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#1: WHAT is happening (or not happening)?
Focus on the concrete action you can see.
What does.... THAT LOOK LIKE?
We must turn assumptions, generalizations, and judgements into observables in order to be actionable. Follow the slide deck below for additional information on the "What"
MUST BE OBSERVABLE.
Head down.
Calling out.
Out of seat.
NOT A JUDGEMENT.
They’re unmotivated.
They’re disruptive.
They’re a _______.
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Notice what’s happening and treat observations as information. Behavior is situational: not necessarily bad, not necessarily acceptable.
Late or early to class
Frequently absent
Bangs on desk in frustration
Having side conversations
Rough play
Off task
Out of seat
Stealing/Theft
Upset/Crying
Isolated play
Picked last in games/activities
Refuses to work with peers
Inappropriate language or tone
Name calling
Does not maintain eye contact
Complaints of boredom
Head down
Hood up
Repetitive behaviors
Cheating
Frequent bathroom breaks/trips to nurse
Negative self-talk
Messy desk / materials
Texting / Off task with technology
Unprepared for class
Always the first or last to turn in work
Picking nails or skin
Tapping / Fidgeting
Blames others
Argues with others
Expresses instant remorse
Does not complete work
Does not turn in work
Excessively asks for help/reassurance
Refuses help when offered
Gives frequent excuses
Yells or screams
Makes noises
Interrupts others
Stands too close to others
Calls out
Touches others/Doesn’t keep hands to self
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