Establish_Ground_Rules_with_Learners

The management of the learning environment is paramount as an effective teacher, and “proactive problem prevention” (Brophy 1983) highlights the need to establish accepted ground rules to facilitate effective learning. Hargreaves (1994) states that “rules specify acceptable forms of classroom conduct” To have no rules would lead to chaos, and endanger the pupils under your care. “ No group can work successfully without rules to govern their interactions and behaviours” Minton (1997) A number of approaches to rule setting can be adopted: ▪ Implied rules can be derived from the teacher acting as role model and adopting a “practice what you preach” attitude, using tools such as presence, being organised and delivering effective lesson timing/ direction. Your students will look to you to lead – and these rules are unspoken but understood. However, this intimated approach can often be missed by many students. ▪ Learning contracts can also be adopted which are a list of non-negotiable rules and expectations for the class. Cohen Manion and Morrison (2008) state most rules are based on moral, personal, legal, health and safety and educational considerations”. Students can be asked to sign these agreements prior to the commencement of learning. ▪ A more collaborative model of classroom management would to reach an agreement. Wright (2005) suggests agreeing a behaviour code with the help of your students, and should reflect the values of the whole-school policy and those of your classroom. To build on “the readiness and expectations of students to develop shared rights” (Rogers 2000) would give your learners a sense of ownership of the rules and leads to the avoidance of confrontation with the teacher as the disciplinarian. The process is as important as the outcome as this will allow whole class awareness about behaviour and learning. Which ever method is adopted it is important to state the rules positively and ensure they are realistic. One should also ensure that consequences are identified and applied and that the teacher is willing to enforce these consequences. WORD COUNT 331 SIGNED………………………………………………………………….. DATE:…………………………………………………………………….. ANALYSE THE WASY IN WHICH YOU WOULD ESTABLISH GROUND RULES WITH YOUR LEARNERS, WHICH UNDERPIN BEHAVIOUR AND RESPECT FOR OTHERS PTLLS ASSIGNMENT ONE BIBLIGRAPHY Rogers, Bill “Classroom Behaviour” Paul Chapman publishing 2006 Nicholls, Gill “ An Introduction to Teaching” RoutledgeFalmer 2004 Minton, David “ Teaching Skills in Furhter & Adult Education MacMillan 1997 Cohen, Manion & Morrions “A Guide to Teaching Practice Routledge 2004 Wright David, “ Theres no need to shout” 2005