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hissandtell - 2006-01-12 19:47:44
Darling, you are perfectly correct, of course. I've taught every year level from pre to 12 (and even beyond) and the rules are basically the same - and it all comes back to respect. As the teacher and classroom manager you are definitely in charge (the buck stops with you and all the usual aphorisms) and you are the one who sets the tone. As a role model, part of what you have to do sometimes is praise and compliment where it's deserved, criticise where it's warranted and apologise in an appropriate fashion when you've made a mistake. And what you have to do (almost) all the time is treat the kids the way you want to be treated, and how they should treat each other. Congratulations on your "rapport" with your "good" class... Love, R xxx
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