Supporting Behavior in the Classroom 2013-2014

Entry Ticket 3 behavioral challenges you predict will occur with students with IEPs in your classroom 2 strategies you could implement to address the challenging behavior 1 positive outcome you are looking forward to as a special education teacher 5 minutes

Group Share Out! (Entry Ticket) 2 minutes

Agenda Entry Ticket Review Objectives Teacher/Student Interaction Promoting a positive Classroom environment Connection to LEAP Small Group Activity Classroom Management vs. Discipline Consequences Parental Involvement Case Studies Strategies to Support Behavior Exit Ticket 1 minute

Objectives Teachers will explore various strategies using new vocabulary to support challenging behavior in the classroom by a) reading case studies b) creating acronyms c) collaborating with others Teachers will choose and implement 1 -2 strategies using key content vocabulary to effectively address challenging behavior in their classroom by a) utilizing the LEAP framework b)engaging in group discussions c) differentiating between classroom management and discipline. 2 minutes

Teacher/Student Interaction Students and teachers should be reflective Work in a Close Setting Ensure learning connects to students' interest Connect learning to real world contexts Build relationship with students Provide students with consistency Plan lessons that engage and motivate students Model, Model, Model 2 minutes

Ideas to consider to promote a positive classroom environment Cultural Responsiveness Establish a Routine and post a daily schedule Create a list of expectations/norms with your students Create a “Shout Out Wall” Create a class acronym Prepared and Prompt Respectful to everyone In charge of my own actions Devoted to achieving excellence Excited to Learn 2 minutes

Connection to LEAP 2 minutes

Connection to LEAP 2 min

Small Group Activity: Prepared and Prompt Respectful to everyone In groups of no more than 6, use the chart paper and markers to create a class acronym of what you hope your students will display on a daily basis. Select one person to share your poster to the entire group Example: Prepared and Prompt Respectful to everyone In charge of my own actions Devoted to achieving excellence Excited to Learn 10 minutes

Group Share Aloud 5 minutes

Classroom Management vs. Discipline Classroom management involves procedures that show how to get things done. Procedures that teach students skills on how things should be done in the classroom. Aimed toward avoiding problems rather than responding to them Discipline Discipline addresses the student behavior temporarily. Describes the consequences you give students for not following rules Consequence/Reward System 2 minutes

Effective Consequences: progress gradually flow logically and naturally from the student’s behavior are convenient maintain student dignity developmentally appropriate 2 minutes

Administering Negative Consequences Private, when possible, and appropriate Use universal language Purpose not power Ask and listen Avoid the death spiral Avoid continual verbal warnings Avoid threats or rhetorical contingencies (“If you are out of your seat one more time….” or “I’ll wait” ) Document everything Date, Student Action, Teacher Action, Resolution 2 minutes

Tips on how to Talk to Parents Begin conversations with positive statements in regards to their child Be conscious of your body language, tone of voice, etc. Avoid telling parents what you “can’t do” for them, and focus on what you “can do” for them Allow the parent to voice their concerns without interrupting them Presume positive intent Try not to take what parents say personal 2 minutes

Independent Case Studies Read the scenario below and independently come up with 3-5 classroom interventions on how to address the behavior of concern. Please keep your answers to yourself when you are finished. “James is a 15 year old who has been diagnosed with Aspergers, he is very talkative with his peers, but completely shuts down when asked to complete a tasks by covering up his entire face and laying his head on the desk and is completely silent for the remainder of the class period” 5minutes

Turn and Talk 2minutes

Group Share Aloud 2 minutes

Strategies to manage behavior Avoid engaging in power struggles Provide fidgeting objects Allow students to work on the floor or an alternative setting In group work have the students assign task (time keeper, note taker, etc.) Use music to time transitions or play music as students are working Incorporate a “melt” at the very beginning of each class period Identify the function of the behavior and appropriate replacement behavior 2 minutes (Escape/Gain)

Questions???? 3 minutes

Exit Ticket List 1-2 behavior management strategies you plan to implement into the classroom. For these strategies, what would be the first 1-2 steps for implementing each of these strategies this fall? If unsure what these first steps would be, what resources could you access in your building? 2 minutes