EPSY 2130 1st Edition Lecture 20Outline of Last Lecture I. ReviewII. Reasons for MisbehaviorIII. Strategies for Dealing With MisbehaviorIV. General Tips for Misbehavior Outline of Current Lecture V. Handling Classroom Wide MisbehaviorVI. Why Does Classroom Management Matter?VII. The Need for Organization VIII. What are some mistakes teachers make?IX. Maintaining a positive learning environmentX. The Need for CommunicationCurrent LectureHandling Classroom Wide Behavior-token economy system-system of rewards and punishments-focus on students who are displaying correct behavior vs. negative behavior-targeting “main” students (ring leaders)-modeling-reinforcementsWhy Does Classroom Management Matter?“it’s as if we are pouring teachers into a bucket with a fist-sized hold in the bottom”-we want to promote access to learning, and reinforce joy in learning/joy in teaching -your management sends messages to students, intended or not, about how you view themThe Need for Organization:-Goals of Classroom Management:-more time for learning-access to learning-management for self-managementWhat are some mistakes teachers make?-inconsistency-focusing on student failure/wrong-doings-consistent use of extrinsic rewards-ignoring student needsThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.Creating a positive learning environment-rules:-3 to 5 general rules are best-usually written down or posted-Procedures include-admin tasks-student movement-housekeeping-routines for accomplishing lessons-interactions-Consequences -established for following and breaking rules-Planned spaces for learning-physical environment is important-visibility, accessibility-Encouraging engagement-busy students are better behaved-supervise students closely-include cues for desired behaviors-engage students in authentic tasks-clear and specific directions-provide necessary materials-carefully monitor activities -Preventing management problems-withitness: communicate that you know everything going on -group focusing: supervise several activities at once, as many engaged as possible-movement management: keep groups moving at appropriate and flexible pace-teach social skills and self-regulation-Caring relationships: connections with school-communicate clear expectations for academics and behavior-respect students needs and rights-be fair and honest-make sure they understand the material-positive student-teacher relationships: higher participation, greater critical thinking skills, increased motivation, higher self-esteemThe Need for Communication:-Response styles:-passive: not effective, no follow through-hostile: not effective, condemns the students-assertive: communicates caring enough to confront, clearly state what they expect-use of “I” messages: clear, non-accusatory statement of how something is affecting you-Gordon’s “No-Lose Method”- the needs for both the teacher and student are taken into account-Diversity in classroom management-Culturally responsive management-Pro-active management is always better than reactive