Make Your Class Fun Without Getting in Trouble

The main purpose of class is to learn, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. A class can be interesting and fun, even in your least favorite subject. It is possible to make your class enjoyable, but not at the expense of your or your classmates’ education. You should not get in trouble with the teacher for making class more fun. To make class more fun, you can come prepared to class, participate in class, and get to know other students.

Steps

Coming Prepared to Class

  1. Make sure you have all of your supplies. Class will be much more stressful if you don’t bring everything you’re supposed to. Make sure to bring your textbooks, pencils, homework, paper, and anything else you will need to be prepared. It’s easier to have fun in class when there is no unnecessary stress. Being prepared for class will also show your teacher your seriousness about the subject, which can improve relations, and in turn, make class more enjoyable for both parties.[1]
    • Bring a few extra pens and paper to lend out to other students who may have forgotten their supplies.
  2. Bring decorative supplies. Personalizing your supplies and locker can make class more enjoyable. Cover your folders with stickers or drawings. Bring cute erasers for the tops of your pencils. Put pictures of your friends and family into binders. Add any decoration that you enjoy looking at, as long as it’s allowed in the classroom.[2]
    • You can also ask your teacher if it’s possible to help decorate the classroom for holidays like Halloween and Valentine’s Day.
  3. Come with things to pass out to your class. It’s not likely that this is something you can do regularly, but occasionally bringing things to pass out to class can liven the mood. First, ask the permission of your teacher. If it’s okay with them, you can bake cookies to pass out to your classmates, or bring another snack that can be enjoyed by everyone. Coordinate with your friends to take turns bringing treats to class.[3]
    • Ask your classmates if anyone has any food allergies before choosing a treat to bring.
    • Bring healthy snacks like banana bread and popcorn cups.

Participating in Class

  1. Participate in class discussions. Class can seem much more boring if you are not paying attention and if you’re not an active participant. You may feel nervous about it at first, but try to participate in class discussions. You should also try to answer questions when the teachers ask them. Being engaged in your learning environment will make the time pass faster, the material more interesting, and it will benefit your education.[4]
    • Make notes about points you would like to make or questions you’d like to answer.
    • Ask for feedback about points you’ve made.
  2. Make jokes when appropriate. A classroom doesn’t always have to be strictly serious. Depending on your teacher, make jokes about the course material during class discussions. During breaks, joke with your friends. Be sure that you aren’t making inappropriate jokes or disrupting the classroom environment.[5]
    • If you’re learning about physics, learn some physics jokes. For example: Q: What is the name of the first electricity device? A: Sherlock Ohms.[6]
  3. Ask the teacher to do something special. Your teacher may say no, but it doesn’t hurt to ask your teacher to do something out of the ordinary occasionally. Ask to prepare a lesson that is more interactive than usual. You can also ask to have class outside on an especially beautiful day. Plan the activity according to the subject you’re learning.
    • For example, if you’re in an environmental science class, ask the teacher if it would be possible to go outside and learn about the environment firsthand.
  4. Take notes in a creative way. If taking notes seems boring, find a way to liven it up. Use colored or glittery pens. Find colored paper, or use paper that has a design in the corners. Bring multicolored highlights to highlight important parts of the lecture. You can also doodle in the corner of your paper if it helps you focus on what the teacher is saying.[7]
    • Work on some different, fun ways to organize the notes until you find a way that works for you.
  5. Give yourself a reward. If you can’t manage to make class itself more exciting, create rewards for yourself for doing well in class. For example, get a candy bar to eat after class if you manage to sit through class without losing focus. Or, allow yourself to watch an extra hour of television that night if you take notes throughout the duration of the class.

Getting to Know Other Students

  1. Sit next to friends. You may not be able to talk during class, but sitting next to people who you like can make the classroom more enjoyable. If this isn’t possible due to assigned seating, try to be friendly with the people that surround you. Liking the people you’re in class with makes the experience a lot easier.
    • If you’re having trouble starting a conversation, ask about last night’s homework. If you don’t want the subject to be about school, compliment them on their hair, outfit, or backpack.
  2. Chat with friends during break. Avoid getting into trouble during class by saving your talking for the break. Even if it’s just a few minutes, use that time to talk with your friends. If you’re teacher isn’t busy during break, you can use that time to talk with them. It doesn’t hurt to get to know your teachers.
    • If you don’t have a break, chat with your friends a few minutes before or after class.
  3. Talk to a new person. You will be spending a lot of time with your classmates, so it is good to get to know as many of them as possible. Don’t be afraid to talk to a new person. They will already have things in common with you, like age and what you’re learning. It’s especially nice to talk to the students who are shy and don’t seem to have many friends.[8]
    • Ask the person about their interests and what they enjoy doing outside of class.

Tips

  • Be respectful. Don’t make your classroom experience harder than it has to be by acting up too much.
  • Some teachers are too straight-laced to make the classroom anything but serious. Respect your teacher’s wishes.

Warnings

  • Don't be offensive to anyone. Don’t bully students or say inappropriate things for your own entertainment.
  • Don't be offensive to the teacher. Acting out in class may be fun for a moment, but the punishment won’t be fun.

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Sources and Citations

  1. ↑ http://www.pace.edu/center-academic-excellence/tutoring-center/new-york-city-campus/musts-for-successful-study/prepare-for-class
  2. ↑ http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/08/22/diy-school-supply-decorations_n_3653138.html
  3. ↑ http://school-bites.com/healthy-classroom-parties/
  4. ↑ http://www.studygs.net/intstudy.htm
  5. ↑ http://jokes4us.com/miscellaneousjokes/schooljokes/
  6. ↑ http://www.jupiterscientific.org/sciinfo/jokes/physicsjokes.html
  7. ↑ http://www.seventeen.com/life/school/a30734/best-class-notes-study-inspiration/
  8. ↑ http://www.succeedsocially.com/howtomakefriendscollege
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