Late-coming must first be understood before any action is taken
Feb 10, 2009
TEACHERS’ DESK<br><br>NOW that school has started, one might notice that the same late-comers of last year are back to their same habits. It is easier to judge and punish them for their lateness.
TEACHERS’ DESK
BY RONALD OMARA
NOW that school has started, one might notice that the same late-comers of last year are back to their same habits. It is easier to judge and punish them for their lateness. However, we should learn why they are always late according to these groups:
Rebel
They resist every form of authority and run late as a way of making a statement of their existence, or simply to exert their own ‘control’. The rebel needs to be handled firmly in accordance with school regulations. But not all late-comers are rebels.
Absent-minded
professor
These are easily distracted on their way to class or at home or dormitories. They are forgetful and sometimes get lost in their own world. Waking up in the morning is also a problem for them. This lot reforms well with useful peers who watch over them all the time and interact more closely with them than the teachers.
Indulger
They have little self-control and lack self-esteem. They find it easier to give way to others’ wishes. Small responsibilities in class should make them feel useful.
Evader
They are anxious about their environment and try to balance this anomaly by controlling their own schedules. They are selfish. They require close but sensitive supervision to allow as much self-motivation as possible.
Producer
This type is always busy doing something. They think being busy means being productive. They enjoy squeezing as much work as possible into every minute, and in so doing lose track of time. They need guidance on how to prioritise work.
Deadliner
This is another marginal group that enjoys the final sprint to the finish line. They feel alive when they are running out of time, a- sweet-effect of adrenaline caused by the anxiety of running on the edge of time. The deadliner needs to learn to handle tasks as they come in order not to get overwhelmed when work piles on them.
Rationaliser
This is probably the most difficult lot to handle. They blame the weather, traffic jam, their parents, the dead alarm clock, and the neighbour’s dog and anything except themselves. To them, they are delayed, not late. You should listen to their reasons so you can give relevant help. Ask them to watch their time closely.
Quote of the day:
Failing to plan is planning to fail —
Anonymous
BY RONALD OMARA
NOW that school has started, one might notice that the same late-comers of last year are back to their same habits. It is easier to judge and punish them for their lateness. However, we should learn why they are always late according to these groups:
Rebel
They resist every form of authority and run late as a way of making a statement of their existence, or simply to exert their own ‘control’. The rebel needs to be handled firmly in accordance with school regulations. But not all late-comers are rebels.
Absent-minded
professor
These are easily distracted on their way to class or at home or dormitories. They are forgetful and sometimes get lost in their own world. Waking up in the morning is also a problem for them. This lot reforms well with useful peers who watch over them all the time and interact more closely with them than the teachers.
Indulger
They have little self-control and lack self-esteem. They find it easier to give way to others’ wishes. Small responsibilities in class should make them feel useful.
Evader
They are anxious about their environment and try to balance this anomaly by controlling their own schedules. They are selfish. They require close but sensitive supervision to allow as much self-motivation as possible.
Producer
This type is always busy doing something. They think being busy means being productive. They enjoy squeezing as much work as possible into every minute, and in so doing lose track of time. They need guidance on how to prioritise work.
Deadliner
This is another marginal group that enjoys the final sprint to the finish line. They feel alive when they are running out of time, a- sweet-effect of adrenaline caused by the anxiety of running on the edge of time. The deadliner needs to learn to handle tasks as they come in order not to get overwhelmed when work piles on them.
Rationaliser
This is probably the most difficult lot to handle. They blame the weather, traffic jam, their parents, the dead alarm clock, and the neighbour’s dog and anything except themselves. To them, they are delayed, not late. You should listen to their reasons so you can give relevant help. Ask them to watch their time closely.
Quote of the day:
Failing to plan is planning to fail —
Anonymous