Classroom Management

Teaching and learning are dynamic, complex processes that benefit from thoughtful strategies and responsive approaches. This page highlights resources designed to help instructors navigate a range of classroom challenges and opportunities, from managing 鈥渉ot moments鈥 and supporting trauma-informed teaching to setting expectations around mobile device use and addressing the realities of student multitasking. You鈥檒l also find strategies for fostering self-directed learning and motivating students to come to class prepared and ready to engage. Together, these resources offer practical, adaptable tools to help create inclusive, focused, and effective learning environments.

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Managing "Hot Moments" in the Classroom

Strategies for responding to challenging or emotionally charged situations in ways that support respectful dialogue and continued learning.

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Understanding Different Forms of Trauma in the Classroom

Approaches that help you create supportive, responsive learning environments that recognize and address the impact of trauma on student learning.

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Managing Mobile Devices in the Classroom

Guidance on setting expectations and using technology intentionally to support focus, engagement, and learning.

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The Multitasking Student

Guidance on setting expectations and using technology intentionally to support focus, engagement, and learning.

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Creating Self-Directed Learners

Approaches that encourage students to take ownership of their learning through goal setting, reflection, and independent engagement.

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Motivating Students to Come to Class Prepared

Strategies for designing courses and activities that encourage students to complete pre-class work and actively participate in learning.

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