Maximizing Effectiveness Using Positive Behavior Support Methods in the

Classroom:Expectations and Rules

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Objectives

• Understand why expectations and rules are important and needed

• Understand guidelines for developing expectations

• Understand the differences between expectations and rules

• Identify strategies to determine your classroom rules

• Develop rules for your classroom

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Training Expectations

The 3 B’s

Be RespectfulBe ResponsibleBe an Active Participant

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Training RulesExpectations Rules

1. Be Respectful Listen to other’s ideasCollaborate with team membersListen quietly while the speaker is presenting

2. Be Responsible Complete taskCome to consensus as a teamCome back from breaks and lunch on timeStart training on time

3. Be an Active Participant

Share ideas with othersFollow through with task and activitiesWork on activities as a team Equal task distribution

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Why do we need classroom rules?

• Keep control of the environment • Provide structure in the classroom• Provide the students with an enriched

learning environment• Keep inappropriate behaviors from

occurring• Provide students with consistent

procedures and routines

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How Are Expectations and Rules Similar?

• Both should be limited in number • Both should be positively stated• Both should clarify criteria for

successful performance

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How Are Expectations and Rules Different?

• Expectations are broadly stated

• Expectations apply to all people in all settings

• Expectations describe the general ways that people will behave

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Differences Continued. . . .

• Rules describe specific behaviors - Observable

- Measurable• Rules may apply to a limited number

of settings• Rules clarify classroom expectations

Activity: Which Ones Are Expectations?

Which Ones Are Rules?

• Be considerate• Be punctual• Place food items in their proper containers• Remain seated during instruction• Follow directions• Keep all four legs of your chair on the floor

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Rules for the Classroom Setting

Definition:

Specific skills and procedures that you want students to engage in and perform while in the classroom.

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What Is Gained by Identifying Rules?

• Communication among teacher and students

• Assessment of student behaviors• Communication with parents• Curriculum design• Legal, ethical, and professional

accountability

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How do you develop rules for your classroom?• Individualized• Consistent with school-wide system • Based on assessment of your classroom

– Identify what problems are occurring in the classroom– Identify what systems are working in the classroom– Based on the student’s behaviors– Based on the student’s needs– Identify the skills that students are lacking

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Guidelines: Identifying Rules

• For each expectation, select 1 to 2 rules (ideal)

• Positively stated• Planned processes for participant feedback• Shared ownership in development• Rules should be unique to classroom needs• Not to exceed a total of 6 rules

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Take a look at Mr. Black’s class What does his data

tell you?• Total=28 students• Last month = 51 discipline referrals• Referrals summary:

Disrespect = 19Fighting = 2 Refusal to comply/follow directions

= 30• Average students tardy per day = 5• Average students absent per day = 0.5• Percentage of completed assignments = 98%

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Mr. Black’s Classroom

Top 3 Problem Behaviors:

TardinessRefusal to follow directionsDisrespect

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Activity: What rules would you develop for Mr.

Black’s class based on this data?

(insert rules here)

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MR. BLACK’S RULES

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Here are some suggestions…

• Come to class prepared• Come to class on time• Bring your homework to class everyday• Bring all learning materials to class• Follow directions the first time • Raise your hand to speak • Listen to others and share ideas• Use inside voices during class time• Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself

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Perfect School’s MatrixExample: Classroom Rules

Mr. Jones’ Class

Mrs. Lee’s Class

Be Safe Sit with your chair on all 4 legs Walk

Be Responsible

Bring your materials to class each day

Bring your homework every day

Be Respectful Keep your hands and feet to yourselfUse appropriate language

Talk when it is your turn to talkAsk if it is “OK” to borrow an item

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Activity: Develop Classroom Rules

• Identify your school-wide expectations• List your current classroom rules• Do these rules meet the guidelines?• Based on your school-wide expectations and

classroom assessment, develop rules for your classroom Consider rules for team consistency