Comments by Mike J Most recent public comments by Mike J https://nowcomment.com/users/113933 Rules or no rules? https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2617093 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2617093 Creating a classroom without rules does require a lot of effort and trust in students. We must learn what students respect, value, and appreciate to create meaningful principles and guidelines for positive behavior. Nobody wants to be told what to do/not to do, and this creates a narrative that students are to be passive and obedient in the classroom. As this idea is consistently reinforced, we can see why students are mentally checked out because they are not viewed as human, but as kids up to no good. Mon, 01 Nov 2021 23:05:32 -0400 Meaningful rules https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2617071 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293881?scroll_to=2617071 I love how you involve students in the rule-making process. The process helps students feel connected to the classroom, and it also helps them be accountable for their actions. Since they chose meaningful rules, they are more likely to stay on task as it seems that the teacher is working with them and not against them. Mon, 01 Nov 2021 22:59:21 -0400 Importance of Documenting Consequences https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2617036 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2617036 This is an important aspect that I had not considered until recently. I have found that referrals are documented in MS & HS, which can be used to track behavioral progress. Since these serve as data for behavior, we can create plans that involve parental and staff support that accurately meet their needs. Mon, 06 Dec 2021 18:14:54 -0500 Consequence Scenario https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2617034 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2617034 I may be thinking in extreme cases, but how can we create consequences for students that "don't have anything to lose"? Sometimes students' home lives are rough, and contacting parents will not affect them. Perhaps a student may not play in a sport or be involved in an extracurricular that may affect their mindset to do better. How can we make a difference with these types of students--or is there always something that can be done that we need to find? Should an intervention be needed for these types of students? Mon, 01 Nov 2021 22:59:21 -0400 It is difficult to distinguish a balance between being firm and fair, while also avoiding the idea of micro-managing students. It is beneficial to create structure in the classroom as it may prevalent in students' home lives. https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2616987 https://nowcomment.com/documents/293878?scroll_to=2616987 Mon, 01 Nov 2021 22:59:21 -0400