Theory Basics
Spencer Kagan's Classroom management philosophy is called this.
What is Win-Win Discipline?
Hitting, yelling, or threatening are examples of this category.
What is Aggression?
A student constantly blurts out jokes because they want classmates to notice them.
What is attention-seeking?
This simple question helps teachers understand the student's perspective.
What is the "Why" question?
Win-Win Discipline encourages teachers and students to be on this "side."
What is the same side?
Ignoring classroom expectations falls under this category.
What is Breaking Rules?
A student refuses to try because they believe they'll fail anyway.
What is Avoiding Failure?
"Picture it right" is an example of one of these.
What in an in-the-moment adjustment?
According to Kagan, teachers hsould use these to prevent and respond to behavior.
What are structures?
Arguing with the teacher or refusing directions is this behavior.
What is Confrontation?
A student slams their book shut after receiving corrective feedback.
What is Angry?
"Make a better choice" encourages students to do this.
What is self-correct their behavior.
The ultimate goal is to prevent behavior rather than simply _____ to it.
What is react?
Daydreaming, giving up, or refusing to participate fits this category.
What is Disengagement?
A student argues simply because they want to be in charge.
What is Control-Seeking?
These conversations occur after the behavior and help build long-term success.
What are Follow-Ups?