The behaviour of two particular children is very challenging in the classroom. It will be good experience dealing with this. Having read many behaviour strategies in my recent book I will reflect on these for my classroom practice.
Not letting bad behaviour going unpunished
Scanning whilst providing directions
Straight directions which focus on visual details: pencils down eyes on me
Taking 100% of the class with me
As the book recommends, I think it is important not to let challenging behaviour go unpunished. This must occur whilst also not allowing other children's behaviour to go interrupted. Ways of addressing behaviour I noted includes:
- Using non-verbal behaviour - moving closer to the child
- Telling the whole class a reminder
- Quickly calling out the student's name and providing them with a few words of correction
- Correction without naming the child - I need two more eyes on me
- A private conversation with the child
Indeed, many children seek negative attention which can only make the situation worse. It also states the importance of remaining polite, calm and not waiting to correct behaviour. Currently, I think it is really important that I establish the routines and rules that I wish to set for year. This is a little tricky however considering that I have only just started re teaching some of the new schemes of work introduced by the school. I need to continue to pursue a simple, fun and strict classroom environment.
Actions:
Practise routines - time them until they are perfect. It will save time in the long term.
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