Take our quiz to find out which teaching crisis you’re best equipped to handle in the classroom. Take the quiz now!
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1 A student suddenly starts crying in the middle of class. What’s your first move?
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Calmly ask what’s wrong and offer support. -
Take them outside to talk privately, while keeping the class on track. -
Panic slightly but try to manage the situation as best as you can.
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2 You’ve just been informed that there will be a surprise observation in your class. How do you feel?
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No problem, you’re always prepared.
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A bit nervous, but you know you can handle it. -
Stressed out! Surprise observations are your worst nightmare.
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3 A heated argument breaks out between two students during your lesson. What do you do?
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Step in immediately and defuse the situation.
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Let them express themselves but keep it under control.
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Freeze for a moment, then try to separate them.
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4 Your lesson plan falls apart because of technical issues. What’s your reaction?
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Improvise on the spot with a backup plan.
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Take a moment to regroup, then find a workaround.
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Feel flustered and struggle to keep the class engaged.
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5 You’re handed a stack of last-minute paperwork to complete before the end of the day. How do you handle it?
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Tackle it head-on, no complaints.
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Prioritize and work through it efficiently. -
Feel overwhelmed but push through as best as you can.
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6 A parent angrily confronts you about their child’s grades after school. What’s your approach?
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Calmly explain your grading process and listen to their concerns.
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Defend your position but try to stay diplomatic. -
Feel anxious and uncertain about how to handle the confrontation.
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7 You find out you have to teach a subject you’re not familiar with. What’s your response?
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Dive into research and get up to speed quickly.
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Seek advice from colleagues and prepare as much as possible.
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Stress out but do your best to figure it out as you go.
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Which Teaching Crisis Are You Ready For?
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The Crisis Commander!
You’re cool under pressure and ready for just about anything. When a crisis hits, you step up with confidence and keep things under control, making you a reliable leader in the classroom.
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The Resilient Strategist!
You handle stress with thoughtfulness and adaptability. While you may feel the pressure, you always find a way to manage the crisis and keep your class running smoothly.
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The Stress Survivor!
Crisis situations tend to rattle you, but you push through with determination. It might be helpful to explore new strategies for managing stress so you can feel more confident in the face of unexpected challenges.
