Behavior Intervention Training
- 1. Behavior Intervention: Creating a Safe and responsive school climateChristine GialousisUniversity of New EnglandEDU 615: Motivational Theory October 10, 2010
- 2. Defining Behaviors doNOT define the ChildDefianceOppositionIntimidationWithdrawalImpulsivityFleeingViolenceInattentive“By implementing comprehensive programs that improve overall school climate and reduce minor disruption, schools may be able to reduce the risk of more serious violent crimes”.(Skiba, Boone, Fontanini, et.al., p5)
- 3. School Violence PreventionViolence is preventableThere is no quick fixEffective prevention requires ongoing planning and commitmentProactive NOT reactiveInvolves families, students and the communityIncludes multiple components
- 4. InterventionPeer MediationAnger ManagementStudents are trained to resolve conflict with alternate strategies to their peersStudents need 12-15 hours of training to learn about communication and conflict resolutionShows that conflict can be positiveMediating students have increase self-esteem and increased academic achievementTeaches that conflict can be settled without violenceStudents who have not learned to manage their anger are at risk for aggression and violence.Helps students understand and manage their emotions to avoid confrontation.Teaches strategies (perspective, control, relax)Decreases aggressive behaviors in the short-termFactors for success: length of treatment, training, and supplemental interventions
- 5. Intervention cont.Resource OfficersParent InvolvementSRO’s are part of a larger community police program focusing on building relationships within the community.Work with administrators to teach programs that relate to gang and drug-use preventionThe officer serves as a mentor, and role model while deterring crime and violenceShould not be used as part of daily discipline problem solvingPromotes a healthy and consistent learning environment by establishing mutual goals between home and school.Promoting involvement at home: increase parenting skills, promote learning at home, communicatePromoting involvement at school: volunteering, decision making power, collaborating.Parent involvement is positively associated with student academic success.
- 6. What can teachers do?Cooperative LearningHelps promote learning in the least restrictive environmentServes as a vehicle for increasing social and academic climatesStudents work in groups to problem solve, complete a task, or accomplish a goal. Requires group goals and individual accountability.Classroom ManagementWell managed classrooms have less disciplinary problemsEmphasize the positiveUse multiple strategies (next slide)Teach responsibilityNon-emotionalConsistentResponsive
- 7. Management Strategies:Use signals,bells or chimes,1-2-3 eyes on me,rewards/consequences,ticket system, three strikes your out, clear lists of rewards and consequencesResponsive Classroom Research Resources:http://www.responsiveclassroom.org/bookstore/behavior.htmlCooperative Learning(google images)
- 8. Alternatives to suspension and expulsionAn array of disciplinary options…In-school alternatives: Saturday school or in-school suspensionRestitution: making things rightAnger management: students attend classesIndividual Behavior plans: Functional Behavior Assessments can be used to create a comprehensive plan with the school psychologist and special education teacherWrap-around teams: incorporating child-service agencies, mental health, welfare, etc, to develop comprehensive plans
- 9. References:K-6 Classroom Management K6edu.comMiller, C., & Peterson, R. (2002). Safe & Responsive Schools. Creating a Positive Climate: Cooperative Learning.www.indiana.edu/~safeschlPeterson, R. (2002). Safe & Responsive Schools. Effective Responses: School Community Resource Officers.www.indiana.edu/~safeschlSkiba, R., Boone, K., Fontanini, T., Wu, T., & Strussell, A. Preventing School Violence: A Practical Guide to Comprehensive Planning. University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Skiba, R. & McKelvey. (2000). Safe & Responsive Schools. Early Identification and Intervention: Anger Management.Skiba, R., & Peterson, R. (2000). Safe & Responsive Schools. Creating a Positive Climate: Peer Mediation. Skiba, R., & Strassell, A. (2000). Creating A Positive Climate: Parent Involvement.