Most recent public comments by Uyen Tang https://nowcomment.com/users/113835 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2615042 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2615042 I agree with you that having students directly involved in the creation of classroom expectations leaves less room for confusion. When students are a direct part of the process, they comprehend everything better. Students won’t just be listening to you explain the expectations, they will be direct participants, brainstorming, discussing, and refining! Sun, 31 Oct 2021 17:46:12 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2615040 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2615040 Often in school, students are told what to do or how to think; therefore, allowing students to take ownership of their environment shows them you value their thoughts. In addition, creating expectations with students is an empowering activity to help build the community and culture of the classroom, allowing them to feel valued. As they contribute to the classroom expectations, they are more likely to follow them. They will also be able to use their critical thinking skills to develop ideas to share with the class. It is beneficial to have student investment to promote a positive and safe learning environment. Sun, 31 Oct 2021 17:44:30 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2614590 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2614590 In aiming for full engagement with the classroom's rules and expectations, students must perceive that rules and expectations are meant to keep students safe and save time for learning. To establish classroom rules, teachers should consider role-playing rules; give students a chance to act out examples and non-examples of each class rule, which helps students understand the benefits and consequences of following (or not following) the rules. Sun, 31 Oct 2021 03:28:30 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2614589 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2614589 Teachers should give specfic praise that is purposely draw the student's attention to the cause-effect of his action to other person, causing better relationships with their peers. Sun, 31 Oct 2021 03:18:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2614588 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2614588 The problem with letting students decide the rules is that it can undermine your leadership presence. It can negatively affect how your students see you and your role as their teacher; it will weaken your authority. They’ll view you not as a confident leader who knows what is best for them and their education. Sun, 31 Oct 2021 03:07:40 -0400