Case
Bad Language

I have a student who is repeatedly using bad language in class. I have written home notes-no response-taken away points and isolated him from other students. I have tried talking to him privately when this happens, but he continues. How can I handle this problem in my classroom?

Posted on: 10/09/16 | Views: 1209
Solution #1
Top Solution
If the student continues to have this behavior, even after you have talked to the students and the parents, you should create a simple behavior plan with the student. For example, you could put him on a point system. If he enjoys playing on the iPad, for example, you could have the iPad as an incentive at the end of the day. For each subject that is completed without the student using bad language, he can earn one point. The student must earn five (the amount of points can be adjusted) points in order to earn the iPad for the last five/ten minutes of class. This would provide the student with something to work towards while also helping to control his behavior. I hope it works!

I agree with this suggestion. Offering some type of positive reinforcement could motivate the student.

34 2
Solution #2
If you have done all those things I think it is time to get the administration involved. Maybe him meeting with the principal will help him understand how serious of an issue this is and if he doesn't fix it there will be worse consequences.

I agree with this solution for the situation. When the parents are not responding and the student is not responding to attempts to correct the behavior, it is time to get the administration involved. This student cannot be allowed to disrupt the class, and now it is time to bring in support.

13 0
Solution #3
While you have said that you have already talk to the student but I want to make sure your talks are getting somewhere. The idea when talking to the student its important to not only tell them why its wrong like who can offend or hurt but also ask them why they doing it. It is important to be in charge but also show that you care about the student.

I think this an important point brought up, to teach the student that he may be hurting his classmate's feelings and try to level with him on his actions all while still maintaining authority as the teacher.

This solution is a great intervention that can lead to the student coming out with the real issues they are facing. Showing compassion and understanding instead of punishment and shame can really help the student understand and be understood. This can also result in respect for his teacher classmates and himself.

6 0
Solution #4
I think that after doing all of these things does not work try giving him positive reinforcements when he does not continue cursing. He may be at that age where he finds it "cool" to use bad language or may even hear it at home. I think giving him worse consequences may also help him reduce the amount of bad language he is using.
2 0
Solution #5
Document behavior and request a conference with parents and administration if necessary.
1 0
Solution #6
I would find what the students likes and rewards him with positive reinforcement. Providing him with benefits if he goes a certain amount of time without using bad language.
1 0
Solution #7
This is a situation I would bring to administration's attention. It sounds like the student is defiant and might require a referral.
0 0
Solution #8
Getting to the bottom of what motivates this student is critical when stopping bad behavior. It would be useful to implement tasks that the student finds engaging and relevant to their own life and learning. if the student is happy and learning in an environment that is appealing to them, they may be less inclined to use such negative language.
0 0
Solution #9
Document behavior and get administration brought in, try to get the parents into a conference to realize how serious the situation is.
0 0
Solution #10
Tell him the language cannot be tolerated in the class. Instead of notes home, make a phone-call home.
0 0
Solution #11
Unfortunately it sounds like the student could just be modeling language used at home if the parents have not responded to the notes home. I would suggest getting administration involved, then they can look into if their is some issues at home. I would suggest to his classmates to ignore him when he uses bad language since many times kids only use those words for reactions. If the students stop reacting to his behavior, he may stop.
0 0
Solution #12
you need to have a conference with his parents and if it continues then the student is going to have to be taken out of the classroom and will not be able to return until they stop using bad language.
0 0
Solution #13
Since the parents are not responding it seems that they are aware of it but do not see it as a problem. In this case, I would talk to the behavior specialist and see what they can do to resolve this problem. Since they are not the teacher, they would probably be able to get a hold of the parents as well to resolve this issue.
0 0
Solution #14
Yikes! Try sending the student to a counselor or speaking with the counselor yourself for the next appropriate actions!
0 0
Solution #15
Some students will curse more if it makes you mad. don't let him get to you and continue to punish him.I would also schedule a conference or at least call his parents to ensure they know of his behavior.
0 0
Solution #16
Remind this student that there are consequences to their actions.

And the next step would be giving some kind of consequence to the student.

0 0
Solution #17
I also agree that you should use some positive reinforcement for this student. Maybe praise the student more for doing something right and giving them something like a sticker or a snack.
0 0
Solution #18
I agree with the comment left below, ask him as why is he doing it. also requests a conference with the parent.
0 1
Solution #19
I believe having some parental involvement may also be a good idea. I have dealt with students using bad language before and adding more consequences outside of the classroom ay be needed to change the students behavior.
0 2
Solution #20
I would go the next step from writing notes home to calling the parents and letting them know that there is a serious issue going on in class. If the parents don't respond to the phone call, I would let the principle of the school know and have him/her get in touch with the family.
1 5
Solution #21
Would it be possible to have another teacher talk to the student? Maybe the message can get through via another colleague.

Think is an interesting approach but instead of another teacher, use school personnel that the child seems to like whether its the P.E. teacher or lunchroom supervisor.

1 6