Behaviour for learning
This set of resources supports Heads of department and classroom teachers in developing a range of behaviour for learning strategies.
Pedagogy and Practice: Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools Unit 20 - Classroom Management
This National Strategies study unit offers some practical strategies that teachers use to manage their classrooms, drawing on both academic research and the experience of practising teachers.
Pedagogy and Practice: Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools Unit 18 - Improving the Climate for Learning
This study unit offers some practical strategies that teachers use to improve the climate for learning. The techniques suggested are tried and tested; they draw on both academic research and the experience of practising teachers.
Contents include:
- Classroom routines
- Beginnings and endings
- The physical environment
- Language for learning
Ensuring a Settled and Focused Class
Behaviour for learning expert Dr Bill Rogers shares his advice and experiences on how to get students settled and ready to learn at the beginning of the lesson
Dealing With Distractions Confidently
Students who play with objects, listen to music or find other distractions can disrupt their own and others' learning. This video looks at how to enforce rules effectively.
Students Who Just Say NO
Students who refuse to follow instructions are among the most challenging disruptions in the classroom. Leading behaviour for learning expert Bill Rogers demonstrates how to deal with the student who says "no", retain classroom control and overcome the issues.
Students Who Fiddle With Objects
How do you deal with students who doodle or play with things from their pencil case? This short video provides some helpful strategies.