Khan Academy in my classroom

A few days ago, two students were sent to my room for misbehavior in the regular classroom. As the students looked at me, I thought I could handle the situation in one of two ways.

Option A:  An immediate lecture on respectful behavior.

I paused and stared into their eyes and could see the frustration, bubbling over like a pot with a tightly-fitted lid.

Option B: An impromptu lesson to ease the tension.

Without further hesitation, I pulled up a Khan Academy  video on 3-digit addition with regrouping and was amazed at the attention it beckoned. After the short video, I wrote a series of addition problems on the board and said "Go." Keep in mind, both students have difficulties with completing assignments due to a general lack of motivation, rather than a lack of ability. As I walked between their desks, I smiled with satisfaction as the boys began changing their negative behaviors and learning a new skill at the same time. The three of us spent 20 minutes reviewing their work and providing feedback. At one point, the boys checked eachother's work and explained why the totals were correct/incorrect.

I suppose I lifted their tight-fitted lids and turned down the temperature a bit. After about an hour, I took the boys aside to discuss appropriate classroom behavior. Now, if only Khan Academy had some behavior videos;)