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This is a great article that explains the improtance of classroom management in all classes, but how it plays a critical and vital role in an inclusiove classroom. Some of my favorite points that I have found to be very true includethat teaching practices shoukd be specifically aimed to promote membership, friendships, and collaboration. I agree with how the article stated that by allowing studnets to work in small groups it allows them to be active, involved, and supportive of one another. This empowers the students to really look out and take care of one another.
This article is kind of annoying to read because of all the flipping... But really worthwhile.
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I enjoyed the part of the article that discussed positive behavior. Instead of punishing a child for his/her behavior-this may embarrass or single a child out. The approach they take is to teach the child alternate behaviors or by changing the classroom environment such as their seating. There was an example of using this approach with the little girl Tania who became upset and aggressive during transitions. Instead of punishing her for her behavior the teachers worked to figure out why she was behaving in the manner that she was and figured out a positive way to handle the situation. They came to the conclusion that Tania was experiencing frustration by not knowing what was happening next. The problem was solved by having the teacher state the directions before children transitioned, having a friend for Tania to transition with, and teaching Tania to express feelings to the teacher when she was angry or frustrated. I thought this was a great approach; most teachers would have punished Tania for her behavior in hopes that eventually Tania would understand the consequences of her behavior. The positive behavior strategies seemed to work more effectively for the child and the teacher.
ReplyDeleteI really liked this article and all the different aspects of classroom management that it discussed. The part that I liked the most was about "facilitating friendships". The social portion of school is just as important as academics. In order for students to develop a positive attitude toward their work ethice, they must feel accepted socially by their peers. During my internship experience, I had a little boy in my class that was autistic. I really loved how the popular, athletic students always made and effort to include him in everything they did both in the classroom and out at recess. I know this doesn't happen often, so it really touched me :) Friendship is important.
ReplyDeleteThe strategies that were brought up to promote friendships within the classroom were very useful :) I bookmarked this article because I feel that it provides such positive ideas to use in an inclusive classroom to ensure that all children feel safe, welcome, and gain a sense of a positive community while they are at school. Great article!
I agree with both of you! This article was truly helpful for me to get "the bigger picture". Audri I love how you mentioned "facilitating friendships". I am a firm believer of the social curriculum is just as important as the academic content covered in the classroom.
ReplyDeleteThis is a major part of the Responsive Classroom Approach. I, too, got to see the direct benefits of facilitating friendships and community building.
I think this is a must read for new teachers. I feel like I really gained a lot from this article.