So I have been using WBT for 2 weeks since my last post and all is going well. I am so motivated by the literacture available online that I wish I had a few weeks to study.
My class is succeccfully using the Big Seven, Class Rules daily, The Scoreboard and we have just inrtroduced The Practise Cards at Level 2.
Last Friday was the first go with this. Mr D and Mr K managed to get Rule Number 2 to practise. I made sure this was seen as extra practice not punishment.
Both went well and the cards were left in for the day as a reminder.
So Monday today and what do I see across the room when he wants my attention Mr D was raising his hand all morning. All he needed was the reminder in the morning and he went over and removed the card. Lots of class smilies were given and indiv points all went well.
After reading the WBT guide I really liked the rules about not berating children in front of an audience as this fuels the fire. SO... I took this on board today and took one of my challenging students aside and discussed with her what was happening and what should be done. This allowed us both to be calm, she was able to talk without being stressed and we both walked away in one piece.
My goal for the next 2 weeks is consistent use of the rules and WBT techniques and to manage my emotions and think about the impact on my children.
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