Teachers can control student behavior {discipline, class}.
classroom rules
Have firm and fair rules.
traits
Have organized classroom. Have sympathy and understanding.
behavior: first day
On first class day, state expected behaviors and their rewards and punishable behaviors and their punishments. State that students must make choices, teacher makes no compromises, and discipline is top priority. Send letter to parents about philosophy and goals.
behavior: lying
If student lies, say, "You wish that" followed by lie.
behavior: discipline
To respond to bad behavior, state that bad behavior is unacceptable, state correct behavior, and apply consequence based on rules. Do not relent or change this procedure. Stop bad behavior immediately. State student feelings. Do not criticize or insult, boss or preach, accuse or threaten, or bribe or promise. Do not fight, argue, threaten, or abuse. Be active and vigilant against bad behavior. Do not ignore bad behavior. Do not stop lesson, only request bad behavior to stop by naming student.
behavior: communication
When disciplining, communicate calmly, clearly, and firmly. Give reasons for discipline. Write down offense, name, time, and place. Do not converse with student. Write consequences and reasons. Allow students to talk about their feelings. Praise good behavior. Ridicule, sarcasm, and punishment can cause avoidance.
behavior: request
Never demand anything, only request. When making requests of students, make request immediately after problem, with no delay. Do not allow delay in response. Follow up request. State request as student's choice: proper behavior or punishment. After refusal, repeat request, reason, and choice, and increase punishment, if necessary.
problem causes
Unhappiness, low success, low self-confidence, low personal identity, low self-worth, little love given or received, loneliness, failure, and defensiveness can cause student problems.
punishment
Punishment levels are the following. Write name. Subtract recess or lunch. Keep after school. Listen to tape recording. Call parents. Visit principal. Send home to parents. Students sent somewhere need escort.
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