The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast | ELA
354: Classroom Management: Lifting the Veil (Finally)
Dec 10, 2024
Join Claire English, an experienced Australian secondary English teacher and author of 'It's Never Just About the Behavior,' as she shares her insights on classroom management. Discover how to embrace restorative mindsets, transforming disruptions into learning opportunities. Learn effective strategies like using non-verbal cues to improve student behavior and fostering emotional intelligence in your classroom. Claire also emphasizes the power of reflective conversations for accountability and the importance of community support for teachers.
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Quick takeaways
- Establishing a routine and positive classroom culture fosters student safety and engagement, improving overall learning outcomes.
- Adopting a restorative mindset allows educators to view disruptive behaviors as learning opportunities, enhancing the connection with students.
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Creating Safe Learning Environments
Transforming challenging classrooms into supportive learning environments is crucial for student success. Establishing a routine and a positive culture makes students feel safe and understood, allowing them to engage more deeply with their work. This involves both proactive measures to minimize disruptive behavior before it occurs and strategies for addressing issues after they arise. A key aspect is the use of restorative practices that emphasize understanding and connection rather than solely enforcing rules.
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