Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Go Back                 Case Posted on February 20, 2017 11:45 pm Add to Favorites aMyvaz Reps: 201 Student refuses to do math I have a student who refuses to do math on the computer (fastmath). If I force him to, he breaks down and throws a huge fit. Any advice to get him to do the work that is mandated by the county?                 Submit a Possible Solution Please read response(s) below (if any) before posting your solution.                 Solution 1 Posted February 24, 2017 3:39 am LuLyHa Reps: 226 Have you worked with the student to determine why they do not want to do the math? Is it because they do not understand the program or because they cannot read or see the computer screen? There may be other underlying issues that you have not discovered yet. I would just have an honest discussion with the student in a teacher-student conference and ask what you can do to make FasstMath better for him. Votes: +35 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Jenna Herberson Reps: 200 Finding out the problem does always help.   Posted on: March 6, 2017 4:28 am yLeQud Reps: 101 i agree, you should talk to the student and see why they do not want to do that math work. if that does not work have a parent teacher conference or go to an administrator.   Posted on: October 14, 2017 10:16 pm rybuZy Reps: 200 I agree. Do some investigative work.   Posted on: October 16, 2017 2:28 am rybuZy Reps: 200 Right. There may be some unknown variable here.   Posted on: October 16, 2017 3:06 am Add a Comment                 Solution 2 Posted February 21, 2017 9:46 pm Robert Hendler Reps: 203 You may have to use something that the student likes to motivate them. Like a pencil or positive reinforcement to promote that if they do their work they will be rewarded. Votes: +9 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Lynn Krivoruchka Reps: 295 I agree, that having some reward for the student is a great idea. Each day he gets something small and every week he goes without a fighting and having a tantrum about doing the math, than he can get a bigger prize at the end of each week.   Posted on: February 22, 2017 5:24 pm asygud Reps: 101 I really like this solution!   Posted on: March 6, 2017 3:42 am rybuZy Reps: 200 That's true. Maybe the student doesn't feel motivated.   Posted on: October 16, 2017 3:06 am Add a Comment                 Solution 3 Posted February 28, 2017 12:22 pm XequMa Reps: 201 Maybe you can let him work with a pencil and paper at the computer and just let him know he just needs to click the answers. Is there a way you could print out the questions for him to complete away from the computer? He will not be getting the technology integration but at least he is getting the work done. I know it is tough to have to deal with a student like this but hopefully you can get to the bottom of the problem and your days will be easier! Votes: +3 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 4 Posted February 26, 2017 3:00 am aZunet Reps: 100 with the student, it is important to discuss why he breaks down. sometimes i've noticed people don't like the brightness of the computer screen. so if that is the issue you can get a screen dimmer. or if he is just struggling with the content see what you can do to help him feel comfortable getting on the computer. Votes: +2 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 5 Posted February 26, 2017 2:39 am uWuXyj Reps: 232 Definitely talk to the student privately to see what the issue is. If it is a simple I don't want to do it, then take corrective action like lunch detention, no recess, time out, go to the principle, etc. If it is that they do not understand it, then have the school organize a learning plan for him to catch up and not get so frustrated. Keep in touch with mom and dad and make sure they are working with him so that he can continue to do better or even suggest a tutor. Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 6 Posted February 26, 2017 7:21 pm beTyze Reps: 211 I would have to explain the importance to him. Then if he doesn't act right send a note home to his parents so they can try and handle it. Votes: +1 / -9 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution rybuZy Reps: 200 It's your job, not the parents.   Posted on: October 16, 2017 3:07 am Add a Comment                 Solution 7 Posted February 27, 2017 1:05 am Deborah Guyton Reps: 253 First, find out the underlying problem, motivation, struggling reader, computer issues. Once you find out what causes his frustration, you can fix it. Maybe there is a different program that fits the same criteria? Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 8 Posted October 5, 2017 5:21 pm yheGeS Reps: 200 Maybe this student has a fear? Talk to the child and see what the problem is with working on the computer, maybe it's not math, maybe it's his comfort level with working on a computer. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 9 Posted February 22, 2018 3:33 am tuBaZu Reps: 200 I have a student who does the same thing, she refuses to do anything in math when her peers are around but if I pull her one on one she is more compliant. Allowing the student to work on paper under a timer like what was done for speed math before technology may be a good short term solution while trying to find out why the student refuses to use the program. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 10 Posted February 23, 2018 5:14 pm abuMaH Reps: 101 The student may be having difficulty understanding the math that is required. You could sit with the student and discuss the problem. Ask the student if they understand what they are being asked to do. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 11 Posted October 6, 2018 5:59 am yNeruj Reps: 200 I would try and find out if it is the content, or the outlet that the student has trouble with. The teacher may need to take time and work with the student and see that they understand how to do the work. I would then set up a reward program based on the progress of the student on the computer. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 12 Posted October 13, 2018 3:32 am Xezuda Reps: 102 If I were in this situation, I would talk to the student and ask him why he does not want to do it. It could be because he does not want it to make him feel stupid or others to put him down if he does not understand the material. I believe that open communication in a classroom is important. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 13 Posted February 19, 2019 5:30 pm rySuRy Reps: 102 I believe there is an underlying problem. They might have a problem with the computer or doesn't understand how to do the work. I would sit with him individually and explain that this is something that needs to be done and you are here to help. Do some investigative work and if it's still a problem contact the parents. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 14 Posted October 9, 2019 1:04 am uPuhuP Reps: 200 Maybe he doesn't know how to complete the work. If it is allowed, maybe team him up with a partner and they can work on it together. Or spend time special time with this individual while they are doing their math. Make yourself available to help them if they need assistance. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 15 Posted October 19, 2020 3:01 am TePeTe Reps: 200 turn it into a worksheet. I would print out the problems and have him work with a pen or pencil instead. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 16 Posted March 2, 2024 11:34 pm uNaBuT Reps: 200 I would sit down and see if there is an alternate way he can do his math. I have noticed that districts are spending a lot of money into computer based programs without really looking into the student's interests or if it benefits the student. We use iReady in the lower grades, and many times the students "Christmas tree" the diagnostics just to get through them. Though there are benefits to iReady, I have found that some students do not take computer based programs seriously, and benefit and react better to traditional pencil/paper or even manipulative work. I would try to assess his interests and see if there is a way to incorporate an alternate method. There should not be a one lane path for all students to navigate. Give him options while adhering to the standards and content being taught. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 17 Posted February 25, 2017 6:50 pm nydyra Reps: 202 Sometimes the math may be too difficult. In this situation, try to find alternative math that they could complete to help build their basic math skills. If the student just doesn't like math, I would try to have them work with someone. A student partner is a first choice, one-on-one with the teacher would be great (if you had any time), or if you could set something up with a specialist, perhaps another teacher who specializes in math. Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 18 Posted March 6, 2017 2:12 am beTyze Reps: 211 Make math fun with games and group activities. Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 19 Posted March 6, 2017 3:41 am asygud Reps: 101 Rewarding the student with something small (without the knowledge of their piers). This will encourage them to want to complete the math problems on the computer. Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 20 Posted July 9, 2017 5:55 pm Elizabeth Allen Reps: 209 Give incentives to completing classwork and work one on with the student as much as possible Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution sadaze Reps: 100 I don't think that doing the work is the problem if he's throwing this big of a fit every time. Especially if he does all his other work.   Posted on: October 11, 2018 12:07 am Add a Comment                 Solution 21 Posted October 13, 2017 2:54 am Xaparu Reps: 201 Instead of having this student to math assignments on the computer print out the math and have him answer the questions on paper and see if his behavior changes. Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 22 Posted October 19, 2020 3:01 am TePeTe Reps: 200 turn it into a worksheet. I would print out the problems and have him work with a pen or pencil instead. Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Submit a Possible Solution Please read response(s) below (if any) before posting your solution.