Teaching Hyperactive Students Case Study: Week 5
Weekly Classroom Case Study – Week 5 Developing Independence and Self-Monitoring By the fifth week, something had clearly changed. He was no longer the restless student who interrupted lessons. He was more patient, more aware, and noticeably calmer. But as an experienced teacher, I knew something important: real success is not when the teacher controls the student— real success is when the student begins to control himself. Week 5 was about shifting responsibility. My task for the week: Help him develop self-monitoring so he no longer depends on my constant guidance. Sunday: Handing Over Responsibility At the beginning of the class, I approached him quietly. I said, “For the past few weeks, I have been helping you manage your energy. This week, I want you to start managing it yourself.” I gave him a simple challenge. Every day, he would reflect on three things: • Did I interrupt today? • Did I help others learn? • Did I stay focused during lessons? He would write the answers...