Agenda, Session 8

100-130 Correction Procedures130-200 Classroom Meetings200 Break210 Hold Classroom Meetings245 Prepare for Studio Day at

Bailey Gatzert 1301 E. Yesler, Seattle

Example Hierarchy

1. Proximity & quiet reminder.2. Review Classroom Expectations.3. Precision Requests4. Brief Verbal Problem Solve

3.1 Written Problem Solve5. Modify Expectation as Necessary6. Differential Reinforcement for

Attention-Seeking7. Response Cost Program8. Consult with specialist for behavior

plan9. Safety concerns always trump

classroom plan.

Ingredients for Effective Group Meetings

Meeting has a specific purpose and agenda.

• Planning, Problem Solving, Open Ended, Positives etc.

Desired meeting behavior is taught, modeled, practiced, and reinforced!

• Transitions in and out: Circle up...• Clear rules & guidelines• CHAMP for meeting?• Active listening• Giving and accepting feedback

Decisions, skills are followed up on Students are actively involved Used regularly

Basic Steps of Class Meetings Meeting is announced Transition routine is implemented Leader is designated Review of Group Norms/CHAMP Meeting agenda or goal is addressed Opportunities for

feedback/discussion Closing comments/decisions Follow up is outlined/determined Expectations for next activity are

outlined Closing transition

Positives Meeting

Purpose: develops communication skills, builds self esteem and group cohesion.

Teach giving and receiving positives skills first! Used regularly builds strong hearts!

STEPS1) Transition in, review norms and

guidelines, determine leader etc.2) Take turns giving one positive to self and

to another 3) Positives may be collected and/or posted-

journals, summaries etc.4) Assure that everyone has an opportunity to

give and receive5) Closing comments and transition

Planning Meeting

Purpose: accomplish a specific task, involve group in decision making (field trips, fund raising, etc)

May require more than one, or carefully sequenced meetings.

STEPS1) Transition in, review norms and

guidelines, determine leader etc2) Define task or agenda item(s)3) Generate ideas and feedback4) Evaluate ideas5) Lay out plans/steps and designate

responsibilities6) Determine timelines and follow up7) Closing comments and transition

Problem Solving Purpose: teach students how to solve

problems effectively and peacefully, Address individual or group issues

Be sure to protect psychological safety of any individuals!

STEPS1) Transition in, review norms and

guidelines, determine leader etc.2) Define problem3) Discuss perspectives/feelings of all

involved or effected4) Brainstorm solutions5) Evaluate solutions- Best for ALL6) Choose solution7) Restate plan and get group commitment7) Closing comments and transition

Open-ended Meeting

Steps Review norms and guidelines Find out what is interesting to the students/

or use curriculum Pose a question pertaining to the interest or

the curriculum

Purpose: discussion of a thought provoking topic. Can be related to curriculum. Stimulate thinking. Motivation to engage in academic ideas.

Steps Review norms and guidelines Find out what is interesting to the students/

or use curriculum Pose a question pertaining to the interest or

the curriculum Discussion—teacher facilitates Question and apply questions to the

students’ lives Work towards problem solving

Educational Diagnostic Meeting

Purpose: • Discussion of topics to assess students’ comprehension of curriculum & evaluate teaching strategies. • Stimulate thinking about curricular topics and real-life.

Teaching Social Skills Purpose: To teach and practice new

interpersonal skills or behavior , allows you to teach, model, practice, and reinforce needed behaviors.

Teacher usually leads- use principles of effective instruction

STEPS1) Transition in, review norms and guidelines.2) Define What and Why3) Task analyze the behavior (specifics)4) Model it, allow kids to role play/practice it5) Brainstorm When and How- apply and

practice6) Make new skill and steps public7) Make plan for follow up and reinforcement8) Closing comments and transition

Let’s Practice

1. Push Desks to Side2. Form two circles &

Have a 30” meeting3. Identify Leaders4. Thinking about this

class/course:1. Begin with positives2. Discuss issues/agenda3. Provide possible

solutions4. Plan for Bailey-Gatzert