#CaringClassroom Archive
The #CaringClassroom Chat explores positive teacher-student relationships, classroom management, and engaging and supportive instruction. Join us on Sundays @ 8:00 PM CST/9:00 PM EST.
Monday August 1, 2016
Mark A. Hammett, Religion Teacher/Middle School Coordinator, St. Pius X School, Bowie MD
A1 3 key management tools are being positive, proactive & relying on procedures to instill security, structure, & stability
Dylan Smith from Ottawa saying hello!
Hi Robert! Glad you could join us!
Q1:Expectations in print for Ps and Ss, A tiered approach to consequence that includes S and P participation.
Being proactive is essential! Procedures are so important to use with students! https://t.co/e3HnjpX7wq
A1 3 key management tools are being positive, proactive & relying on procedures to instill security, structure, & stability
How does your tiered approach to consequences work Mark? Tell us more. https://t.co/zFHScj5Q98
Q1:Expectations in print for Ps and Ss, A tiered approach to consequence that includes S and P participation.
Hope I'm not too late...Natasha Jefferson-OK First grade
A2: I try to circulate around the room and I try to take pauses in instruction, so I don't get too caught up in the lesson
Hello! Jessica here from Regina, SK. Canada. I teach a grade 2/3 split.
Hi Natasha! Glad you could join us tonight!
A1) procedures and expectations! Making sure Ss are involved in the process. Making positive connections with Ps
A1: My classroom management toolkit includes co-planning classroom rules with my Ss. Also, practicing routines.
Giving students a voice is so important! https://t.co/JGRtGe7YzW
A1) procedures and expectations! Making sure Ss are involved in the process. Making positive connections with Ps
A2) constant movement and engagement with Ss in the classroom
Routines and procedures prevent so many discipline issues. https://t.co/hVPdFGFs9A
A1: My classroom management toolkit includes co-planning classroom rules with my Ss. Also, practicing routines.
A2: I remain aware of Ss behaviour by periodically doing a "classroom scan" during my lessons. I do frequent checkins.
My toolkit is packed with high expectations, rewards, consequences and love bc is a
A2 I stay aware with proximity and circulating thru the room. I use positive reinforcement to capitalize on good behavior.
Love this! https://t.co/PuTlmEAom9
My toolkit is packed with high expectations, rewards, consequences and love bc is a
proximity, indirect verbal address, direct address, minor consequence, then Parent involvement
A3: For me it is important to constantly walk around the room. Each student should feel your presence as you teach.
What kinds of positive reinforcement do you use Robert? https://t.co/9OupavzWRp
A2 I stay aware with proximity and circulating thru the room. I use positive reinforcement to capitalize on good behavior.
Evylyn, Assistant Principal, Maryland
A3 I am always up on my feet, circulating the room as I teach. Also, strategic placing of students where I usually am at.
What sorts of consequences do you use Mark? https://t.co/ivVTu2QiaY
proximity, indirect verbal address, direct address, minor consequence, then Parent involvement
A3 If done correctly, proximity is seen by Ss as you being nearby to celebrate them doing good, not to catch 'em doing bad!
Agreed! https://t.co/WJvGNjlHju
A3: For me it is important to constantly walk around the room. Each student should feel your presence as you teach.
Q3: Proximity is the first "go- to" and usually works right out of the chute!
This is great Jenny! https://t.co/baO197FGFS
A3 I am always up on my feet, circulating the room as I teach. Also, strategic placing of students where I usually am at.
Agreed! https://t.co/2RKoMx5IEg
A3 If done correctly, proximity is seen by Ss as you being nearby to celebrate them doing good, not to catch 'em doing bad!
Isn't that the truth . . . https://t.co/qIQQsyOWPP
Q3: Proximity is the first "go- to" and usually works right out of the chute!
quick conference after class at desk or at recess if needed, staying in for recess, then parent involvement
Pos. reinforcement should be personal by name, specifically point out what was done well, & thank S for their cooperation
This is great stuff Robert! https://t.co/uqrpBacRa9
Pos. reinforcement should be personal by name, specifically point out what was done well, & thank S for their cooperation
We speak the same language!
To keep Ss engaged; T has to be engaged. Have fun, move, model, take risks, be present; the desk is for the papers
Yes, very effective, and telling. If a S needs frequent proximity, something else likely needs to be in place.
Proximity allows me to reinforce Ss on task and focused, while serving as a reminder to those who may not be😉
Exactly! https://t.co/d5fRwBlxrK
To keep Ss engaged; T has to be engaged. Have fun, move, model, take risks, be present; the desk is for the papers
So important! https://t.co/Vz2mPNeggu
Proximity allows me to reinforce Ss on task and focused, while serving as a reminder to those who may not be😉
That's awesome Robert! https://t.co/mSxMAQD0Bx
I wrote an article titled The 10 Ps of Positive Classroom Mgmt coming in the Sept issue of UKEdChat magazine. Very excited!
A3: Proximity could be good and bad. Some need it and some don't. They need to know that you are there for them. 😀😉👏🏻👍🏻
A4: Knowing how important staying calm is keeps me grounded when dealing with student behaviour. Time is usually key.
It is so important! https://t.co/nyoaRiGzp1
A4: Knowing how important staying calm is keeps me grounded when dealing with student behaviour. Time is usually key.
A4 Calm & confident leaders instill trust & respect. Act like the adult in charge who also is warm & welcoming.
A4: Pauses...Careful, caring, comedy and slow, silent, deep breathing
Modeling the behaviour we expect from our students is essential! https://t.co/OFVHJSU5Ha
A4 Calm & confident leaders instill trust & respect. Act like the adult in charge who also is warm & welcoming.
Comedy . . . love that! Lol https://t.co/llkNEkLcHw
A4: Pauses...Careful, caring, comedy and slow, silent, deep breathing
So well said, Mark! & I'm a sucker for alliteration. https://t.co/tuFFZHSPO8
A4: Pauses...Careful, caring, comedy and slow, silent, deep breathing
We have to laugh!!!!...hopefully not at anyone's expense but rather just the situation!
A5: Having consistent classroom rules allows for fairness when problem solving.
A4: I give them a min, take a deep breath + never show that I'm upset. I use it as a learning tool; earn extra preaching
A5 I stick to my word. If I make a bad judgement call, I apologize & explain. Open communication between students & I.
How do you stay consistent with classroom rules? https://t.co/LRKevAFUFh
A5: Having consistent classroom rules allows for fairness when problem solving.
Q5: Consistency is easy...follow and work the and routines. Stay with the system one has put in place. Fairness....
Sticking to your word is so important. Consistent in words and actions . . . https://t.co/z9XE9TP6cO
A5 I stick to my word. If I make a bad judgement call, I apologize & explain. Open communication between students & I.
A5 Though intertwined, the 4 crucial aspects of teaching are being a firm, fair, fascinating facilitator.
A5: Collaborate to design eval tools, Ss have a voice, trust and opinion that is considered to make decisions
Reviewing the rules several times at the beginning of the year and periodically throughout the school year
More alliteration Robert . . . Love it! https://t.co/kbElSgXApV
A5 Though intertwined, the 4 crucial aspects of teaching are being a firm, fair, fascinating facilitator.
Q5: Fairness is harder, as many situations, as well as the children themselves, aand their perceptions can greatly vary
Reviewing the rules helps the students and teacher. https://t.co/8VAzSwNnIn
Reviewing the rules several times at the beginning of the year and periodically throughout the school year
A5 Firm creates cooperation, fair develops S confidence, fascinating develops creativity, & facilitator makes capabilities
I agree Mark. How do you stay fair in these situations? https://t.co/VRzTH35DbJ
Q5: Fairness is harder, as many situations, as well as the children themselves, aand their perceptions can greatly vary
Q5: sorry that's "and"...not "aand." I can't type!!!!
Love this! https://t.co/Vwtkslyn7X
A5 Firm creates cooperation, fair develops S confidence, fascinating develops creativity, & facilitator makes capabilities
Q5: Sometimes we find we have to be very understanding. Very often, the situations and students differ.
Q5: Also we have to remember sometimes justice is getting what we need...not necessarily what we deserve.
Great Q! Depends on the frequency or severity. Bottom line: Ss must be courteous & cooperative https://t.co/RF5rpTYzv7
A5: Back to proactivity: Staying fair in the eyes of Ss is only one of many reasons to coach your class about .
A7: Def. important to find out cause of behaviour. We need to be both understanding and empathetic. https://t.co/EKIEdHfLAE
A6: Pragmatists don’t worry about the causes of a disruption with no obvious function, until it repeats. :)
Q6: I always try to find the cause...I want to seek to understand.. not just criticize...Then we can try to address.
A6 Absolutely! It makes life easier when you get to the root of the cause. Helps determine the right strategies to use too.
Getting to the root of the issue shows students that you care about them. https://t.co/MQHnW6Xr04
A6 Absolutely! It makes life easier when you get to the root of the cause. Helps determine the right strategies to use too.
A7: Power Struggles!!! Avoid them and don't enter into them. Yield when necessary! Deter, defer, and delay as best you can.
A7 My most challenging Ss were won over by me being tough as nails yet sincerely encouraging. Kids crave strong leaders!
Be sure to join us next week Mark, as this is the topic we'll be discussing. https://t.co/5K0ACr0q7h
A7: Power Struggles!!! Avoid them and don't enter into them. Yield when necessary! Deter, defer, and delay as best you can.
So true, Mark! & yet standing up to a recalcitrant kid often makes them finally respect you. https://t.co/ZePnm78xfT
A7: Power Struggles!!! Avoid them and don't enter into them. Yield when necessary! Deter, defer, and delay as best you can.
Great ideas tonight everyone! Love how positive everyone is!
I love your chats, ! I also feel we are kindred spirits in so many ways.
Yes!!! but we need to be careful which mountains we choose and do so strategically and sparingly
A7: I'm sure every teacher has them! I think the key is to be calm, consistent and fair.
Thank you A great many things to ponder! Good Night and Joy be to you all! Have a great week!
I agree Mark. I avoid power struggles like the plague. Can ruin a pos rel w/ a student. Lose-lose. https://t.co/qynXhoQrsx
Yes!!! but we need to be careful which mountains we choose and do so strategically and sparingly
Yes! & if we use leadership, love, laughter, & learning equally, those mountains will be few. https://t.co/EVfi5henXG
Yes!!! but we need to be careful which mountains we choose and do so strategically and sparingly
That's so true Jessica. https://t.co/HYRLAnMUlk
A7: I'm sure every teacher has them! I think the key is to be calm, consistent and fair.
