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Tip #20: The little book of behaviour consistency.

Inconsistent behaviour management is a consistent recipe for an unhappy classroom climate. Using a behaviour booklet raises consistency, reduces stress and is a quick win both in your class and across a school.… Read More Tip #20: The little book of behaviour consistency.

June 25, 2018 Dan WhittakerLeave a comment

Five learning culture must-knows – guest blog at The School Bus

Very happy to have my first guest post published by The School Bus. Really enjoyed writing for them, they’re great people to work with!

August 26, 2017 Dan Whittaker2 Comments

Tip #16: Are your high expectations vague and valueless?

‘High expectations’ is a buzz phrase used so often it’s rendered valueless. Bring context to the vagueness and make it mean something in your school.… Read More Tip #16: Are your high expectations vague and valueless?

July 8, 2017 Dan Whittaker3 Comments

Tip #15: Understand the power pupils.

Social relationships between pupils can make or break your positive class climate. Discover your class’ power pupils and what makes them tick through a little detective work.… Read More Tip #15: Understand the power pupils.

July 2, 2017 Dan Whittaker1 Comment

Tip #10: Explain why bad behaviour is bad.

Unless you explain your expectations, it’s wrong to assume that pupils will accept them. … Read More Tip #10: Explain why bad behaviour is bad.

May 18, 2017May 18, 2017 Dan Whittaker5 Comments

Tip #4: Is addressing poor behaviour a time drain? Try memorised ‘consistency scripts’.

Using memorised ‘consistency scripts’ reinforce behaviour expectations and reduce time and stress when addressing issues.

… Read More Tip #4: Is addressing poor behaviour a time drain? Try memorised ‘consistency scripts’.

April 8, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker11 Comments

Tip #3 – Rows beat groups for a focused, independent learning climate.

Arranging your tables in individual or paired rows will reduce distraction and promote concentration and independence.… Read More Tip #3 – Rows beat groups for a focused, independent learning climate.

April 8, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker2 Comments

Not a dirty word: micromanagement might be just what your class needs.

Micromanage wisely to develop trust and excellent outcomes in your class/… Read More Not a dirty word: micromanagement might be just what your class needs.

April 2, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker3 Comments

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    • Infographic – Tip #21: Power up behaviour scripts with social norms
    • Tip #21: Power up behaviour scripts with social norms
    • My personal statements and top 10 tips
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  • My personal statements and top 10 tips
    My personal statements and top 10 tips
  • Tip #21: Power up behaviour scripts with social norms
    Tip #21: Power up behaviour scripts with social norms
  • Tip #5 - Gain trust by apologising when you mess up in class.
    Tip #5 - Gain trust by apologising when you mess up in class.
  • Infographic - 13 ways your classroom sabotages learning
    Infographic - 13 ways your classroom sabotages learning
  • Tip #20: The little book of behaviour consistency.
    Tip #20: The little book of behaviour consistency.

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