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Tag: solving behaviour management problems
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When things get tough, strip it back. And why this works.
Sometimes, things do not go as we hope. We have all had the experience of a class for whom behaviour is a major issue. In these situations, we must often…
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Why do great behaviour managers use high expectations to challenge low-level disruption?
Consistently communicating high expectations is one of the most effective strategies any teacher can use to help eliminate low-level disruption. High expectations demonstrate to learners that low-level disruption is not…
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What are three of the simplest strategies any teacher can use to eliminate low-level disruption?
The answer to the question is: Let’s see what that looks like in practice. If you can see low-level disruption, then you can deal with it. Learners tend to develop…
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Solving Common Classroom Behaviour Problems: Refusing to do Work and Seeking Attention
Let’s kick things off with a summary of how to effectively solve behaviour management problems in any classroom, then we’ll look at the specific scenarios of learners refusing to work…
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Solving Common Classroom Behaviour Problems: Disrupting Others and Challenging Your Authority
Let’s kick things off with a summary of how to effectively solve behaviour management problems in any classroom, then we’ll look at the specific scenarios of learners disrupting others and…
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Solving Common Classroom Behaviour Problems: Ignoring Instructions and Rudeness
Let’s kick things off with a summary of how to effectively solve behaviour management problems in any classroom, then we’ll look at the specific scenarios of learners ignoring your instructions…
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Solving Common Classroom Behaviour Problems: Persistent Lateness and Disengagement
Let’s kick things off with a summary of how to effectively solve behaviour management problems in any classroom, then we’ll look at the specific scenarios of learners being persistently late…
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Solving Common Classroom Behaviour Problems: Whole-Class Noise Levels and Class Dynamics
Let’s kick things off with a summary of how to effectively solve behaviour management problems in any classroom, then we’ll look at the specific scenarios of whole-class noise levels and…
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Solving Common Classroom Behaviour Problems: The Class Clown Role, Fixed Mindsets and Social Chat
Let’s kick things off with a summary of how to effectively solve behaviour management problems in any classroom, then we’ll look at the specific scenarios of learners wanting to play…
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How can you eliminate low-level disruption in your classroom?
When it comes to positive behaviour management, many teachers find low-level disruption the hardest nut to crack. Usually, it represents the last obstacle on the journey to excellent behaviour. This…