Chapter Summary:
A society without rules and procedures would fail. Likewise, a classroom without rules and procedures will have higher levels of inappropriate behavior than a classroom where the rules and procedures are clearly communicated and enforced. This is especially true when students with potentially high levels of problem behavior are present. Rules and procedures set the boundaries for expected behavior and, when consistently enforced, make the environment clear and predictable for all students. In addition, continuity between schoolwide expectations and classroom rules makes the school environment clearer and more predictable for all students.
Chapter Objectives:
Provide a rationale for having clear rules and procedures for your classroom.
Develop rules and procedures for your classroom.
Give examples of types of reminders.
Describe how to teach rules and procedures.
Describe strategies for accommodating the diverse learning needs of students with severe disabilities when teaching and implementing rules and procedures.
Describe the strategies for communicating with families regarding classroom management.
Chapter Activities:
1. Watch the video: Setting Expectations on the First Day of School.
Answer the following questions:
What is Mr. Bell's purpose behind his greeting of students beyond being cordial or nice?
How does the "noise-o-meter help to establish expectations?
How does Mr. Bell involve students in making the classroom rules?
2. Complete the Early Childhood Behavior Management: Developing and Teaching Rules Module.