Sometimes students just don't seem to get what we want them to do and how they need to behave. Where is the disconnect? Listen in as Linda shares tips for setting clearer expectations in your classroom and see how your classroom changes!

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00:00 Clarifying Expectations in Classroom Management
11:21 Communicating Expectations to Students

If you enjoyed this episode, check out episode 316: How to be More Consistent With Classroom Behavior Issues: https://teach4theheart.com/managing-a-classroom-consistently/

For more encouragement, check out our free training: How to Reduce Disruptions at https://teach4theheart.com/free

Kids and teens face so many challenges around identity that parents and teachers don't always feel qualified to help them understand. Founder and Executive Director of Fieldstone Counseling, Jonathan Holmes, shares strategies outlined in his new book, Grounded in Grace, that will help teachers and parents encourage students to find their identity in God's grace.

01:20 Jonathan Holmes' Background and Motivation for Writing about Identity
03:11 Identity Struggles in Academics, Sports, and More
09:49 Reinforcing a Grace-Centered Perspective in Christian Schools
15:02 Pointing Students Towards a Deeper Identity in Public Schools

Read the blog version or transcript at http://teach4theheart.com/327

Links + Other Episodes

Grounded in Grace book: https://newgrowthpress.com/new-releases/upcoming-books/grounded-in-grace-helping-kids-build-their-identity-in-christ/
Fieldstone Counseling: https://fieldstonecounseling.org/

Past episodes with Jonathan that you might like:
Gender Identity Part 1: https://teach4theheart.com/Christian-educators-gender-identity/
Gender Identity Part 2: https://teach4theheart.com/gender-identity-christian-educator/
Reshaping Identity Issues w/ the Gospel: https://teach4theheart.com/identity/

Nothing gets in the way of learning quite like constant chatter in a classroom. It can be challenging to get students to stop talking so much. Linda shares her strategies for managing a chatty class and reducing disruptions so you can actually teach.

Get notes + links at http://teach4theheart.com/326

00:00 Introduction to Classroom Challenges
01:52 Understanding Chatter and Blurting
04:42 Implementing a Warning System
09:49 Adapting the System for Individual Needs
12:38 Building Confidence and Consistency
14:47 Conclusion and Additional Resources

Classroom Management 101: https://teach4theheart.com/cm101

Free Training: How to Reduce Disruptions so You Can Actually Teach: http://teach4theheart.com/free

If you liked this episode, check out episode 316: How to Be More Consistent with Classroom Behavior Issues at https://teach4theheart.com/316