Since the 1950s, the discipline of students in the classroom has transfigured from a forceful and authoritarian approach to a more evolved influential approach which helps build students self-awareness and allows self-accountability. As a teacher it is vital to be acquainted with different behaviour management theories in order to consider which approaches best suit the classroom setting for successful learning and quality teaching in the classroom.
In an effective table this documents outlines and analysis the nine key behaviour management theories, as outlined by Charles (2012) and discusses the appropriateness of these strategies in the primary classroom setting. Also include is my personal beliefs about children and discipline, discussing what theories I would consider using in my classroom.
Behaviour Management Theories
Examine and discuss the behaviour management theories as outlined in the Charles (2012) text. Your analysis should include the key aspects of each theory. Note each of the theories’ strengths and weaknesses from a teacher's perspective.
Please use the Assignment 1 Theorist Table to outline and link your points. Please ensure that your work is supported by the literature.
REDL & WATTENBERG Main concept How pacticular group behaviour affects individual behaviour. Particulars about the theory e.g. characteristics, strengths and weaknesses from a teacher's perspective
- Learn to predict what students are likely/not likely to do when in groups and when alone. How suitable for Stages 1, 2, and/or 3? Justify with support from the literature. B. SKINNER Main concept - Voluntary
- People will engage in and learn from activites that bring them pleasre i.e If we perform an act and receive a reward/positive outcome, then we will do it again (lecture 2, 2014). Particulars about the theory - Behaviourist classroom
- Help students change their behaviour for the better.
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