Questions and Answers
How can you help students comply with the expectations for behavior?
Help students see the difference between appropriate and inappropriate behavior, articulate clearly what you'd like them to do, and help them understand the rationale for rules.
What do rules in the classroom represent?
What are procedures in a classroom?
Routines that cover how things get done in class.
Who are Carolyn Evertson and Edmund Emmer?
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What should you avoid when communicating with students who don't meet expectations?
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What constitutes misbehavior?
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Behavior is the totality of one's _________ and _________ activities.
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What are limits in the context of classroom behavior?
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Positive influence involves inviting students to conduct themselves in accordance with __________.
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List one condition that tends to correlate with misbehavior in schools.
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Which of the following is a type of misbehavior?
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What are some steps to influence students positively?
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What do Positive Behavioral Interventions involve?
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What is the Preoperational Stage characterized by?
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What is the age range for Concrete Operations Stage?
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The Formal Operations Stage occurs from ages ______ to ______.
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What is the focus of Classroom Procedures?
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What do students generally dislike in their school experience?
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What are the 8 needs that students have?
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All students misbehave at one time or another.
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What are the main objectives in Classroom Management?
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What are key conditions that promote misbehavior in classrooms?
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What does Due Diligence mean in a classroom context?
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What is the role of the NEA - National Education Association?
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It is the teacher's responsibility to ensure that all students behave responsibly.
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The understanding of _____________ is critical in culturally responsive teaching.
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What is Classroom Management primarily about?
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Study Notes
Developmental Stages
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Preoperational Stage (Ages 2-7): Children reason based on impressions rather than logic; struggle with memory, rules, cause-effect, number relationships, and understanding others.
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Concrete Operations Stage (Ages 7-11):
- Part 1 (Ages 7-8): Begin understanding concepts, can relate parts to a whole, and comprehend cause and effect; prefer games and respond well to adult authority.
- Part 2 (Ages 9-11): Function independently but still seek attention; have a strong interest in nature and can recognize the need for rules, but struggle with losing.
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Formal Operations Stage (Ages 12-14): Think abstractly and are metacognitive; face bodily changes and need adult support while seeking independence; show increased rebelliousness and respect for empathetic teachers.
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Formal Operations Stage (Ages 15-18): Proclivity for theorizing and understanding complex concepts; critical of societal structures; begin to emotionally stabilize and consider future paths.
Needs and Wants in Education
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Need: A vague condition driving individuals to seek certain satisfactions.
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Want: Influenced by society and transient in nature.
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Eight Essential Needs: Security, Association, Belonging, Dignity, Hope, Power, Enjoyment, Competence.
Classroom Management Concepts
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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Addresses needs in a pyramid structure, culminating with self-actualization.
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Habits: Patterns of behavior developed through practice that can be beneficial or harmful.
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Procedures: Established expectations that create productive classroom habits.
School Emphasis and Expectations
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Key Emphases: Time management, planning ahead, equality in relationships, personal achievement, respect for adults, opportunity for advancement, verbal learning, and responsible personal behavior.
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Fundamental Questions: Essential considerations regarding the purpose of classroom management, legal and ethical responsibilities, expectations from students, and strategies for managing misbehavior effectively.
Professional Standards
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NEA Code of Ethics: Established in 1975; emphasizes professionalism and respect in conduct.
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Classroom Management Objectives: Create a safe environment, promote civility, and foster student motivation and self-control.
Communication and Interaction
- Congruent Communication: Aligning communication with students’ feelings to foster respect and understanding.
- Teacher-Student Obligations: Mutual responsibilities in the learning process include reasonable effort and acceptable conduct.
Addressing Misbehavior
- Ten Conditions Promoting Misbehavior: Unmet needs, thwarted desires, temptations, and other factors that contribute to disruptive behavior.
- Contagious Group Behavior: Peer pressure influencing misbehavior among students.
Classroom Environment Control
- Instructional Environment Conditions: Physical discomfort, boredom, and lack of stimulation can obstruct learning.
- Teacher’s Role: Maintain watch and ensure the environment supports educational needs.
Negligence and Duty
- Negligence: Failure to supervise students effectively.
- Breach of Duty: Serious failure to comply with legal obligations in an educational setting.
- Due Diligence: The necessity of attentively supervising students to ensure their safety and learning.
Classroom Standards
- Fundamental Standards: Upholds the right for teachers to teach and students to learn without disruption, promoting cooperation and self-management skills among students.### Student Compliance with Expectations
- Clarify differences between appropriate and inappropriate behavior.
- Explain rationale behind rules to foster participation.
- Specific expectations enhance understanding and compliance.
- Students should practice behaviors that lead to success.
Classroom Rules
- Establish expectations for student engagement with people, time, space, and materials.
- Rules should apply universally at all times, e.g., "be respectful" defined in detail.
Classroom Procedures
- Develop routines that outline how tasks are completed in class.
- Procedures may differ based on the context, needing teaching, rehearsal, and reinforcement.
Notable Experts
- Carolyn Evertson and Edmund Emmer advocate for a limited number of rules and an extensive set of procedures to manage classrooms effectively.
Communicating Expectations
- Avoid criticism; encourage students to reflect on choices.
- Use reminders such as "let's remember to show respect."
Understanding Behavior
- Behavior encompasses all physical and mental activities, impacting classroom dynamics.
- Misbehavior includes disruptions, inappropriate actions that hinder learning or disrespect others.
Defining Appropriate Behavior
- Exemplifies behavior aligned with class expectations without hindering learning or moral codes.
Setting Behavioral Limits
- Establish clear boundaries distinguishing acceptable behavior from misbehavior.
- Boundaries should be culturally rooted and explicitly communicated by teachers.
Positive Influences in Class
- Engage students positively to align their behavior with class expectations.
- Utilize supportive comments to reduce resistance and inspire motivation.
Types of Misbehavior
- Categories include inattention, apathy, needless talk, physical distractions, and various forms of dishonesty, including lying, stealing, cheating, and aggression.
Conditions Correlating with Misbehavior
- Factors include unmet needs, poor social habits, temptation, and lack of engagement in learning.
Peer Influence on Misbehavior
- Misbehavior can originate from provocation and be exacerbated by peer pressure.
Instructional Environment Influences
- Misbehavior may arise from physical discomfort, boredom, lack of meaningful work, or insufficient stimulation.
Teacher Behaviors Leading to Issues
- Misconduct may involve displaying poor attitudes, ineffective communication, or lack of engagement with students.
Steps to Influence Students
- Knowledge of subject matter, structured instruction, and charismatic engagement are essential in positively influencing students.
Replacing Criticism with Positive Strategies
- Choose non-threatening responses; promote self-reflection on behavior and its alignment with personal goals.
Building Rapport with Students
- Engage students privately, offer help, show genuine interest, and maintain daily communication not focused on behavior.
Effective Teacher Practices
- Greet students, use lesson content for behavior management, and keep communication open with students and parents.
Positive Behavioral Interventions (PBS)
- Reward students for good behavior, typically through a point system to reinforce positive conduct.
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