Working with Difficult Students: Four Case Studies

Classroom management advice that is anecdotal – “if this happens, do this” is often too situational to have wide applications.  On the other hand, classroom management advice that is only theoretical can be hard to be of much use when difficult situations arise.

Isn’t it true that the best classroom management advice is grounded in theory -- and is clearly applicable? 

Working with Difficult Students: Four Case Studies, a Magna Publications White Paper, offers the best of both worlds.  It shows how to apply four widely-respected theories to four different types of classroom challenges with difficult students.  In each case, the theory is explained and then demonstrated.

This way, you can see for yourself how different conversations play out when research-based principles are applied.

Based on a popular Magna online seminar led by Jason Ebbeling, J.D., and Brian Van Brunt, Ed.D. this white paper explains how to:

• Work together with students to identify problems and take steps toward success
• Create a classroom atmosphere that engages students
• Build relationships with students founded on mutual respect
• Use empathy to acknowledge students’ concerns and to foster a climate for change and growth
• Avoid direct argumentation while helping students understand accountability and self-responsibility
• Be aware of resources for assistance (counseling services, academic advising, etc.) for difficult students and know when and how to use them

Along with what works, you’ll also learn what doesn’t—such as certain responses to difficult students that only further alienate them or to exacerbate a problem.

This 40-page white paper is recommended for:

• New college faculty members.
• Experienced faculty members seeking fresh ideas for classroom management,
• Faculty concerned about at-risk students.
• Academic deans and faculty development personnel instructors.

Like our other Magna Publications products, this white paper is practical and solution-focused with actionable steps you can use right away to enhance professional skill

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