Students are watching and interpreting each move and decision we make. So in effect, our classroom management approach is a curriculum. “What are students learning from your classroom management?” is a great coaching question. To what extent is learning the elements of community built into your classroom decisions? Is management even a word you want to use? How might teachers, as well as students, benefit from coaching reflection around classroom management?
Watch Dr. Shalaby's presentation.
Read Alfie Kohn's book, "Beyond Discipline; From Compliance to Community"
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