Effective classroom management requires a blend of proactive and responsive strategies. Teachers are encouraged to incorporate principles such as Restorative Practices and Trauma-Informed Care, focusing on understanding behaviour as communication and prioritizing prevention over punishment.
Positive Behavioural Interventions & Support (PBIS)
prevention before punishment
behaviour as form of communication
Expectations
must be defined
+ rewards/consequences
Form class norms
"Don't smile until Christmas"
Metaphor: Rock climbing coach
Not friend, but friendly
prevents students from violating boundaries
Friendly but firm
Misbehaviour
Catch it early (bud before flower)
Mindset: "How can I create a classroom environment that discourages misbehaviour in the first place?"
Focus on positive conduct
factors that teachers can control
lull times
teaching style
pace
Don't rush to punish
Shame, resistance, spotlighting
Only work in short-term
Start of class
continuous monitoring
Settling-starter activity that requires no T-intervention
• "Get to know you" Survey• Real-life application forms• Drawing and labeling a diagram • Puzzles and mind-benders• Silent reading• Mindful colouring• Writing a diary/journal entry • Cloze activities • Video + comprehension Qs
