Elements to Consider in Effective Learning Environments

Time
1. Time Wasters
  1. Late Starts and Early Finishes
  2. Paperwork, People and Message Interruptions
  3. Discipline
  4. Routine
2. Maximize Via
  1. Pacing
  2. Engaging Lessons
  3. Quick Transitions
  4. Accountability=Focus
  5. Overlapping=Discipline without wasted time
Setting the Stage
1. Start out right!
  1. Clearly Outline Rules & Procedures
    1. Involve Whole Class
      1. Spend Time Learning Procedures
        Set the Tone by Getting Right to Work
        Address Mishbehavior Immediately
        Teach Your Expectations
How to Handle Discipline
1. Use the Least Amount of Discipline that Will Work
  1. Prevention: Interest = Better Behavior
    1. Non-Verbal Cues can Stop a Behavior & Convey Importance of Work
      1. Praise Notes the Desired Behavior
        Praising Other Students
        Immediate Verbal Reminders
        Repeated Reminders
        Consequences must be Consistent, Short & Unpleasant
Serious Behavior Problems
1. Reinforcers for Bad Behavior
  1. Attention
    1. Teacher's
      1. Peers
  2. To Avoid
    1. Boredom
    2. Frustration
    3. Fatigue
    4. Unpleasant Activities
2. Addressing Behavior
  1. Behavior Modification
    1. ID Behavior & Reinforcers
      1. How often does behavior happen
        Select Reward for Desired Behavior & Criteria for its Use
        Select Punishment (as last resort)
        Phase out Reinforcement When Behavior has Changed
    2. Types
      1. Individual Modification: Rewards come from Home
        Group Modification: Reward comes from Teacher
3. Prevention
  1. What is Causing Behavior
  2. Enforce Rules Firmly, Fairly and Consistently
  3. Minimize Truancy
  4. Manage Classroom Behavior Before it Escalates
  5. Get Families Involved
  6. Use Peers to Settle Conflict
  7. Prevent Bullying
  8. Don't Overpunish

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	Created by Elaine Mcginty almost 9 years ago