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While first exploring my inquiry regarding how to encourage student’s individual beliefs while in turn fostering classroom harmony, I made assumptions based on the idea that the two ideas could coexist with ease. Throughout my research into critical pedagogy and discussion of controversial topics within classroom settings, I came to realize that to balance the…

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?…

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…