Classroom management is most effective when:

• Faculty engage students at the beginning of the semester in a discussion of expectations for classroom conduct
• Behavioral expectations are included in the course syllabus, specific to standards for classroom conduct
• Behavioral guidelines are consistently enforced and applied fairly
• Faculty respond in a calm manner to behavioral disruptions
• Faculty initially address mildly disruptive behavior by engaging the student in a conversation about their behavior in a meeting outside of class

Peak times of increased student stress

• Semester start and end
• Midterms
• Holidays

Issues that may increase student stress

• Financial or Legal problem
• Pending assignments, final exams, workload
• Divorce, roommate, or relationship conflicts
• Health issues
• Returning home for the holidays

When you are concerned

• Tell them you are concerned
• Know campus resources
• Do not be afraid to ask questions
• Know your limits and when to refer
• Consult for advice