A Pedagogical Reflection Guide For Future Social Studies Pre-service Teachers
The Self
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There will be moments when your patience will be tested. You may feel frustrated when students are too noisy, uncooperative, or disrespectful. You may even reach a point where you raise your voice or become visibly upset. You might also walk away from the class because you would rather leave a bunch of hard headed students instead of dealing with them. Mind you it is normal and maybe that’s what every teacher is encountering in the profession they choose.
It is important to understand that you are human. It is okay to feel emotions—even inside the classroom.
However, what matters most is how you handle those emotions afterward. If you find yourself getting mad or raising your voice, take a moment to regain composure.
Once you are calm, explain to your students why you reacted that way. Let them understand what behavior caused the reaction and why it affected the learning environment.
For example, you might say: "I got upset earlier because the noise made it difficult for everyone to focus and learn. I want us to respect each other so we can all understand the lesson better."