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How should teacher both prevent and react to disruptive behaviour without interrupting learning? To both prevent and react to disruptive behaviour in the classroom teachers should set and follow through with clear expectations, identify student needs and ensure that they are being met, and ensure that punishment is doled out fairly and equitably. By setting…

When I first started thinking about behaviourism in regards to classroom management I assumed that all aspects of behaviouristic strategies would eventually hinder students growth. I was concerned that an overuse of these strategies would negatively impact students’ learning and engagement: In what ways can behaviourist perspectives hinder growth and engagement within the classroom atmosphere?…

When I say “standardized testing”, how do you feel? If you felt anything close to repulsion then you are among the majority of people. From my experience in the Education Program I can say that there is visible discomfort as soon as testing is brought up in our classes, doubly so if we are referencing…

My inquiry question was: What is the philosophical relationship between the teacher and the student? After doing some research on this question I have concluded that the philosophical relationship between the teacher and the students begins with developing a mutual trust. This is the basis for a relationship between the teacher and the student. Furthermore,…