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  Case: How to control a student with special needs
I've volunteered and there was just that one student that stood out of the class. The one that decided whether or not to do his work, pick a fight, or just revolted depending on his mood. I had a chance to talk to him, get to know him, but the most information I got from him is his favorite hobbies, foods, and name. Any suggestions on how to control the behavior and get to know him?
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I have volunteered in several elementary classrooms, & i find two things have helped me get the students to listen:
1: this first one might sound terrible, but: notice what they fear/avoid. Do they fear spiders? The behavior specialist?Mom? Do they avoid reading work? Math? P.e.?

Find out why. This could be a triggering thing to them & hinders their work.
Also knowing that they care if you call their mom is important when things get really hairy.

2:Listen to them. I think nothing helped me connect with "that one student" in my classes more than listening to them, acknowledging how they feel, and either agreeing, or asking "why?" To gain more understanding. They need someone who cares. Often they want attention, but rather than ignore them completely or spend too much time on disciplining them, ignite meaningful discussions that will help you understand where they are coming from & how to help them.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
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Comments: Thanks for the solution.
Rated On: March 2, 2015 4:10 am
Rated By: vaguPe
 
     
     
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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 fantastic solution.
Rated On: October 14, 2016 4:29 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: I would do the same if I were in this situation. showing the student that you genuinely care about who they are as a person is so important in promoting learning and respect.
Rated On: March 1, 2017 1:25 pm
Rated By: yzujyV
 
     
     
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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: March 5, 2017 5:02 pm
Rated By: Lynn Krivoruchka