The Role of the Teacher in a Challenging Classroom Environment. Discovering the Duty of the Teacher When Order Gets out of Hand

Abstract

This article tackles the problem of classroom management and the role of the teacher in situations that seem too difficult to handle. Disruptive behavior is a common issue for teachers, and it can range from minor misbehavior to potentially unmanageable one. The article explores the challenges teachers might face when managing the class and offers potential solutions. Yet, when none of the classroom management strategies proves effective, it becomes necessary to question the role of the teacher beyond the conventional duty of being an ‘information conveyor’. Ultimately, it is suggested that the teachers’ soft skills and their role as a positive role model should prevail.

Keywords

• classroom management
• teacher’s roles
• misbehavior
• teacher-student relationship
• empathic approach