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Use interest surveys at the beginning of the school year to become more familiar with your students. If you understand what their interests are and their backgrounds, you have a better chance at creating connections with them which can encourage their interest in learning. Share your interests with the students as well so they can get to know you better too.

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Acknowledging when students' are behaving well and specifically commenting on said behavior positively has been shown to improve the behavior as a class as a whole. The use of positive statements serves to foster a more positive-learning environment.

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Review what Is Expected in the Classroom

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Review what Is Expected in the Classroom

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For students who continuously disrupt the class, review what is expected of them and model how they should behave. Reward good behavior through praise and "treats" for reinforcement.

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Incorporate activities which celebrate your students' unique cultural backgrounds, interests, traditions, and disabilities. This will help your students' realize that they all have something to be proud of and to share with their peers.