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‘Difficult Participants’ Posts

How to Spot the Modern-Day Difficult Learner

April 8th, 2013 Lynne Koltookian

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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Multi-tasking is Still a Myth: The Impact of Texting on Learning

February 2nd, 2012 Melissa Grey Satterfield

We 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 Chambers

We 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 Satterfield

In 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 Chambers

As 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 Koltookian

Have 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 Satterfield

My 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 Chambers

Oh, 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 Pierce

Langevin 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 Leligdon

Part of keeping participants engaged involves using a creative delivery style. I like to use humor when appropriate....
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