The article reports that according to a survey commissioned by the BBC, nearly one in five teachers in England has experienced physical violence from pupils this year. Teachers describe incidents of spitting, swearing, and chair-throwing as increasingly common. The Department for Education has invested £10m in behaviour hubs to support schools, but teachers report worsening behaviour since the Covid pandemic. Some schools, like St John Fisher Catholic Academy, have implemented strict behaviour policies, resulting in improved student conduct. However, the survey also reveals concerning trends, such as a significant number of teachers witnessing fighting and aggressive behaviour, including sexual harassment. Experts attribute this to cuts in mental health services and a lack of training in behaviour management. The DfE claims to be taking decisive action to address these issues, but teachers still face abuse from parents, both online and in person.
Ive been hearing so much about this, and in many different countries! Very sad
What do you think is the best way to tackle this challenge? Sounds like a huge turn off for people who want to pursue a career path like this
Here are a few strategies that could potentially help tackle this challenge:
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Encourage and reward good behaviour to foster positivity.
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Establish open communication channels between teachers, students, and parents.
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Provide additional support resources like counsellors or behavioural specialists.
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Enforce clear and consistent disciplinary measures.
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Offer training and professional development for teachers in behaviour management.
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Address underlying factors such as mental health or socio-economic issues.
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Cultivate a positive school culture to promote a sense of belonging and motivation.
Such an interesting read, I definitely feel this behaviour is due to mobile phones and a lack of attention span where students are not used to cognitive learning outside of school.
These are all great. Open communication is the way to go about it for sure