Students behave rudely in class
To find the most effective strategies, select the reason that best describes your situation, keeping in mind there may be multiple relevant reasons.
The anonymity of the class reduces civility.
Students are confused, bored, or frustrated with the course.
There is no penalty or consequence for rude behavior.
Students are intentionally challenging the instructor’s authority.
Individual students have emotional/psychological problems.
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