1. The Continuous Improvement Classroom
Ground Rules

2. The Continuous Improvement Classroom
Ground rules created by students
Classroom mission statements
Classroom and student measurable goals
Quality tools and PDSA used regularly
The Continuous Improvement Classroom
Classroom data centers
Classroom meetings facilitated by students
Student-led conferences
Student data folders

3. What are the reasons why we would want to involve students in creating classroom ground rules?

4. Discuss Expectations What do students expect of:
the school?
the class?
themselves?
the teacher
It is important for students to know what to expect so they know what they should / could be improving on
Expectations lay the foundation for: ground rules, mission statements and goal setting

5. CI is really affecting my learning in a positive way
CI is really affecting my learning in a positive way. It makes me determined because I know there is a goal.
Student

6. Expectations: What is a Quality Kid?

9. Example: Ground Rules
Any teacher anywhere should be able to say, “Line Basics” or “Body Basics” and have the students follow these rules.

10. Ground Rules
Provides opportunity for student ownership and responsibility
Serve as the standard for behavior by which all agree to follow
Reduces potential behavior problems because students developed the ground rules and are more likely to follow them
Worksheet G

11. Ground Rules – Purpose? Build a climate of trust
Create an atmosphere for open communication
Emphasize the importance of listening with respect and acceptance
Help the class meet classroom goals and follow the agreed upon mission statement
Result = Increased communication, risk-taking and productivity

12. Ground Rules - Process?
Established together with all students participating -
This allows for ownership of the process
Tools
Brainstorm
Affinity Diagram
Nominal Group Technique

13. Worksheet G

14. What Do They Look Like? Everyone participates Listen to each other
One person speaks at a time
Take turns
Respect others opinions

15. Process

16. The Affinity Diagram being used to make Ground Rules

17. Affinity Diagrams

18. Examples- G1

25. You know how when you walk into a classroom for the first time, your new teacher gives you your assigned seats and then you unpack your school supplies into your desk. After that, they tell you their class rules and the consequences for breaking them. Then they tell you what they expect for your goal for the rest of the year. When I walked into Mrs. Thompson's class it was different, we got to make the rules for ourselves and determined what our goals are for the trimester. Mrs. Thompson treats us like adults, we get our own say about what we do.
Student

26. At Your Table… Create ground rules for your table
Your ground rules will determine boundaries and expectations as you interact together during training
Don’t forget to use the 3 Power Tools
Brainstorm
Affinity Diagram
Nominal Group Technique
Worksheet G2

28. Create your table’s ground rules!
Be sure to review them before all group activities and at the beginning and end of the day!
Worksheet G2

29. Journal Writing…
What is your plan to involve students in the creation of classroom ground rules?