Marzano and Pickering (1997) give "Respond positively to students' incorrect responses or lack of response" as a key strategy in establishing a classroom environment where students feel accepted by their teachers and peers, a component of Dimension 1 in the Dimensions of Learning. I thought I'd post this to give us all a good look at what NOT to do when giving feedback!!
Similarly, this next video links with Dimension 1, but rather with the component of "Experiencing a Sense of Comfort and Order" within the classroom environment. Here, Marzano and Pickering (1997) warn teachers to be aware of bullying and encourage a swift and deliberate response to such behaviour, in order to enhance the comfort and safety (and therefore learning) of students in the classroom. "Make sure that your students know that you are looking out for their safety and well-being. Be certain that they understand that you will take action on their behalf", adding that "It is difficult to learn when you feel physically or psychologically unsafe."
Please note: The behaviour management techniques of belittling and physical force are perhaps not the best example but you get the point!
References
Marzano & Pickering, 1997. Dimensions of Learning. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
From Data to Design – Reflections on CERA15
8 years ago
Ahh Billy, my dear friend. What a great movie, and boy does it higlight some key areas in learning and teaching. In terms of feedback, I use the positive descriptive encourages (micro skilling), focusing on a specific thing the student did well and why instead of the standard "well done Johnny".
ReplyDeleteAttitudes of students have always interested me and this is why; As in all schools, varying levels and differences in intelligence, social skills and 'coolness' will always open doors for bullies e.g. Even after completing a unit on bullying with a class of yr 8's, they continue to pick on and tease those who don't fit the 'norms'.
However, interestingly. The ones that make the most comments, do so to divert attention from their deficets and insecurities and that while their victims continue to work despite feeling physically and psychologically unsafe.... these bullies avoid it like the pneumonic plague..
Thanks Geoff, who knew Billy could be so wise!!
ReplyDeleteI have recently looked into micro-skilling as a behaviour management technique and think it suggests some very valuable and indeed practical strategies for managing behaviour in the classroom. Guess I'll see how well they work when I begin my EPL (embedded professional learning aka: Prac!) this week.
It's such a shame that bullying has become so prevalent in schools, I wonder if it is actually more prevalent or perhaps just shown in the media more? (Think of some of the recent news stories, music and even The Biggest Loser!)
Regardless, it has the potential to really destroy lives... if only we had a way of giving them a glimpse into the future, to show them how their bullying can effect someone down the track. Essentially we need to be teaching tolerance, and how diversity is worth celebrating.
Thanks for your thoughts,
Regards,
Phebe.