2. Modifying Behaviors Based on LML Data: A Win-Win for Teacher and Student Goals: – To recognize the difference between behaviors that require discipline and outside resources versus Learning Patterns – To create a behavior modification plan based on a student’s Learning Patterns

3. Carl First grader Excelled academically Parents and grandparents were teachers Liked by all of his peers

4. Observed Behaviors Calling out Correcting me and others Talking to students during a lesson- adding his own information Asking me if he could share- everyday Rallying his peers to join his interests

5. Your Turn Think of a student who’s behaviors irritate you OR Think of behaviors that irritate you Write them on the post it Share out

6. Behavior and Let Me Learn Patterns Merriam-Webster’s Definition of Behavior: a : the manner of conducting oneself b : anything that an organism does involving action and response to stimulation c : the response of an individual, group, or species to its environment MIS-Behavior: a : badly : wrongly b : unfavorably c : in a suspicious manner

7. Behavior and Let Me Learn Patterns Misbehavior that calls for discipline: Tantrums Throwing items Showing aggression towards someone Defiant anger- ignoring/storming off/screaming Inappropriate language Inappropriate noises/distraction for attention

8. Behavior and Let Me Learn Patterns Patterns construed as misbehavior: Sequence: – Not budging from the plan until it’s completed – Telling on others because they’re not doing the same thing – Taking time away from a lesson to organize – Being rigid when a plan changes Precision: – Calling out an answer – Correcting others – Arguing a point – Not starting work because of lack of information

9. Behavior and Let Me Learn Patterns Patterns construed as misbehavior: Technical Reasoning: – Fidgeting – Taking a long time to answer – Not giving any information when called on – Refusing to work with others Confluence: – Calling out – Not staying on topic or seeming unfocused – Complaining when the product has to look the same as the model or everyone else – Exaggerating the truth

10. Who’s Behavior Needs Changing? Be Reflective: What about my patterns make me respond this way? Carl Sequence: – Wait time – Timer – Set times to organize Precision: – Signals for offering information – Share times Technical Reasoning: – Give a paper clip/something tangible – Allow other means to share information – Heads-up for answering questions – Covenants in groups (grouping with intention) Confluence: – Sharing journal – Signals for offering ideas – Allow compromise with final products

11. Behavior Modification Plan Step One: Identify the problem(s). – What misbehavior do you want to change? – Calling out? – Not controlling temper? – Not staying on task? – Not completing work?

12. Behavior Modification Plan Step Two: What are the child’s Learning Patterns? – Administer LCI – Use new LML App – Use observation checklist

13. Behavior Modification Plan Step Three: What do I want the goals to be? – Keep them positive Raised hand to answer vs Called out Stayed in seat vs Got out of seat Practice

14. Behavior Modification Plan Practice: 1.Forgets homework 2.Doesn’t keep a neat work area 3.Blurts out answers 4.Is not focused 5.Says mean things to peers 6.Doesn’t complete work 7.Doesn’t correct work 8.Plays in desk

15. Behavior Modification Plan Practice: 1.Forgets homework – Turns in homework on time 2.Doesn’t keep a neat work area – Is mindful of work space/Keeps items in correct folders 3.Blurts out answers – Stops and raises hand or Listens to others 4.Is not focused – Pays attention to the directions/Works hard to stay on task 5.Says mean things to peers – Uses kind words when speaking to others 6.Doesn’t complete work – Turns in work on time 7.Doesn’t correct work – Double checks work for mistakes 8.Plays in desk – Stays focused on the speaker

16. Behavior Modification Plan Step Four: What type of plan will fit this learner? What am I am able to do consistently? – Checklist – Building blocks graph – Maze – Color in

17. Behavior Modification Plan Step Five: Think about rewards – Meaningful – Non monetary as possible – Options

18. Behavior Modification Plan Keys to Successful Change: Be consistent Allow time for change Tweak when necessary Continuously keep the child and parents informed Keep until behavior is reached (not always 100% of the time- be realistic)

19. Examples Jonah Use first P & S Always asking questions Doesn’t get started

20. Examples Jayson Use first S, P & TR Doesn’t like change Working on controlling temper

21. Examples Addison Use first P & C Calling out Correcting/debating with others

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23. Your Turn Go back to the behaviors you listed earlier. Think about the student. – Problem – Student’s Learning Patterns – Goals – Type of chart to use – Rewards

24. Jane Berger’s Information Email- Jberger@compassacademycharter.orgJberger@compassacademycharter.org Facebook- Let Me Learn or Compass Academy Charter School