Classroom Rules & Expectations
What is the purpose of setting classroom rules?
What is to establish clear guidelines for behavior and create a safe, predictable environment?
What is one of the most important components of effective communication in the classroom?
What is active listening?
What is the first step a teacher should take when addressing a disruption?
What is to remain calm and assess the situation?
Why is classroom organization an important part of classroom management?
What is that a well-organized classroom minimizes distractions and helps students focus on learning?
What behavioral theory emphasizes that behavior is influenced by the consequences that follow it?
What is B.F. Skinner’s theory of operant conditioning?
What is positive reinforcement in the context of classroom management?
What is rewarding desired behaviors to increase the likelihood of them occurring again?
What is a key characteristic of effective classroom rules?
What is that they are clear, concise, and positively stated?
What non-verbal communication method can be used to grab students’ attention without raising your voice?
What is using eye contact, a hand signal, or a bell/chime?
How can a teacher use proximity control to reduce disruptions?
What is by moving closer to the disruptive student to nonverbally signal that their behavior is being noticed?
What is a simple organizational strategy to keep students on task?
What is using clear procedures and routines for transitioning between activities?
Which behavioral strategy involves ignoring certain behaviors to reduce their occurrence?
What is extinction?
Name one common example of positive reinforcement used in classrooms.
What is verbal praise, stickers, or a reward system?
How can teachers involve students in the creation of classroom rules?
What is by having students contribute to discussions and agree on the rules?
How can a teacher maintain a positive classroom climate through communication?
What is by providing clear, consistent, and respectful instructions and feedback?
What strategy can be used to address minor disruptions without interrupting the flow of the lesson?
What is the "give a look" strategy or a silent gesture to redirect the student?
How can seating arrangements contribute to classroom management?
What is by placing students in seating arrangements that minimize distractions and promote engagement?
What is the concept of "self-regulation" in terms of classroom behavior?
What is when students learn to monitor and control their own behavior without external intervention?
How can teachers ensure that positive reinforcement is effective?
What is by providing reinforcement immediately after the desired behavior?
What should a teacher do if a student consistently breaks the rules?
What is address the behavior calmly and consistently, following pre-established procedures for discipline?
Why is it important for teachers to use "I" statements when addressing behavior?
What is to avoid sounding accusatory and help students take responsibility for their actions?
When should a teacher use a "time-out" or a removal from the classroom?
What is when a student's behavior is significantly disruptive and other strategies have not worked?
How can visual aids and charts help in classroom management?
What is by providing students with visual reminders of expectations, schedules, and routines?
Which behavioral approach focuses on reinforcing small steps toward a larger goal?
What is shaping?
What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in reinforcement?
What is intrinsic motivation comes from within the student, while extrinsic motivation relies on external rewards?
How can rules be effectively communicated to students at the beginning of the school year?
What is through modeling, discussions, and visual reminders in the classroom?
How can teachers encourage student participation and engagement through communication?
What is by asking open-ended questions and providing opportunities for students to express their thoughts?
What can teachers do to prevent disruptions from escalating?
What is use calm, consistent responses, avoid power struggles, and offer choices to students?
How can a teacher foster a sense of ownership and responsibility in students regarding classroom organization?
What is by assigning classroom jobs or responsibilities to students?
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, which need must be met before students can focus on learning?
What is safety and belonging?
What is a potential risk of relying too heavily on extrinsic rewards?
What is that it may decrease intrinsic motivation and lead to dependence on external incentives?