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How Do I Finalize a System of Discipline Designed Especially For Me and My Students?

+What is my philosophy of discipline? 1) What is classroom

discipline and why is it considered important?

Classroom discipline refers to teachers’ efforts to help students conduct themselves responsibly

2) What is the purpose of Discipline? What do we want it to accomplish?

Discuss how you would like your students to conduct themselves and how you would use discipline to encourage that behaviour? What are benefits of discipline?

+My Theory of Discipline

Steps taken to develop certain attitudes Tactics for responding effectively when students

misbehave A style of teaching that promotes purposeful effort Class rules that establish limits on behaviour Addressing conditions that often lead to misbehaviour Promote student self-control, responsibility and

cooperation

What are the necessary components of an effective discipline system

+How do the components affect behaviour? There are three important components intended to

suppress misbehaviour in the classroom found in all affective discipline systems.

Proactive- prevents misbehaviour; class rules, engaging activities, teacher enthusiasm, clear expectations and procedures, teacher modeling.

Supportive- prolong students interest; circulating among students, interacting with them.

Reactive- exerting influence after misbehaviour occurs; time-outs, practicing correct behaviours, speaking personally with students.

+My Professional Demeanor

Learn students’ names quickly and chat with each them as often as possible

Use I messages and always speak respectfully- no sarcasm- Work to develop a sense of class community Develop bonds of trust Involve your students in making class rules/expectations Show students it is all right to make mistakes Be constantly mindful of students needs for security, hope

enjoyment and competence

Discuss how you will adhere to professionalism, ethics and legalities in teaching. Also how will you maintain a style of communication with your students that promotes good relationships and respect

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Specifics of a Discipline Plan

1. Desired classroom behaviour2. Rules of Behaviour3. Prevention of Misbehaviour4. Support for Proper Behaviour5. Intervention When

Misbehaviour Occurs6. Communicating with

Students

+Deborah Sund’s third grade discipline plan

Debora’s plan contains a set of rules, consequence –positive and negative- and procedures to apply the consequences.

Her plan takes into account.. the students needs, her needs her particular dislikes

Emphasizes Rules and Consequences

+Ms. Sund’s Class Rules

On the first day of school she asks her students to tell her how they would like to be treated by others in the classroom and what they especially dislike. Together they come up with statements they call “rules.” The following are examples of what typically comes up during the discussions.. Be considerate of others Do our best work Use quiet voices in the classroom Use signals to request permission or receive help

+Students also input ideas on appropriate positive and negative consequences for following/disobeying the rules.

Smiles, winks, nods Public acknowledgement Special privilege for the

whole class (ie: watching a movie, early recess)

A complimentary note or phone call to the parents

“Pirate eye” Stern glance with disappointed or puzzled expression

Point out that a rule is being broken “I hear a noise”

Tell them what they are doing wrong and ask them to correct the behaviour

Separate from the group Last resort a call home.

Positive+ Negative−

+ Show respect Look for the positive and

enjoyable qualities in each student

Take time to know each student on a personal level

Maintain an inviting classroom

provide opportunities for movement and interaction

Keep the parents informed End each day on a positive

note

Move close to the student

Show interest in the student’s work

Provide help or modify the activity if its causing difficulty

If necessary invoke agreed upon negative consequences.

Prevention Intervention

+Gail Charles 8th grade discipline plan

Gail has been teaching for 25 years, she found that punishing and reprimanding students left her exhausted and frustrated and the students resentful.

“I am more effective and enjoy my work more when I organize the curriculum to accommodate, even embrace my adolescent students and then work cooperatively with them.”

Her plan takes into account.. The students need to feel accepted and valued Her needs: positive class tone, patience, respect, enthusiasm Cooperation – student & teacher collaboration in

establishing rules and class activities.

Emphasizing prevention and cooperation between teachers and students

+Mrs. Charles class rules

Together they write a plan for how the class will work and behave in the class. For their first homework of the year she assigns them to reflect on previous school years and answer the following questions.. When have you felt most successful in school? What did the teacher do to help you feel successful? What kinds of class activities have you found most helpful

and enjoyable? What suggestions do you have for creating a classroom in

which all can work, learn and do their best?In groups the students compare their answers and as a class

they compile a classroom agreement that each student and their guardian signs

+ Engaging and rewarding

activities Interact personally with

every student Student involvement in the

classroom Mini-lessons that address

common needs in the class Student choice during

projects Show respect Modeling good behaviour

Always on alert for signs of disengagement

Making eye contact with students

Moving closer in proximity Private or classroom discussions

for collaborative problem solving when larger issues arise

No personal attacks, points out what negative behaviour is happening and why it is forbidden

Focus on not punishing but helping students develop responsible behaviour for success

Prevention Intervention

+The formula for success is now in your hands.Reflect on these two prototypes for a

class discipline model, compare their similarities and differences and what you like about each one. How are these prototypes similar/different to your discipline system, is their anything in yours that you would now change?