LIB S 300 Tuesday Night- Issues in Education by Liz Buffington https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp Use this Padlet to track issues in education discussed during the Spring 2022 semester. en-us 2022-01-23 21:49:48 UTC 2025-12-01 20:46:38 UTC hello@padlet.com Naomi Diaz https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036763313 As future educators, we need to get rid of making negative comments, to remember ourselves as to how we wanted to be treated when we were students as well. Also, we need to build equity for all students in order to build a strong community within the classroom. 

Alternative Discipline: I feel that the PBIS approach is a great method since you're not focusing everything on the curriculum, but checking how your curriculum is taking effect on the students. Having interventions with the students to talk about the situation, instead of just taking them out of the classroom and forgetting about them. Let the students know that you actually want to work with them by helping them solve what they may be struggling with. It connects with the video, Caring and Control because she has them sit in a circle at the beginning of class to share how they're feeling. Also, the teacher doesn't make rules, but she makes the students promise to behave adequately and gives positive feedback. 

Scenario 3: 

  • Which of your rules/expectations have been violated
    • Natasha violated the rules of yelling at Marcus and calling him, stupid. We don't want students to use negative words towards one another because words have an impact and later the students can internalize it. Marcus has also been violating the rules of not raising his hand and being respectful towards others when they're trying to speak. He is not giving his classmates an opportunity to share. 
  • What consequence is appropriate under your management plan
    • I would first call Marcus to remember that it is important to give his classmates some chance to answer because they may always have different opinions and he can learn from others as well. After class, I would speak to Marcus and Natasha so that Marcus can validate Natasha's feelings on how she may have wanted to share and contribute to the class but since Marcus is constantly speaking over it, it gets frustrating. Also, it needs to be noted that even if you get frustrated, there is no need to yell at someone, a different approach could have been used instead of yelling at him. Also, to remind Marcus that it wouldn't be nice if he wants to share, but someone is constantly talking over him, he wouldn't like that behavior. For Natasha, to not call people names because she wouldn't want that for herself as well. 
  • How you can restore Marcus to being a full member of your classroom community? 
    • I can speak to Marcus about how I take into consideration his participation. It shows me that he is understanding the material being taught and as a teacher I want him to continue participating. Marcus needs to know that his participation is always welcome, yet he needs to sometimes limit so others can take a lead too.


]]> 2022-02-09 00:38:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036763313 Emily Cowan https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764125 As teachers, it is important to be aware of our own implicit bias so that we can prevent these behaviors or unintentional bias presenting themselves in our future classrooms. This will create a more welcoming and comfortable learning environment for all students.
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Alternative discipline can benefit learning:
Using alternative discipline allows for students to work through what they are struggling with, normally with support from a mediator, to demonstrate knowledge. In the "caring and control" video, a lot of alternative discipline approaches were used because they were avoiding the traditional approaches, such as removing the student from the classroom.
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Scenario 4:
In this scenario, it is obvious that Nina got frustrated because she is not able to communicate as well with her classmates. Her frustration was shown in her harsh words, and dramatic behavior, causing a scene. Her classmates did not try to step in, which shows they were not sure how to help in this situation. I believe her consequence should just be talking to her teacher about her frustrations, and possibly taking some quiet time to herself, in order to calm down. I want to reinforce norms in my classroom by treating everyone with the same respect and expectations. Anybody could take quiet time if they need, or get frustrated because that is a piece of learning. It all comes back to how they handle these frustrations.]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764125 Ashley Garrett https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764206 We need to know this as future teachers to help to avoid putting students in a box of how they can succeed. Being aware of implicit biases can help us avoid punishing students unfairly as well as help every student achieve their best. It is our job to help every student succeed and to not let our biases keep them from the same opportunities as others.
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Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning
These new approaches help to actually address the issues that cause problems students might be having. Rather than just kick students out of the classroom and often have the cycle repeat, approaches like Restorative Justice help students to better understand how their actions affected others. SEL also is a different and better approach in that students actually learn about their emotions as well as others emotions. Learning how to manage themselves and build relationships with others can preemptively stop many issues that may come up. Addressing the root of the problem rather than kicking a student out to make it someone else's job to handle will often be beneficially not just for the student, but the community as a whole.
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Applying Our Understandings (Scenario 3)
Marcus is allowing all of the students in class the opportunity to succeed by calling out the answer without giving others a chance to learn and participate. He is not being respectful of others' and their education. Natasha also violates the classroom expectations to be respectful of our classmates by calling Marcus names. One consequence I would want to implement is to discuss with Natasha better ways we can express our emotions other than taking it out on students with names.
I believe having a circle to discuss how students feel when Marcus calls out or interrupts may help him to better see ]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764206 Brooke Larsen https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764385 As future teachers, we need to understand implicit bias so we can be self aware and make sure we are giving all students equal opportunities. Also to make our classroom a place where students feel comfortable and not as if they are being excluded.
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Alternative discipline can benefit learning:
Using alternative discipline is very different from traditional approaches. Alternative discipline comes up with ways to discipline a students that benefits everyone involved. There are many different ways but some of them involve getting to the bottom of a problem and seeing how it can resolved in the future. This is different from a traditional method of just tossing a student out or suspending them. These methods seek out interventions with the student and help students manage emotions.
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Scenario 1:
In this scenario the student Tamara gets off-task easily and then gets other students off tasks, especially during the math lesson. A consequence could be asking the student to  sit with the teacher and get to the real root of the problem. Maybe addressing it in a way of what can the teacher do to help this situation. Also another way to derive from this issue is by having extra worksheets for the students to do so they don't get off task when their work is finished. If she had more things to complete when she was finished maybe she could stay on task better. 

]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764385 Madison Kelly https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764510 As future educators it is our job to stop the cycle of implicit bias. We must recognize our own biases and stop them. This way we can provide all students with the opportunity to learn and succeed. 
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Both of these can benefit student learning and creating a safe and comfortable classroom environment. Using alternative discipline allows students to explain what they a struggling with and what we can do to help. Social emotional learning also looks at benefitting the student and figuring out what they need to succeed. These alternative approaches allow for more time in the classroom, better student outcomes, and better communication between students and educators. These approaches also create a more inclusive and productive classroom environment. 
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scenario 3 
In this scenario it is clear Marcus is eager to answer the questions and that he knows the answer. Although it is good that he is paying attention and knows the answers, he is not allowing other students to answer and is disrupting others. Frustrated with Marcus's constant shouting out, Natasha calls him stupid and tells him to shut up. Name calling, shouting out, and disrupting are all things not allowed. I would probably address the whole class and how it is important not call other names and that shouting out is also not allowed. In order to keep Marcus engaged, I would explain to him that I know he knows the answer but I want to give other students an opportunity to answer and show me that they know. I think a good thing for the class could be small group discussions. That way everyone can share their ideas and it is not up to just one person. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764510 Rena Okayama https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764526 As a future teacher, it's important NOT to hold certain students to a different standard than the rest. It's important to allow everyone in the classroom to be seen so they have a fair chance with everyone else. If not, they may be stuck in a box that one with implicit bias has put them in. 
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"Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning" had mentioned the "circle method" which was essentially used to bring a problem between students to a closure. PBIS and SEL approach definitely has helped compared to traditional approaches. These new methods help get to the root of said problems while allowing students to still be seen and heard. While also lowering suspension rates by at least 3%. The traditional approaches seemed to benefit the teachers more whether that was sending them out of the classroom or suspension. 
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Scenario 2:
- Rolando and Trey are not abiding by the rule of playing rough with one another. This is putting other students and themselves in danger of getting hurt.
- I would call in for a parent-teacher conference. Explain how I, and many other teachers, have warned the two and now they have crossed the line, putting others in danger. In the meeting I would have the boys assess the situation and bring to light what they did was wrong and how they would prevent it.
- With Marco's feeling I would try out the circle approach. Listen to everyone and validate their feelings. Ask for meaningful apologies to Marco, and let Marco be aware that he should not feel in any way violated or pushed over. If something like this happens again, consequences are to be held.

]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764526 Lisette Velazquez https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764598 We need to know this as future teachers because we need to be conscious and careful of what we say or do. As teachers it is our job to stop replicating "symbols of systemic inequality". We also need to be stern but fair to students because that will improve students personal and academic life. 
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These different approaches are different because it minimizes exclusionary discipline, improves student behavior as well as improves the classroom environment. Students take responsibility for their actions unlike traditional approaches. It is similar to traditional approaches because it is still a form a discipline and is a form a punishment but not an aggressive form of punishment. 
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Scenario3:

  • Which of your rules/expectations have been violated
The following rules/expectations have been violated: Name calling, being unkind or disrespectful towards others, Not raising their hand or waiting for their turn to speak.
  • What consequence is appropriate under your management plan
The consequence would be to talk to Natasha and Marcus separately about their behavior. I would check-in with Marcus to understand what he is feeling or trying to figure out why he keeps interrupting without raising his hand. Then I would also talk to Natasha and understand why she needed to insult her peer and how we can improve the behavior and be kinder towards peers in the classroom. I would also remind both students of the expectations and rules in the classroom.
  • How you can restore Marcus to being a full member of your classroom community
I would have Natasha and Marcus in a group discuss how they are feeling and how to apologize.
]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764598 Emily Nixon https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764623 Future teachers need to know this to recognize our own biases and understand how it may negatively affect the students. Knowing about implicit bias will allow teachers to build a strong sense of community where students feel safe and supported in their academic learning regardless of their background. Doing this will set students up for success in their future. 
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Alternative discipline can benefit learning:
Justice, PBIS, and SEL approaches are shown in the video as the teacher set up her classroom in a way where she could reach each child and tend to them in a short amount of time. She also allowed students to share how they felt during that time, but more importantly ha them explain why so that if there was a larger issue that needed to be addressed, the teacher could provide that student with the necessary resources to resolve the problem. Alternative discipline teaches children how to work through conflicts they may have in a productive way, which is a life skill that helps to improve their social and emotional learning abilities. 
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In case scenario #2, the rule that Rolando and Trey would have broken would be to respect the space and people around you, as they endangered another student and could have also hurt themselves or something in the classroom. Under my management plan, I would do a brief reminder to the entire class about what kind of play is appropriate in and out of the classroom. This would look like asking students what it means to be respectful of others and their space, giving them scenarios to decide what the right choice is, and explaining why it is important. I would also pull the two boys aside and explain to them how their actions affected Marco and how it made him feel. Assuming they are not sociopaths, I would expect them to apologize to Marco and see if there is anything they can do to make him more comfortable. I would also contact the parent of Marco who came to pick him up and debrief them on the situation and the resolution to ensure her that it would not be reoccurring. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764623 Rachel Castro https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764688 As future teachers we need to be aware about implicit bias because the students should be treated equally. Another example could be so we are aware of what not to bring into the classroom and make sure we lead a great example for the students. 
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I see the Justice, PBIS and SEL compared to traditional approaches can be different is some ways such using alternative disciplining. This type of disciplining can have the students more involved which can benefit them. This way it will not be compared as same traditional type of approaches.
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Scenario 4
Some of my expectations that have been violated is Nina calling herself stupid, she should not be calling herself any negative words. Another rule that has been violated is that the students heard Nina call herself stupid and did not speak up to her or say anything positive back. 
A consequence under my management plan I would have would be to talk individually to Nina and ask why she feels comfortable saying those words about herself and go deeper into the topic. 
I can reinforce the norms for learning in my classroom community by giving a lesson on how we should all stay positive towards each other and ourselves. Which can include maybe a saying we can have everyday repeatedly, that will help the students who don't feel as motivated and confident such as Nina. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764688 Breanne Flora https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764746 We can become aware of our own personal implicit biases, leading to all of our students have an equal education and equal opportunities in life. We then, can also teach our students about it, affecting our future generations and their equal success in life.
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I see a large difference in how each problem is addressed. With a traditional approach, all you see in someone do something wrong, and you decide on the severity of how long they wait outside, or get suspended. With the other approaches you take it case by case, and choose a unique way to handle the situation and how student (s). 
I cant think of a specific instance that I saw an example from the video, but I do know that the teacher did a great job of being stern but also soft at the same time. She demanded their attention and cooperation, but was still approachable and supportive.

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#4
The student was speaking during reading/during a lesson. Not only does that mean that she is not gaining the knowledge from the assignment, but she is also keeping her peers from doing so. 

I believe that she is talking to her classmates while they read because the reading is difficult for her. Instead of pushing through, or asking for help, she distracts herself (and everyone else) because she is mad and/or embarrassed. In this case, I don't think major discipline is necessary. I would speak to her about disrupting the class and why that is not okay, and hot that affects her and her classmates. I would then think about sti2, and catch her reading and writing skills before she gets too hard behind. I would want to find a specific program to help her. I believe that would help her grades, and ultimately her confidence, which would lead to better emotional behavior.

]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764746 Hannah Lindemann https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764772 We need to recognize what an implicit bias is so it dosen't get implicated in our future classrooms. If teachers are aware of what implicit bias is, then we can do our best to not have one. It gives students a better opportunity for success.
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The article discusses positive behavioral interventions and support which is how to turn a bad situation into a good one. When a student makes a mistake, it is the teachers job to turn it into a learning experience and make a life lesson out of it. By staying positive about the situation instead of suspending the student or getting them in trouble, they can take something from it which will motivate them not to do it again. This along with SEL and Justice approaches are way more effective than the traditional approaches because it actually benefits the student. 

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Scenario 1:
Tamara isn't listening in regards to the protocol of what happens when she finishes an assignment early. She's been told to be quiet when she finishes, and she is not. A consequence that would be appropriate would be giving her an extra math assignment when she is done with the first one if she cannot sit quietly. Once she can prove to do so, she no longer has to do an extra assignment. Her strength is doing well at math, since she finishes early, so this will improve it even more. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:39:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036764772 Stephanie Cotton https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765093 We need to know about implicit bias as future educators to give all of our students equal chances to succeed. Stereotyping does a disservice to students, it needs to be every teachers' priority to break the cycle of racial profiling. Every student must be given the same opportunity to improve. No one should be set to a higher/lower standard based on implicit bias.

Alternative Discipline can benefit learning...
In most cases, students just need to talk through and communicate what is making them upset instead of simply being punished for misbehaving. Dialogue circles reduce student misbehavior. Additionally, educators that teach mindfulness will help students be more self aware of their emotions. Educators that focus on social-emotional learning become advocates for their students to better their knowledge on not only the curriculum but also their emotions. Students that are more self aware of their emotions will feel more confident in their abilities to learn curriculum that may be difficult to absorb. Additionally, students will develop a closer more stable relationship with their teacher leading to an overall stronger education. Justice, PBIS, and SEL are all interconnected because they all relate towards creating a safer, more stable environment to learn in. 

Scenario 2:
  • Which of your rules/expectations Rolando and Trey are not following
Rolando & Trey were not following the expectation of stopping the playful pushing/shoving when getting into the classroom.
  • What consequence is appropriate under your management plan
Under my management plan, I think having a sit down dialogue circle with all three boys: Rolando, Trey, and Marco, is the best plan of action. Marco being on the autism spectrum does not like to be touched. Rolando & Trey need to understand through communication with Marco has to why this situation escalated. 
  • How you can restore Marco’s feelings of being safe in the classroom.
As the instructor I can restore Marco's feelings of being safe in the classroom by facilitating a proper apology from both Rolando & Trey. Also, communicating with their parents about the previous warnings and that this time it was taken too far, resulting in a student needing to be picked up from school.

]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765093 Alison Berg https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765164 As future teachers, we need to know our own implicit biases in order to give each student the treatment and opportunities that they deserve. The first step in order to fix implicit biases is checking and learning what yours' are before we go into a classroom. This is the work that teachers must do in order to be a good teacher - you have to do the hard work like this in order to be the best that you can be. 

The approaches that embody Justice, PBIS, and SEL place a strong emphasis on getting the root of an issue. This is very different from the traditional approach. In the traditional approach, students are ostracized from the group in some way. For example, a student is sent outside for five minutes. When the student is outside they are probably not thinking about what they can do differently next time, they are probably angry and embarrassed - so there is no growth in that. When a method like restorative justice is used, real progress is made. 

Scenario 1: 

  • Which of your rules/expectations Tamara is not following/meeting
    • She is not meeting the expectation to respect other classmates who need silence to work. 
  • What consequence is appropriate under your management plan
    • I feel as though I could give another reminder. However, if this already happened this morning in the lesson it is my fault that I don't recognize as a teacher that she finishes her work early. I should have prepared better and had extra activities for her to complete.
  • How you could use her strengths to approach the situation
    • Acknowledge that she is a very fast worker which is good however some do not have that skill. I could explain how it may make her classmates feel when she causes distraction after she finishes her work.


]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765164 Miranda Core https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765670 We need to know this as teachers to create a safe and welcoming environment/classroom, treating each child equally. Implicit bias causes children to be lack the proper education that makes up our jobs and goal to provide them as teachers. 

Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning:
Similarities include the idea of centering education around the childrens emotional and social needs as well as academics. Instead of shutting out their behaviors and feelings, turn it into a lesson and giving them equal expectations on how to act. Focusing more on the good then bad and evaluating the bad by working through it together or identifying the problem rather then making it go away unsolved. 

Scenario 4:
A rule that was violated is segregating the child or having them feeling different than those around them.
The consequence that is appropriate is not allowing her more help, being a non English speaker as her first language, it will be harder for her to read and although others around her are English speakers and can read it, she will need possible more help understanding the words and the meaning.
I can reinforce the norms by allowing Nina to sit anywhere, being exposed to a English speaker will help her. As well as if needed one on one time with me and allowing her, like all the other students to ask questions or to better clarify.]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765670 Carelly Jaramillo https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765737 As a future teacher, implicit bias should be well known in order to not only teach better but also allow for students to be successful in your classroom, no matter their background. Implicit bias is an unconscious idea that occurs without us really knowing. But being a good individual and teacher means that we stop those negative and stereotypical biases and allow for all students to be equal. 
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Alternative Discipline 
Traditional approaches to a student being punished tends to usually be an easier option for teachers but it is not beneficial for the students. With the new alternatives to discipline these students, they are able to understand what they did is wrong and how it could have possibly harmed and hurt others. Even though they are younger individuals, they still need to learn the right from wrong, that way they grow up and do not make the same mistakes again. Although this new alternative takes time, it will eventually have a stronger and more positive impact for the teacher, the student, the classroom, and the overall school and community. 
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Scenario 2
I would first start off by explaining the expectations I have while being outside as well as inside the classroom. Since both the students "horse" around during recess, I will start off by explaining to them that keeping our hands to ourselves is always best. And while they are just messing around, accidents could still happen, just like today. As a way of making sure that both Roland and Trey understand that what they did is wrong, I would have a circle time with both of them as well as Marco to ensure that all feelings are shared and that this does not happen again. I hope that this restorative circle will allow Marco to feel safe inside the classroom as well as being. lose to his classmates. Ensuring that keeping hands to ourselves is always the best solution to make sure that no accidents happen. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765737 Rollynne (Gabby) Lachica https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765911 As a future educator, it's crucial in treating the students equally rather than holding preconceived misconceptions about a student.  To be a leader, we need to be good example for students in order for their academics and well being are successful. 
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Alternative discipline can benefit learning because it focuses on a student's emotions that can connect with their social, physical, and academic state. For instance, instead of punishing a child for their misbehaved actions, it's better to communicate with that student to ensure what caused their misbehaved decision while also telling them the certain consequences they can receive. 
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Scenario 3:
The rules and expectations in my classroom that have been violated are talking when someone else is speaking, being disrespectful, unkind language, and not following directions.
A consequence I would give to both students is first telling them that their behavior chart for the day is at a negative. When the behavior chart is at very bottom, free play of games is taken out for the student. For Natasha, I would talk to her individually about why her choice of language is unacceptable and state her consequence next time she does the action again. After that, I would have both students apologize to each other for the certain actions they have caused. To restore Marcus to being a full member of the community, instead of having students raise their hand, I would implement a Popsicle stick participation strategy. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765911 Juan Menjivar Reyes https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765947 We need to know this as future teachers because we may not think on a daily basis what biases we may have yet they still exist. We may think that we are not bias at all, but with a simple test, we can see what our unconscious bias is. We will have students that are diverse or we may have students that are a minority within a majority and the way we come upon teaching our lessons, can affect the students in the long run. 

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I see Justice , PBIS , and SEL similar to an extent as traditional approaches just because they are both aimed to “help” students to know what they did wrong and allow them to reflect. However, the main difference between these three and traditional approaches is that there are no strikes per se to the actions of the students, rather they help the student reflect in a positive way. There is no harsh consequences and it allows the students to be open about what they are feeling and this helps in the long run with communication skills meanwhile traditional approaches may lead to not so developed communication skills. 

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Scenario 2 

1. The rules/expectations that Rolando and Trey are not following would be to not horse around anymore and to knock it off.  
2. Under my management plan, I would have a group talk with both Rolando and Trey to go over what it is that they did wrong and the consequences that may have came about. Talk about how the feelings of Marco have been hurt and once again state the rules of horsing around and bringing it in after lunch/recess. 
3. To restore Marco’s feelings, you can have a talk with the three of the students and allow the students to apologize to Marco (not in a mumbling way) and create the new set of expectations so that the incident does not happen again. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036765947 Hailey Hensley https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766110 It is important for us as future educators to know about implicit bias for many reasons. It is important so that we know how to identify it in a classroom and do our best to prevent it. We also need to teach our students about it so that they are aware of the harm that it can cause. It is also our obligation to break the cycle of implicit bias and create a better and more equitable future for the next generation.
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"Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning"

Restorative Justice is different than a traditional approach because it allows students to have the opportunity to address their wrongdoings and to see how their actions affect the community around them and make changes to prevent the same issues from happening in the future. The PBIS approach differs from the traditional because it is a system that rewards good behavior instead of punishing bad behavior. Lastly, the SEL approach is centered around their emotions and how their feelings affect their actions. ____________________________________
Case Study Scenario #1

Tamara is not following the rule of not talking and distracting others around her, even though her own work is done. I believe that an appropriate consequence in this situation would be to redirect Tamara to a different area of the classroom while working on certain assignments that she may be able to finish before her peers. If she has completed an assignment before the people around her I may ask her to then go help her peers on the same assignment if they need it because it will give her a chance to talk to her peers around her in a productive way that benefits everyone.]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766110 Jadyn Williams https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766275 It is important for future educators to understand and recognize implicit bias so that all of our students are given the opportunities ability to succeed. Because implicit bias can have a long term negative impact on students it is necessary that we fix any preconceived notions, so that no students are not being discriminated against or put at fault for the things they can’t control. To restore Marcus with the classroom community a circle from the PBIS method would be beneficial. Students can voice why they want the opportunity to share their answers and Marcus can voice how name calling may have hurt his feelings and apologize for his interruptions. Once students have an understanding of each other hopefully they can begin to grow that community again.
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Alternative Disipline Can Benefit Learning
The SEL and PBIS strategies differ from traditional approaches because they focus on the bigger picture of a situations. Students who are disciplined with these techniques are given the opportunity to understand their wrongdoings and come up with an approach to do better in the future. These methods also allow for students to have a voice and be able to communicate in a welcoming environment. These strategies compare to traditional ones as they have the same goals, which is to try to keep students  safe or stop them from making repeated mistakes. However, there are clear benefits of newer approaches to the more traditional ones.
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Scenario 3
Some rules that were violated include:
Showing disrespect to our peers, speaking out of turn, and  inappropriate name calling. Because Marcus behavior has cause other students to dislike him it may be important to talk to him and the class. Marcus needs to understand why interrupting his peers can takeaway from their learning and hurt their feelings. I think I would explain that I am happy that he knows the answers and can grasp the material but it important that we give others a chance to share their knowledge with the class as well.


]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766275 Victoria DeNoyer https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766486 It is important to be aware of bias that we may unknowingly have. It is also important that we be sure that we hold all students to the same standards and treat all students equally. Our classroom is a safe space where all students should be treated fairly in order to get the quality education that they deserve.

SEL examples that I saw in the video we watched tonight were the daily check ins that the teacher offered. This activity allowed for students to express how they feel in a safe space. It also allows for them to feel heard and validated. The circle also allows for the class to talk about topics that the students feel need to be addressed as a whole. It allows for emotionally mature conversations about real things that are effecting the students. The video also showed good restorative justice. I really liked that the students with the conflict sat together on the floor with the facilitator. I think this allows for the students to be grounded and feel equal to each other. I think talking in that setting can feel safe for students. 

Scenario 4
I think that the expectations violated were the MTSS. The first problem was using another student as a form of support. I think it is good to have a friend who can help from time to time but it also important that they can try to figure things out on their own. I think it is also important to reinforce positivity when she is expressing that she feels dumb. I think pulling her to the side and having a conversation helps her ]]> 2022-02-09 00:40:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766486 Abigail Romero Olivera https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766644 As future teachers we need to know this because the longer we let this implicit bias run the more it will affect our society. Creating gaps between people will not make things better As future educators our job is to educate students correctly and break away from toxic cycles. Therefor Implicit Bias would be one of the cycles we need to break away from.
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"Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning"
Some of the similarities in traditional approach I found from the article, "Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning", would be that they both have the same end goal which is to teach a student. Although one does a more efficient job at it than the other one. We see that with traditional type of learning the ways students get disciplined tend to leave them worse off. In the way that they miss instruction time and sometimes get punished even more at home. But at the end of the day the traditional way did not tackle the problem at its root. So it might come back than with the article where it provides different ways to discipline a student. These ways are more effective because one can understand what caused the problem and like we learned in class the purpose of discipline is to teach. 
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Scenario 4
No rules have been broken other than following the rule of not saying inappropriate words at school. Under my management class some adjustments I will make for my management class would be to work more one on one with Nina on high frequency words in english. As well as have her not only sit next to the person who speaks spanish with her but pair her off with another person who will help guide Nina through activities in English. So that way she has more practice listening English coming in different voices, accents and pronounciations which affects a lot at first. Some ways I can reinforce these norms would be to send Nina home with some flashcards containing silent e words and other high frequency words which she can practice. As well as making sure I set small group time aside to work with Nina on her pronounciation. During SEL time I will also do a lesson focusing on how she’s feeling. Maybe on how we don’t give up when we are not able to do something. Practice some self affirmation exercises as well. To make sure that Nina is not only receiving help in the academic sense but also in her self esteem since this will motivate her to keep working hard.

]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766644 Amany Althalmi https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766698 As future teachers we need to be aware of implicit bias because there are many students at different levels with their academic skills.Teachers also have to be aware of their unconscious actions and teachings to avoid unequally.In order to increase test scores and academics in general implicit bias needs to be known of in order for a teacher to realize and change.SEL may be the same as traditional because there still is discipline approaches however there still is a social learning and talks within a student as far as being different studies shown a high increase in SEL because there is a end to it a solution is found with alternative ways. PBIS,SEL, and Justice were shown similar in the video because of the circles that were shown which gives students talk time.As well as class setups where a teacher can get to a student is 3-5 steps.Traditional does not give a time for student to let them talk about the situation however justice gives time for student to release all the information he has.]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766698 Adriana Giroux amoran5212 https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766808 It is important to be aware of bias as future teachers, because a biased notion towards a certain group of students prevents the affected group of reaching there maximum potential. Equal opportunities are not presented to the affected group and therefore greatly lower there’s chances of excelling within the classroom.

Alternative discipline can benefit learning
Alternative discipline can benefit learning because it promotes restorative practices, gets to the root of problem, allows the accused student to right their wrong, and enables healing of community. These alternative practices reduce prison rates and allows all students to excel in the classroom despite their current emotional state.

Scenario 1
 Tamara is not following the rule and expectation of not distracting others who are trying to work. A consequence that is appropriate under my management plan, is to discuss with her that she is very friendly however the best way to show someone that you are there friend is to let them finish there work and learn as much as they can. I would approach the situation by bragging about her strengths of friendliness, being extroverted, and being bubbly, however that those strengths can sometimes affect others and that were not being the bestest friend that we can be in that moment to others. 


]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766808 Cassidy Altevers https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766821 It is important for teachers to know this in order to avoid being biased towards future students. This can include avoiding holding students to different levels of education in order to ensure every student is receiving the same level of education. It can also help teachers actively treat their students with respect and kindness. 
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Alternative discipline uses different approaches than traditional approaches to discipline. Traditional approaches tend to focus on quickly disciplining the child, which may include punishment like removing the child from the classroom for a period of time. However, alternative discipline through Justice, PBIS, and SEL focus more on the growth of behavior of the student. This growth of behavior is achieved through talking out issues between other students in a controlled environment where children can really think about how their actions and behavior affects others. 
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Scenario 1
In this scenario, Tamara is not following the expectation of being quiet while other students are trying to do work. Since Tamara has already been talked to one-on-one, I would do a circle and have students share how they feel when someone is talking consistently and loudly when they are trying to work. Tamara could use her strengths of talking by participating in this circle and getting a chance to converse with the class. I think having her peers discuss why they may not like being distracted while working can make Tamara see a different view point that she may have hit previously considered. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036766821 Austin David https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036767025 We need to know about implicit bias because it can affect many individual students as well as the class as a whole. The students will respond and reflect the bias that the teacher shows them is correct. Also, if it is implicit and unconscious then we won't even be aware of the full extent of the academic and/or emotional or psychological damage being done. These ideas can stay with them for a long time so we should always avoid bias. 
Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning---
The teacher made a circle in the class at the beginning of the day to avoid loosing class time with students coming up to her with their issues that would prevent them from being ready to learn. From the article, PBIS & SEL approaches are alternates to exclusionary discipline that have a lot better positive results. The old way was a lot easier as a quick and easy way out but didn't solve the problem in the majority of cases. This is because this method wasn't intended to find the root of the problem, rather it was a one size fits all technique that could even make the problem worse the next day or later in the week. The only similarity between these approaches is that they seek to create a better learning environment but the old one is only temporary. 
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Scenario 4
The expectations that haven't met is that students are able to work in group settings and get along with all their peers, feeling comfortable enough and able to communicate their ideas. Another expectation is for students to help each other out and do what they can keep others on track as long as it doesn't negatively affect them. I don't think there needs to be a consequence for this student at this time. I would probably talk to the group as a whole and try to get the one student to share her ideas to show that the other students don't think she's stupid. I might have to pull her aside before talking to them as a group if she continues to refuse to participate. I think making the other students aware of the expectations for all to participate is important. This can be looked at as an opportunity to show that she doesn't only have to talk to her peer that speaks the same language.

]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036767025 Giselle Correa https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036767079 As a future teacher it is important to know about implicit bias to give students equal opportunities and try to break the cycle of 'skewed/stereotypes' perspectives. It is important to be aware of any prior perspectives that one might have.

Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning
Justice, PBIS, and SEL are different by having steps and procedures in righting the wrongs instead of having a quick response of how to make a punishment for the wrong doings. The focus of Alternative Discipline is to create clear community expectations and create an environment where students can have feedback and be accountable with reasoning. The Caring and Control video has a circle to have a morning talk and check how students are doing from 1-5. There is also positive feedback and being focused on the good behavior instead of being fixated on the wrong behavior. She also a positive way of correcting students.

Scenario 1
Tamara is not following the expectation of not disrupting the class when she finishes her math work and the others are still working and need to work quietly.

Tamara can be reminded again that she is disrupting her classmates who need quiet time to focus on their math problems. Tamara should be aware that other students need more time than her to complete the problems. She needs to be aware about working as a class also means letting students work independently.

Tamara can be helpful to her classmates by talking and helping solve math problems. Tamara finishes her math work faster than the other students, she could help the students around her. In that case she would be socializing but not disrupting the work of others.
]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036767079 Cassandra Ugarte https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036767264 As future teachers it is important to be aware of implicit bias to identify our own implicit bias and ensure these bias don’t influence to decisions we make while teaching. Especially since decisions made based on these bias affect the opportunities and confidence of students later on. By being aware of implicit bias teachers can stop the cycle and help all students in need.
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In the Caring and Control video, the class holds a circle at the beginning of the day for the students to rate how they are feeling. This practice applies to social emotional learning as the class expresses how they are feeling giving the teacher to take the students state of mind into consideration while teaching to assist them. Also when a student makes a mistake, the teacher doesn’t immediately correct them but expresses what progress has been made or uses another student as an example to assist students which relates to positive behavioral interventions and supports. 
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Scenario 3
Marcus has violated clear instructions to not answer questions without raising his hand and talks over students. Natasha has been disrespectful towards Marcus yelling and using rude language. Some consequences that are appropriate include Natasha apologizing to Marcus for her tone and use of language. Marcus apologizes to fellow classmates he’s been interrupting and be warned that if he doesn’t raise his hand his answers will not be acknowledged. To restore Marcus being part of the community discuss with his individually why he his acting this way and how does he think this is making his classmates feel. Once he has shown clear reflection allow him to participate in class. ]]> 2022-02-09 00:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036767264 Laura Villa https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036768537 Why do we need to know this as future teachers? As future teachers we should understand the implications of holding bias. Having knowledge of this can prevent categorizing students and limiting their academic abilities. It can prevent creating a different set of rules for the same group of students.
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Alternative discipline can benefit learning by :
SEL= supporting students by providing social and emotional learning. Having discussion circles at the beginning of class can provide an outlet for students to share how they are feeling. using a scale system of 1-5 and giving a reason to support the 1-5, gives the teacher an idea of how the group is doing overall and it also allows for other students to know how each other is feeling. 
- Seeing a difference from traditional (kicking a student out of class) never solves the root issue.  
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Scenario 1 Tamara
1.Student Tamara is not following a direction given from the teacher. the direction given was that when tamara completes her work (and others are still working) tamara is not to interrupt the class while they are working. 
2. Consequences should be clear and understood by student. this means the teacher should check for understanding that tamara knows what will happen if she breaks the agreement. This is an opportunity for the teacher to expand classroom responsibilities. For example, when Tamara finishes early she can be in charge of (silently  reviewing other papers- not other students papers)
3. use tamara's strength by making her a study buddy to a lower grade student. Maker her feel empowered to learn more or help other students. (but not the ones in her class)


]]> 2022-02-09 00:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036768537 Corrina Moreno https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036769433 As future teachers we need to be aware of implicit bias so we can prevent it from happening in our classrooms. We need students to succeed and with implicit bias it will be difficult for the students to be treated equally. 
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These new approaches discussed in the article are very different than traditional approaches. They focus more on resolving the issues rather than dismissing the student because their causing problems. The traditional approaches tend to punish the students even when it causes long term effects.
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Scenario 2

The rules/expectations Rolando and Trey aren't following is keeping their hands to themselves and personal space awareness.




]]> 2022-02-09 00:42:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036769433 Sam Ramirez https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036770041 We need to know this as future teachers because we need to recognize how it can negatvely effect the students in the classroom. It is the teachers goal to have students feel safe and comfortable in the classroom and ultimately recognize how to build a strong classroom environment.
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"Alternative Discipline Can Benefit Learning" describes justice, PBIS, and SEL approaches. I see these as the same because it teaches students to talk about what is going on, how they feel, etc. All of these approaches help build a strong classroom environment because students feel safe and comfortable. They are also able to move forward with the rest of their day with nothing holding them back. As for traditional approaches, I feel like students aren't able to learn and grow. For example, in the video the teacher holds circle time. This is a time where students rate how they feel and say why. This helps see where each student is at and it also helps build connections and a safe place.
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For scenario number 2, Rolando and Trey were not keeping their hands to themselves and were not playing kindly and respectfully with one another. This caused them to run into Marco. I think an appropriate consequence for this situation would be to have a conversation with Rolando and Trey since it has been an ongoing problem. I would possibly ask them to write a few sentences on how they can change their behavior moving forward. I would use this as an opportunity for Rolando and Trey to learn and grow so it won't happen again. To restore Marco's feelings of feeling safe in the classroom again, Marco and Trey would say sorry to Marco and they could play during recess together.]]> 2022-02-09 00:43:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ebuffin_lb/qgidixihwe8l78zp/wish/2036770041