Well this was an eye-opener.
I created a system of procedures, but I thought I didn't need to build a consequence system. So over the next week, I need to reinforce my procedures but then build a system of consequences and rewards that the students will by into.
Because these past two weeks have been HORRIBLE, behavior-wise. I have new kids added to the class, and I need to come down on them HARD, but I really have no idea how to come down hard on them. The beginning of the year (and first nine weeks) started so well, it just PISSES ME OFF that I've let everything fall so badly.
I like teaching, but I hate disciplining. But it doesn't matter what I like/don't like to do, and more what the kids NEED. And right now, they NEED discipline. And as a teacher, I need to provide that, and a positive behavior reward system for them. I just don't know what that might be.
One of the teachers at Hunters Lane puts a name on the board, and then puts a line next to it, which gives a consequence. What if I use my overhead projecter, and then have my roll of students always projected. I can put a mark, positively/negatively which allows me to reward/punish individuals and groups.
I'm going to see what i can do about that.
Thanks for listening!
