearly explain the importance of the instructions and how they benefit the learning process. Offer choices to empower the student and encourage cooperation while maintaining respect and authority.

By assessing the situation calmly and objectively, you can create a safe and supportive environment that encourages students to open up and share their concerns, rather than becoming defensive or escalating the situation. This approach not only helps to de-escalate potential conflicts but also fosters a deeper understanding of the student's needs, allowing you to provide targeted support and guidance that addresses the underlying issues, ultimately leading to better behavior, improved relationships, and a more positive classroom atmosphere.

Crear una amistad sana con el estudiante nos lleva al éxito. Sin duda alguna es importante que se sienta acogido por un nuevo amigo, y eso es lo que somos los profesores. “Amigos “Creando una amistad sana los valores de responsabilidad y honestidad se crea una buena relación con ellos , escuchando sus inquietudes, siempre es bueno ponernos al mismo nivel y entenderlos.

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A strengths-based approach to classroom behavior emphasizes students' unique abilities, fostering a positive environment where they can leverage their strengths to overcome challenges. This method boosts engagement, confidence, and creates an inclusive classroom culture where all students can thrive.

By building a strong rapport with students, you create a foundation of trust, respect, and understanding, making them more likely to follow instructions and cooperate in the classroom, ultimately leading to a more positive and productive learning environment.

In my experience, when students refuse to follow instructions in the classroom, it is often a larger or deeper issue at hand which may stem from a sense of neglect in their lives or something personal they may be dealing with. The first step to being a good educator is to build listening skills. I would generally allow the student to work on something they want to in that moment and not give anymore instructions. After some time or after class, I would have a conversation with the student and gauge the genesis of the behaviour and take steps accordingly. When we treat kids as adults, they feel empowered and that can really change the dynamic!