Inappropriate Adult Behaviors
True or False: It is okay to let students know when you are personally offended by their actions.
False
What is the most common discipline technique that we tend to use in our classrooms every day?
Time-outs.
True or False: Positive reinforcements help other students behave?
True
False
What day did the U.S. becoming independent from Britain?
July 4th, 1776
True or False: Children will stop listening to you when you are not brief and quick to the point.
True
Name some examples of natural consequences.
You tell them to stop running, they continue to run and then falls, you tell them to not bring a toy to school, they bring it anyways and then lose it, etc.
Name some physical positive reinforcement rewards that may increase positive behaviors.
Age-appropriate toys, stickers, pencils, etc.
What is the tool we use to teach our kids problem-solving skills?
Kelso's Choices
What number Amendment is the one stating that women have the right to vote?
19
Name some things that should NOT be said in response over the radio?
"K," ANYTHING said with an ATTITUDE, "That child was not here today," ANY long stories, etc.
Why is giving good and clear directions important?
It increases the chances that the children will listen and also prevent behavior problems.
Name some positive reinforcer activities that can be internally rewarding.
Getting to choose what game they play, compliments and recognition, being the teachers helper, getting to be line leader/door holder, etc.
Why do children whine?
To express their frustration or because they want to be heard.
What was George Washington's title before becoming President?
General
When you are constantly being negative and saying things like, "I don't know why you can't ever listen!", what is the child going to do?
Tune you out.
Problem-solving skills.
Name some benefits of using positive reinforcements.
It's an easy way to put an end to behavior problems, can help encourage children to do everyday tasks you need them to perform, etc.
Name some inappropriate things to say when calling out whining.
"You're annoying me," "Please go away," "Leave me alone and go play," "What do you want," etc.
Who killed Alexander Hamilton?
Aaron Burr
Why is it important to keep your cool when a child isn't listening?
One, when you get angry, you are showing the child that you are not in control and that they can push your buttons.
Two, while yelling might get you results in the short-term, it will eventually lose its effectiveness over time.
How can you prevent behavior problems?
By keeping your discipline consistent and following through with both negative and positive consequences.
What is the definition of a positive reinforcer?
Any type of reward or incentive you give that results in increasing the behavior you want the child to perform.
Name 4 ways to deal with whining children.
1. Provide a warning.
2. Ignore whining.
3. Provide positive attention when the behavior stops.
4. Prevent whining in the future.
What year was the Battle of Yorktown?
1781.