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How do you get the students to respect you as a sub, when you only see them one day?
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I have been a substitute teacher for almost 4 years and I struggled with this at first as well. After while of being at the same school, I was able to build rapport with the students and most of the time they don't even realize I am a substitute anymore. In order to get to this point, I had to first enter classrooms strong. I always made sure to arrive early and review the teacher's classroom management strategies. I strictly abide by these in the mornings to show the students that even though their teacher is absent, we will still conduct a normal daily routine. I also made sure to verbalize this to the students after the morning announcements. Keeping things as typical as possible for the students is key to getting them to respect and cooperate with you throughout the day.
 
     
     
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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: Going over the classroom management policy can be the most helpful part of substituting. Make sure the students know you intend to stick to it.
Rated On: February 25, 2017 6:31 pm
Rated By: nydyra
 
     
     
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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: Great idea! I agree, as a sub, it would be important to maintain the flow of the classroom by reviewing the teachers classroom management procedures and coming in meaning business.
Rated On: February 25, 2017 7:44 pm
Rated By: etyWys
 
     
     
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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: Great solution with real life experiences attached. It might be challenging to get a job at the same school, depending, but it would help with getting the students to respect the substitute teacher. The solution is doable and can be implemented. Great idea and real life experience attached in the solution.
Rated On: February 27, 2017 3:04 am
Rated By: aHeXud
 
     
     
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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: This is so great! I think it is always hard for a sub just starting out.
Rated On: March 1, 2017 12:57 am
Rated By: emaHeR
 
     
     
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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: I agree with this solution.
Rated On: March 2, 2017 3:12 am
Rated By: eVeQat
 
     
     
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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: This is a good solution because sticking to the normal daily routine should promote cooperativeness and respect.
Rated On: March 3, 2017 3:00 am
Rated By: e7m1w5
 
     
     
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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: Great solutions. New subs sometimes need more suggestions for classroom management than their training provides.
Rated On: March 3, 2017 3:48 pm
Rated By: dyMaDe
 
     
     
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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: Very helpful.
Rated On: March 3, 2017 9:28 pm
Rated By: uDaHeD
 
     
     
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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: I think this is a great solution and I would try this if I was in that situation. I believe that trying to keep the classroom functioning the same and following the same routine is very important to the students, structure is very important.
Rated On: March 4, 2017 9:50 pm
Rated By: zazyny
 
     
     
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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: Establishing those relationships is great! Awesome solution!
Rated On: March 5, 2017 1:13 am
Rated By: detyny
 
     
     
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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: great solution
Rated On: March 5, 2017 12:33 pm
Rated By: atugym
 
     
     
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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: I agree with your solution, come in strong but respectful to the classroom and follow the guidelines that have been established and try to make the day as normal as possible.
Rated On: March 5, 2017 2:11 pm
Rated By: ysyver
 
     
     
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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: Try to be casual yet firm with the students. This is a great solution.
Rated On: March 5, 2017 2:30 pm
Rated By: jeReHy
 
     
     
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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: This response/solution is incredibly respectful. It is important to remain consistent with children, and I believe this solution is helpful in creating that!
Rated On: March 5, 2017 3:59 pm
Rated By: Chelsea Navarro
 
     
     
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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: Great information!
Rated On: March 5, 2017 7:36 pm
Rated By: Gytusa
 
     
     
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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: Well said
Rated On: March 5, 2017 9:06 pm
Rated By: VeWyRu
 
     
     
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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: I like this because you follow all the rules. I have never substituted however I will use these for future references.
Rated On: March 5, 2017 11:51 pm
Rated By: beTyze
 
     
     
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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: I like this solution and feel that keeping things as typical as possible is a great idea.
Rated On: March 6, 2017 2:52 am
Rated By: Gapasa
 
     
     
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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: This is how I get respected as well!
Rated On: March 6, 2017 3:38 am
Rated By: asygud
 
     
     
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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: I agree that it's important to enter the classroom strong.
Rated On: March 6, 2017 4:16 am
Rated By: Hasena Kurtić
 
     
     
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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 ideas, thanks for sharing.
Rated On: March 6, 2017 4:24 am
Rated By: aDuZyJ
 
     
     
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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: Great solutions for a substitute. Reinforcing the rules and assuring them they will have a typical day is great advice.
Rated On: July 6, 2017 4:04 am
Rated By: jeRumu
 
     
     
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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: This is a great solution to this situation. I would do this. By maintaining the classroom management plan the teacher has in place will help you maintain classroom management.
Rated On: October 4, 2017 4:26 am
Rated By: SyHaBe
 
     
     
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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 solution
Rated On: October 6, 2017 6:26 pm
Rated By: usaWaZ
 
     
     
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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 solution!
Rated On: October 8, 2017 6:21 pm
Rated By: azuTen
 
     
     
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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: It is a great idea to review the teachers classroom management plan prior to attending the class.
Rated On: October 8, 2017 9:06 pm
Rated By: paTaHe
 
     
     
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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 advice
Rated On: October 8, 2017 10:50 pm
Rated By: ysyByg
 
     
     
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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: I love this solution. Keeping things on a strict routine is so important. It is also very nice to substitute at the same schools over and over because kids will deffinilty start recognizing you and therefore will be less inclined to disobey you.
Rated On: October 9, 2017 12:39 am
Rated By: aLuruz
 
     
     
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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 solution
Rated On: October 9, 2017 1:12 am
Rated By: uhuQyM
 
     
     
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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: Great suggestions
Rated On: October 9, 2017 3:51 am
Rated By: uvuVas
 
     
     
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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: Time will definitely build rapport. In High School, it was strange to have a completely new sub rather than the usual two. Knowing whats actually going on to keep from straying from the path is critical to ensuring normalcy, and clear communication really helps to drive that point across as soon as the day starts. If in middle or high school doing multiple periods, it may be a bit more difficult having a bunch of kids rotate and having to explain it multiple times, but a consistent and strong effort is definitely required.
Rated On: October 10, 2017 2:27 pm
Rated By: yGeHyz
 
     
     
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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: This solution is helpful because it is necessary for substitute teachers to come to class prepared, and students will respect them more if they seem to know what is going on in the class.
Rated On: October 11, 2017 5:14 pm
Rated By: uqaTaq
 
     
     
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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: If I were in this situation, I would do this because the students know what is expected from their normal teacher. The substitute should maintain the lesson.
Rated On: October 11, 2017 8:48 pm
Rated By: NaGava
 
     
     
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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: i agree with this. keep things as typical as possible to gain respect from students.
Rated On: October 14, 2017 10:06 pm
Rated By: yLeQud
 
     
     
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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: i think that this will be a great way to gain respect from the students.
Rated On: October 15, 2017 8:52 pm
Rated By: Xupuva
 
     
     
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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: I was a substitute teacher for a couple of years now I'm going to school to be a teacher. I agree with getting their early and reviewing the teacher's classroom management skills. You are filling in for the teacher which means the rules and policies still need to occur and be followed.
Rated On: October 15, 2017 10:43 pm
Rated By: Ryduga
 
     
     
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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: I appreciate the personal experience. I'd use this in a future classroom making sure to keep things as natural as possible.
Rated On: October 16, 2017 1:34 am
Rated By: SeQeLy
 
     
     
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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: Working in the same school is always a great way to make the students know you. Having a strong personality in the class seems to get the class to behave.
Rated On: October 16, 2017 3:04 am
Rated By: guXyLy
 
     
     
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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: Show respect towards the students. Make it known that you expect the same respect that they would give their teacher. Afterall, you're still the teacher. Arrive early, giving yourself plenty of time to get settled and comfortable with the lessons.
Rated On: October 20, 2017 3:48 am
Rated By: RaZyma
 
     
     
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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: I agree that you should go in early and get prepared and also let the students understand that nothing is changing about the assignments because their teacher is absent.
Rated On: February 19, 2018 9:16 pm
Rated By: Faith Graham
 
     
     
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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: I use the same strategies as a substitute! Very helpful!
Rated On: February 25, 2018 1:43 am
Rated By: baJeTe
 
     
     
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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: I agree that building rapport with the students is a great way to garner respect.
Rated On: February 25, 2018 5:14 pm
Rated By: XuNaWa
 
     
     
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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: This is a great approach! Keeping the students on their regular schedule is important.
Rated On: July 2, 2018 3:48 pm
Rated By: Markelle Maddock
 
     
     
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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: I think this is a very helpful solution. Starting the day strong and letting the children know that even though you are a sub, you expect their behavior to be the same as it is with their teacher, seems like a great plan. Keeping things within the routine will also help tremendously.
Rated On: July 6, 2018 7:55 am
Rated By: Rochelle Young
 
     
     
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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: I agree. Keep things simple.
Rated On: July 7, 2018 4:54 pm
Rated By: yqunaz
 
     
     
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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: This is a good solution
Rated On: October 8, 2018 2:16 am
Rated By: uDyJeZ
 
     
     
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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: Agree.
Rated On: October 9, 2018 1:55 am
Rated By: pagyDa
 
     
     
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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: This solution is best in my opinion. It's best to try and stick to the teacher's management plan so that the students don't become confused or try to take advantage. Keeping a normal routine is always best and reduces problems.
Rated On: October 13, 2018 2:17 am
Rated By: eguQep
 
     
     
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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: I completely agree with this solution!
Rated On: February 23, 2019 3:07 am
Rated By: zuMuGe
 
     
     
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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: Coordinate with the teacher and maintain the same routine
Rated On: February 23, 2019 6:11 pm
Rated By: ejyqeq
 
     
     
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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: If I were in this situation, I would do exactly this.
Rated On: February 24, 2019 10:14 pm
Rated By: yzysuZ
 
     
     
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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: This idea is great. It allows you to establish the authority and make sure that the day goes on just like if it was a normal day with the regular teacher.
Rated On: October 20, 2019 7:47 pm
Rated By: Mary Claire Murphy
 
     
     
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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: I agree that this solution yields the most respect from students.
Rated On: October 20, 2019 11:12 pm
Rated By: LyWuLy
 
     
     
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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: Those are all good practices.
Rated On: February 26, 2020 4:58 am
Rated By: Emily Malley
 
     
     
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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: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this
Rated On: October 15, 2020 9:24 pm
Rated By: Angela Mitchell
 
     
     
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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: Coming to the class strong is very good. It shows the students you know what you are doing.
Rated On: April 1, 2022 8:21 pm
Rated By: eSysyv