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Reminder about contributing to database of KF Assignment Time Outs - revisited The 5% Working Together Quiz Talk. Time Outs use of teacher language, tone and procedures in the anecdotes presented. The 5%
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Reminder about contributing to database of KF Assignment Time Outs - revisited The 5% Working Together Quiz Talk
Time Outs use of teacher language, tone and procedures in the anecdotes presented
The 5% To be effective you must dare to start over—to search for a whole new set of tools to reach through the façade of misbehaviour to the troubled child hiding within. L. Tobin
Time Outs • variations for the 5% • a fine balance for your class and the individual
The 5% Usually composed of two groups 1. the power strugglers 2. those who lack control skills (emotional or cognitive)
The 5% To begin: It’s hard to tell …..
The 5% Oppositional behaviour and “Can’t vs can”
The 5% Our job: Break the cycle!
The 5% 1. “recharge the relationship” a. structure elements of choice b. finding ways listen and interpret without turning over control
The 5% - The Power Strugglers Often behaviours are imported from home Often this student is the first to give up or do not problem solve
The 5% - The Power Strugglers • Involvement beyond the classroom • school based team • parents • Communication is the key!
The 5% - The Power Strugglers Setting up the Time Out Spot Child and teacher discuss spot and expected behaviour Removal from class to different spot
The 5% - The Power Strugglers What happens if parents don’t cooperate or this step is not successful?
The 5% - The Power Strugglers • “Bargaining” • negotiated peace • often part of an Individual Contract (Ch 15) • Be clear • Be specific about a bottom line • Establish a good mood and use humour
The 5% The Steps in a Bargaining Conference
The 5% - The Bargaining Conference • Name the problem – use examples • Emphasize student choice • Tone and fair deal • - State clearly what you want • Be specific, give ONE behaviour and some examples • Use “Could it be…..” • 4. Seal the bargain • (what the student AND teacher agree to try and do) • handshake, written contract
Break and Activity: • Disruptive Denise:In 2s or 3s discuss what the first three things you would do to effectively handle this situation: • Respectful of the student and the class • Respond to the behaviour. The consequence describes the demands of the situation, not the demands of the authority • 3. Implemented with empathy & structure (again know the child) • 4. Assess and think first, implement second • 5. Restore self-control & self respect using actions, not just words
Quiz Talk (Feb 10): • Chapters 1-9 (a synthesis of the approach) • Class emphasis and discussion • Focus on language, tone, strategies • Application of knowledge to scenarios • Short answer and analysis • 4 pages
Some Useful References • http://www.teachers.tv/search/list?tn=primary,trainee-teacher • 4 Corners- Increasing Opportunities to Present to an Audience • End of Day-Refelcting and Connecting Primary • Making Time for Class Meetings Intertmediate • Mini- Jigsaw- Working In Grouops to Share the Task Intetmediate • Relationships First Intermediate • Service Calls- Helping Others and Learning More Intermediate • Why Laughter Makes Classroom Management More Effective • Your Turn-Making Transitions Novel and Effective Primary
The eggs…. • Think about this scenario and be prepared to discuss your proactive ideas: • For a Science Experiment tomorrow, I have asked my students (and informed the parents) to bring a hard-boiled egg. Three students arrive without an egg. I will…..
ASSIGNMENT for Thursday • Read Chapter 8,9 - The 5%, Working Together • note the differences in strategies for Power Strugglers and Skills Deficit • note the list of support and basic steps