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  Case: Stalker student
A student receives an "F" on a test. He protests his grade and is adamant about your changing his grade or allowing him to re-take the exam. You stand firm on your position and tell him that there are no make-ups or extra credit. His tone becomes increasingly aggressive. He calls you, he emails you, and he waits for you after class. As a teacher, what is the best way to handle this situation?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I would begin by talking to the parents of the student and explain the policies that have been set and why the grade can not be changed. If this does not work i will then speak to an administrator or principle about the issue.
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) No
The suggested solution is relevant to the case No
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue No
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: While I believe that if the behavior persists the parents should be informed of his behavior, I think that the student - and other school authorities if it seems to be dangerous enough to need it - should be spoken to first.
Rated On: October 17, 2015 1:42 am
Rated By: Cortnie
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Good idea
Rated On: October 18, 2015 7:39 pm
Rated By: jasyHa
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) No
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement No
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue No
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: I do not think this is the best solution. Although you do want to contact the parents and make them aware of the situation, the first thing you should do is talk to your administration and have them present when having a conference with the parents.
Rated On: October 15, 2017 1:56 pm
Rated By: PaZume
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) No
The suggested solution is relevant to the case No
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement No
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue No
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: I think that Administration should be in on this conference. Whether it be phone or face-to-face.
Rated On: February 24, 2019 6:19 pm
Rated By: byXyha