The question “Why do students achieve so much with one teacher and so little under the guidance of another teacher?” is often asked. I believe, as a result of having done research in this area for some time, developing good classroom management is a determining factor. Respect is paramount. Students need to feel respected and in turn need to develop respect for the teacher. I’ve spoken to kids who delight in mucking up in class and I’ve talked to their teachers. A common non-verbal cue they both tend to give is rolling their eyes. “Oh, that class,” the teacher recoils. “Oh him!” the student groans. What’s clear here is a lack of respect. And don’t start to think as a teacher you’ll be able to fake it. Students are quick to smell a rat. Teachers who are not able to respect their students are in the wrong game.