Establishing a positive learning enviroment by https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20 Write down the principles or practice you currently adhere to/act on to establish and maintain a productive and positive learning environment. en-us 2023-10-18 01:49:55 UTC 2023-10-18 05:40:37 UTC hello@padlet.com Positive and encouraging language - both verbal and physical in the classroom https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752077428 2023-10-18 05:06:42 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752077428 CONNECT. I learn my students' name very quickly in the year. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752077451 2023-10-18 05:06:44 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752077451 Relationships are the foundation. Establishing connections, making each individual feel seen, giving a sense of belonging and value...all leads to a more productive, safer learning community. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752077933 2023-10-18 05:07:12 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752077933 Use the values to set expectations and celebrate behaviours. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078078 2023-10-18 05:07:19 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078078 Enthusiasm for the subject area; lesson content; materials and subject community https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078370 2023-10-18 05:07:37 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078370 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078442 Empathy. Understanding the whole picture.

]]> 2023-10-18 05:07:40 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078442 Teach https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078512 In a positive, yet assertive manner, I ask my students to put their i-phones on the front table at the beginning of every lesson. Now, they do it automatically.]]> 2023-10-18 05:07:45 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078512 We celebrate all students' birthdays by singing Happy Birthday in French and they get a small treat. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078524 2023-10-18 05:07:46 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078524 Art https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078862 Providing a safe and encouraging environment.

]]> 2023-10-18 05:08:06 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752078862 applying positive reinforcement for students progress and growth https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079091 2023-10-18 05:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079091 Learning from colleagues (eg. WalkThrus on positive relationships) helps teachers also feel connected. Teachers also need to feel a valued part of community to help foster this in their students. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079329 2023-10-18 05:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079329 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079514 Admit when I make a mistake]]> 2023-10-18 05:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079514 Teach https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079690 My priority during class is the relationships - ask them what is happening, share a story about my weekend. When rapport is built, they are ready to focus when I say, "Let's learn now..."]]> 2023-10-18 05:08:50 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752079690 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080194 I am human in my class. I tell stories of my experiences to share empathy. I listen to their stories. I laugh with them. I pair this with high expectations for my classroom culture.]]> 2023-10-18 05:09:15 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080194 keeping a calm and upbeat tone when talking to students - even when the atmosphere or dynamics need shifting from negative to positive https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080196 2023-10-18 05:09:15 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080196 rossbrooks1 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080590 Student names straight up. Expectations (written/stated and acted). Making a socially safe space.]]> 2023-10-18 05:09:33 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080590 Establish classroom expectations and routines and teach them explicitly. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080845 2023-10-18 05:09:47 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752080845 jaschen23 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081181 Prioritising building positive relationships with difficult students who used to say 'no' to everything I asked them to do. ]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081181 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081217 Mind set matters
Celebrate effort and growth
Practising be curious before becoming furious

]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081217 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081431 I used a self-assessed form to encourage students to monitor their performance during the class. ]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:18 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081431 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081482 See every student as an individual 

]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:20 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081482 Send an email to a parent, HoH and LAL to celebrate effort and growth of a student. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081499 2023-10-18 05:10:20 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081499 Ask about other areas of School life that you know they are involved in (eg. productions, camps, sport, etc) - shows you see them as part of the wider community, emphasises the whole school experience - not just seeing them through your subject lens. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081519 2023-10-18 05:10:21 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081519 Building positive and productive environments https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081644 I model the CGS values to my students; The status quo is that as decent human beings, they will model these as well. This sets a positive tone.

Getting to know my students' names and then a little fact about each of them shows that I care about them and their learning. I use praise and celebration that is appropriate to that particular student, at that time, for that particular event.]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:29 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081644 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081674 Seating plans are awesome with a challenging class in a restricted environment.]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:30 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081674 Actively supervise and circulate around class while they are working in groups or independently. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081775 2023-10-18 05:10:36 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081775 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081990 Ask questions before assuming]]> 2023-10-18 05:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752081990 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082526 I cant ignore attention seeking behaviour, but it can be controlled by body language, non-verbal cues etc.]]> 2023-10-18 05:11:17 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082526 Meet them where they are - bring students' interests into learning. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082567 2023-10-18 05:11:19 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082567 Visible well-being - two-minute breathing activity at the start of each lesson. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082611 2023-10-18 05:11:21 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082611 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082717 I make efforts where I can, to get to know my student's interests and personality beyond the classroom setting 

]]> 2023-10-18 05:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752082717 Conduct regular check-ins to establish how students are feeling. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083132 2023-10-18 05:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083132 Celebrate effort/growth https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083288 2023-10-18 05:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083288 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083510 It's so important to solve classroom behaviour issues yourself. If you have a student(s) who is continually difficult, mine it and find out what is going on...]]> 2023-10-18 05:12:06 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083510 Record affirmations on Sentral https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083589 2023-10-18 05:12:10 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083589 principles or practice I use https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083597
Be intentional about getting to know students 
Prioritise cultivating relationships with students.
Establish classroom agreements and revisit 
take a strength based approach and focus on what to do than not do
engage in high quality differentiated teaching and learning practices
actively supervise
celebrate effort and growth 
praise expected behaviour and positive choices when seen 
engage in regular brain breaks

]]> 2023-10-18 05:12:11 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083597 Try to find positives to encourage greater success in learning. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083679 2023-10-18 05:12:15 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083679 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083740 I try to form a connection early on and set standards from the get go. I aim to keep a good energy in the classroom and set the expectations of excellence in all work high. I also think its important to share the ups and downs of life and let the students know that you are human too. ]]> 2023-10-18 05:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752083740 Positive Feedback: I keep a list of who I have emailed affirmations most weeks and it lift them up. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752084313 2023-10-18 05:12:47 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752084313 Connecting to a shared experience or interest. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752084477 2023-10-18 05:12:57 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752084477 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752084900 Connect with students on a level they understand, so you establish a rapport that makes students feel they can trust you.

]]> 2023-10-18 05:13:20 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752084900 When noting Affirmations in Sentral, make sure you've shared this in person with the student so it doesn't get lost in the system. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752085813 2023-10-18 05:14:10 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752085813 bbriede1 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752086113 asking students "are you okay, because I'm noticing..." to initiate a restorative conversation or overcome disruptive/distractive behaviours ]]> 2023-10-18 05:14:17 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752086113 Relationships first - creating a positive learning environment where all students know they are welcome https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752087312 2023-10-18 05:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752087312 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752087344 I greet students as they come into the classroom to establish a connection and ask them how they are.

Understand how students learn, and ensure they are aware that all students learn differently and that is okay.]]> 2023-10-18 05:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752087344 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752092585 use specific praise 
use teacher proximity to communicate awareness, care and concern 
use non verbal cues
provide alternative choices that lead to the same outcome 
make adaptations (differentiate)


]]> 2023-10-18 05:19:56 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752092585 Clear expectations - kindness, being positive and knowing the students I teach https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752093833 2023-10-18 05:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752093833 Speaking with families helps to give insight to students' needs. This is very noticeable during PTSC, but also helpful just to check in if things seem off for the student. https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752093922 2023-10-18 05:21:05 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752093922 Highlighting the positive alyons74 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752094525 E.g. when getting set up for class, noticing who is on track and highlighting/praising that, rather than focusing on who isn't there yet. ]]> 2023-10-18 05:21:33 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752094525 celebrate the small wins with students! cfraser47 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752095102 make them feel confident about upcoming tasks/assessments so they go in with an open mindset ]]> 2023-10-18 05:22:08 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752095102 set high expectations from the beginning of the lesson using warm-up activity when students walk-in (if possible) https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752095788 2023-10-18 05:22:42 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752095788 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752095804 Celebrate the positive behaviours in the class. This will often result in the negative behaviour stopping for the low level bad behaviours. ]]> 2023-10-18 05:22:43 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752095804 connecting with students ecotton13 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752097170 - building the relationship
- asking questions when something goes wrong
- for students "acting out" considering that it may be the result of not understanding the task and working with them to have more confidence.

]]> 2023-10-18 05:23:52 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752097170 Be human first, teacher second. Connect https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752097695 2023-10-18 05:24:21 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752097695 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752098797 great to hear about strategies for celebrating positive behaviour.
Also - good to hear about the RLR process and how to do it! good stuff]]> 2023-10-18 05:25:19 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752098797 naomizhou1 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752107056 See each strength in learning, social and in different contexts; Acknolwedge and encourage them, because sometimes they may not aware of them. ]]> 2023-10-18 05:33:32 UTC https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752107056 https://padlet.com/clairejenkinson1/c0g7j1qjr4gex20/wish/2752114456 good to hear about RLR process - firtst time this has been discussed
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