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go to sports games or competitions if able to- if not, follow up and ask them how it went

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Speaking at a tone that is warm and kind, presenting speech at a way of showing you respect the student as an individual

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Make connections to the students' lives, their interests and hobbies

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make sure daily schedules are consistent and predictable. Students should know what you are going to say before you say it.

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Having a routine in every class. Students put their homework in teacher's table etc. Then proceed to class. At the end of the class there would be "free time" or something. Routine makes student more calm and it's predictable.

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gameify it! review games can be used as a fun way to review material- blooket, kahoot, flyswatter game, etc

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Giving students clear and concise directions.

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Giving students clear and concise directions.

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Making a game out of learning material.

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Make the curriculum something they can relate to by questionnaire at the beginning of the year and then making the content into things they enjoy

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Try to connect lessons to something you care about so your passion is palpable. If not, fake it!

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Joke around with students! Don't be afraid to have fun doing your job! Don't be afraid to LAUGH! You need those moments, in order to be an effective teacher!

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Ask them about their hobbies and activities that they like to do, get to know them

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Choose the leadership style that works for you and your student. Try to leave being an authoritarian out of the equation where possible.

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Interesting experiments especially in science class. Otherwise, role playing or acting out would be pretty funny.

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Have your students get up! I know my high school kids love doing games or things that let them move. Even if it is a simple gallery walk viewing others work. My kids engage so much more when they are moving.

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Call them by their names

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Similar to our class, I ask my students what the music mood of the day is, and they always ask for R&B or Disney. We sometimes do Karaoke Fridays

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ask students things like "did you see the newest episode" "did you see there is a new album coming out?" this shows that you remember their interests and thought about them

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I always add sass to the learning material. My students do it. So I do it too.

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Be interested in their activities that relate to their time in and around school (school concerts, art shows, sports games at school and other schools)

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Make sure the students know you really like what you do, no matter what else may happen,

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Having a loosely timed agenda on the board.

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Keep the classroom routine consistent and the same

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Never take things out on students, they can feel when they are the scapegoats of your anger. Leave bad attitudes at the door.

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Use subjects as a mirror or reflection. Make them understand that you can use it as a self-awareness.

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I made the egregious error of teaching my students knock knock jokes. Now they tell me the worst ones known to man. Because they love it, I use it as motivation. "As soon as you complete your work, you can tell the class your joke." At least THEY think their peers' jokes are funny. Lol

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I made the egregious error of teaching my students knock knock jokes. Now they tell me the worst ones known to man. Because they love it, I use it as motivation. "As soon as you complete your work, you can tell the class your joke." At least THEY think their peers' jokes are funny. Lol

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Don't fake it til you make it. Just make it.

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dress up days: ive seen some teachers dress up as abraham lincoln or other characters like steve harvey for review game days

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tell amusing stories that relate to the content or skills to be learned, preferably a story that helps students remember key elements of the lesson

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tell amusing stories that relate to the content or skills to be learned, preferably a story that helps students remember key elements of the lesson

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Know the material before teaching. set expectations

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Add activities and group work to the lesson that allows them to communicate with each other and somewhat competitive since students like the thrill

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During math I give confidently, intentionally give my students the wrong answer as a check for understanding and they find it funny every time to correct me.

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I add memes and pop culture topics to all of my lessons. It's the best way to make SURE they're paying attention.

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Remind students things are hard but we are going to get through it together.

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Think out of the box! For measurements, I had students lay on butcher paper and trace each other, then measure them. They LOVED it. Once they mastered the lesson, I let them go back and "decorate" their people. Good times.

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Think out of the box! For measurements, I had students lay on butcher paper and trace each other, then measure them. They LOVED it. Once they mastered the lesson, I let them go back and "decorate" their people. Good times.

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I ask the students whats the music mood and they always ask for RnB or Disney or Broadway. Sometimes Kpop. We also have karaoke fridays lol

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ask questions before you make assumptions about student behavior

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ask questions before you make assumptions about student behavior

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Sarcasm is always fun but be aware that elementary students will not always catch on unfortunately :(

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be the teacher you needed when you were a student

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Add school related jokes into the course or add pop culture to it. For instance turning lessons into songs or dances could make the lesson memorable

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Remember that your class is an extension in yourself. You teach because you have a passion for it. We intend to teach the whole child, so they need the whole us to effectively get the whole lesson.

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Make fun of others in positive ways. Like showing bad example with facial expressions.

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Maintaining a positive tone and attitude while also being honest with your students that you yourself are also tired or don't want to do something.

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My CT does a lot of group work, so this is the time when I walk around and engage with my students. During this time, my students have gotten to know ME and realized that I can be fun and have a good back and forth with them. I am no longer the scary student teacher but a friendly one, they are excited to see me because we got to know each other.

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Find the good in your role! Focus on all of the amazing things you are doing, rather than the negative, or if you could be doing more... it is important to hold yourself accountable, but NOT at the expense of the attitude you are bringing!

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Find a way to incorporate movement and collaboration into lessons. Keep everything structured but not rigid.

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Encourage students in their work and if they are having a hard time, being there for them and listening to their thoughts can go a long way

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When you make a mistake, say "Plot Twist!" and keep it moving

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attend sports games, plays, choir/band performances, etc. that students take part in

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attend sports games, plays, choir/band performances, etc. that students take part in

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Discussion based assignments and projects are always a great way to keep students interested and motivated.

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Pay attention and observe what students do in the break-time. Also engage in their conversation.

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Not interrupting students when it's there turn to speak in regards to resolving a conflict

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Don't forget to SMILE. Sounds silly, but I'm realizing that my students watch my every move. They engage with me based on my body language and mood.

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Always incorporating somethings students know outside of school to the lessons. Right now, they talk to me about anime and i make character analysis with them.

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I bribe my students (jkjk). I have students that love doing tiktok dances. I have considered doing one with them to boost learning.

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never give students the impression you hate your job or hate kids- they will know and they will remember

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When students go through a process they thought they couldn’t do but then get it done correctly, lighten up your eyes and be excited, cheering on their accomplishments

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Using what they are interested in (Pokemon cards, tiny pencils, etc.) increases engagement. I re-write word problems in math to include their names, their interests, etc. 

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Using what they are interested in (Pokemon cards, tiny pencils, etc.) increases engagement. I re-write word problems in math to include their names, their interests, etc. 

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With our little ones, I try to remember their siblings names even if they don't attend our school. They are always so happy when I remember.

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Learn their colloquialisms and you will be able to communicate better (i.e. "Clock it", "Tea", "Ate" <-- Whatever that means).

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Leave it at the door. My students should never have to be on the receiving end of something they did not cause. I know what it was like when teachers would take their personal lives out on us, I would never want my students to feel like that or remember me like that.

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Creating an environment where students are not humiliated or shamed when they are in the wrong.

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Create boundaries that show mutual respect to the teacher and student. In doing so, creating an agenda that is firm but open to drawbacks that let the student and teacher know the goals for the day

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Ask them about what they are doing that night, weekend, break, etc. SHOW UP FOR THEM! The smallest gesture will go a long way! For instance, if you know your student has a sports game this upcoming weekend, consider wearing their team colors on Friday to show your support. There are more ways to show interest for their lives, other than spending your "outside of school" time with them.

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Speaking WITH students instead of AT them. Modeling respectful communication builds trust and safety. Always make time to listen to their response, don't let them be the only one listening.

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Speaking WITH students instead of AT them. Modeling respectful communication builds trust and safety. Always make time to listen to their response, don't let them be the only one listening.

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Inspire students with your life stories and activities.

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Literally just be yourself! Students seek authenticity and love, not the latest Teacher trends or jargon learned in PDs.

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This is especially true if you live in the community you work in. Go to the barber that is their father, shop at the grocery store after school when you'll see them too, and spend time in public, communicating with their family when you see them. Make an effort to be present in multiple aspects of their lives.

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Maybe play a game of fortnite with students (I have had several ask me to play with them).

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Kids are sponges. They mimic behavior. If you want a positive classroom environment, be a positive person.

You never know what students are dealing with at home.

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Go to the games, plays, or maybe visit them at work if you are able to!

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Kids are people too! That's easy to forget sometimes.

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That's it, that's the tweet.

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Give grace when you or the students fall off the wagon and just start over.

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Your attention span is not theirs. Students want to come to school when the learning is fun, relatable, interesting and engaging.