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Setting Clear and Positive Classroom Expectations

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Skill: Set clear and positive classroom expectations. 

 

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DEFINE

Before starting class or introducing a new activity, it is important to set clear and positive expectations. You can do this by following these guidelines: 

  • Identify 3-5 positive behaviors that support student success in your classroom
  • Write the behaviors using clear, positive, and student-friendly language
  • Create and display a visual reminder of the expectations in your classroom
  • Regularly teach, review, and reinforce the expectations with students. 

Setting clear and positive expectations can help students be successful in class and develop positive interactions with you and their peers.

 

MODEL

  • Here are some examples of clear and positive expectations you can have in your classroom 
    • Use kind words 
    • Keep hands, feet, and objects to self 
    • Participate in activities  
    • Listen and follow directions 
    • Do your best 
  • When the bell rings, Sister Chang welcomes her students and says, "Welcome to class everyone! I'm excited to sing our hymn and pray. Just as a reminder, our classroom expectations are (points to visual) (1) keep hands to self, (2) use kind words, and (3) use an inside voice. Let's get started! 

PRACTICE

  • Reword these phrases into clear and positive expectations  
    • Don’t run  
    • Do not yell  
    • Don’t touch other people 

  • Think of your students and classroom setting, write down one clear and positive expectation you could share with them. 

DISCUSS OR PONDER

Consider the following questions: 

  • How does the Savior set clear expectations with us? 
  • How can setting clear expectations strengthen positive relationships with our students?  

INCORPORATE

  • Write down 3-5 clear and positive expectations you can use in your classroom
  • How will you post and regularly review the classroom expectations with your students? 

WANT MORE?

  • Click here to learn more about setting clear and positive expectations 

 

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