Gordon's Ripple Effect Theory

Key concepts
Identifiable key concepts accurately demonstrated by Luke include, cueing with parallel acknowledgment, Gordon’s student centred approach of using “I” statements, withitness, ripple effect and Canter & Canters theory of being assertive.

Links to Theory
In ESCM4, Luke demonstrates the strategy, cueing with parallel acknowledgment. Luke shows his “withitness” (Kounin) by knowing what is happening in his classroom and praising one group with the use of an “I” statement. This technique is supported by Gordon’s’ student centred theory of using “I” statements. As Luke proves, advantages of this technique is that it avoids laying blame and can have a positive ripple effect on other students who may be off task, prompting them to return to the assigned task. The ripple effect theory is supported by Kounins preventative measures and acknowledges that students will “get on the bandwagon”. This strategy could be further improved had Luke also applied Jones theory
In ESCM 9/10, Luke demonstrates his assertiveness by successfully implying the