Sure, you’ve all heard of the side-conversationalist, the late-comer, and the teacher’s pet, but I have four new types of difficult learners ...
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Langevin Blog
‘Difficult Participants’ Posts
How to Spot the Modern-Day Difficult Learner
April 8th, 2013 Lynne KoltookianMulti-tasking is Still a Myth: The Impact of Texting on Learning
February 2nd, 2012 Melissa Grey SatterfieldWe all know the potential – from annoying to tragic – of, for example, dialing or texting or talking on a cell...
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How to Prevent Problems in the Classroom
January 26th, 2012 Ron ChambersWe live in a world that tries desperately to be risk-free. Think about it...
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Just Say NO to Cellphones
November 14th, 2011 Melissa Grey SatterfieldIn the news not so long ago there was a story about an Oregon woman who was...
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Blame it on the Weather: Tips for Managing Classroom Dynamics
November 10th, 2011 Ron ChambersAs instructors, one of the biggest concerns we have is dealing with the wide range of...
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Encouraging Learner Participation
September 1st, 2011 Lynne KoltookianHave you ever wondered why learners constantly ask you if they can leave early...
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I SURVIVED A DIFFICULT PARTICIPANT…and SO CAN YOU!
May 23rd, 2011 Melissa Grey SatterfieldMy favorite morning news show recently interviewed music sensation Lady Gaga...
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Show Some LOVE: Solutions for Dealing with Problem Learners
February 14th, 2011 Ron ChambersOh, how we just love February, the month of love! With winter’s firm grip on many of us...
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Nip It In The Bud!!
April 26th, 2010 Linda Carole PierceLangevin has a three-level intervention process when dealing with difficult situations/persons in the classroom....
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Clowning Around
February 1st, 2010 Jim LeligdonPart of keeping participants engaged involves using a creative delivery style. I like to use humor when appropriate....
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