7 Teacher Ideas for Supporting Students Who Aren’t Doing Any Work at All

1. Mark it missing, and ask what’s going on. Their answer might surprise you.

I am showing grace, but they must show effort and communication with me. Yes, zeros happen but can be overturned. Students need to follow through. —Tara

2. Invite students to reflect on why they aren’t doing any work.

3. Teach students coping strategies.

Begin or end a class with meditation exercises to help students get focused. Check in with students during independent work. These are simple and small ways to support your students.—Kerith

4. Ask students to write a weekly email and set goals.

5. Consider grading assessments, but not homework or other types of practice.

6. Try positive reinforcement and celebrate students’ small wins.

7. Even when you’ve tried everything, never give up on your students.

Reference: https://www.weareteachers.com/students-arent-doing-work/?fbclid=IwAR0cBaaGwcH3nElvccZskQlyKFsc0gFBtp06yFFBwX2Wzb5kQNKeL6ITMGM