Lim, AGY. (2020)
Schedules of Reinforcement
Lim describes multiple styles of reinforcing positive behaviour habits in this easy to read article from a psychologist's perspective. This document provides you with a better understanding of how we can instil positive behaviour in others.
Plevin, R. (2019)
Take Control of the Noisy Classroom: Chaos to Calm in 15 Seconds
Plevin is a teaching expert, who specialises in engagement and behaviour management strategies for disaffected students. His book 'Take Control of the Noisy Classroom' is a recommended read. Check out these YouTube clips for quick top tips on how to manage your classroom environment.
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Rob Plevin's Strategies for constant chatter YouTube clip
Rob Plevin's Strategies for low level disruption YouTube Clip
Rob Plevin's Strategies for Quick De-escalation YouTube Clip
Robinson, M. (2011)
Understanding Behaviour and Development in Early Childhood
This document examines the behaviour of babies and young children, taking into account their developmental emotional and psychological shifts over time. It challenges our understanding of 'difficult' behaviour and places a strong emphasis on emotional well-being and how we create a sense of self, which is fundamental to our emotional stability. Containing a very comprehensive contents page, this is a helpful read to better understand students with conditions, such as attachment disorder.
Bandura, A. (1977)
Self-Efficacy Theory (self-motivation)
'Self-Efficacy is a person’s particular set of beliefs that determine how well one can execute a plan of action in different situations (Bandura, 1977). To put it in more simple terms, self-efficacy is a person’s belief in their ability to succeed in a particular situation' (Garrido, 2020). Bandura claims there are 4 ways our self-efficacy can be influenced. This document is a comprehensive and easy to digest summary of Bandura's theory.
Canter, L. & Canter, M. (1976 )
Assertive Discipline Theory
These documents are written by married couple Lee & Marlene Canter on their principles for Assertive Discipline in the classroom. Their theory focuses on the importance of explicitly stating expectations and enforcing rules with students to ensure a controlled learning environment... practical strategies also included!
Gordon, T. (2003)
Teacher Effectiveness Training (TET)
Dr Thomas Gordon champions the importance of creating a solid teacher- student relationship through effective dialogue. His book claims there are 12 ways we instinctively speak to students and none of these are ideal ways to form a solid bond with our students. The PDF attached provides a summary of these 12 ways and a quick explanation of how to engage in 'Active Listening'. His book 'Teacher Effectiveness Training (TET) is a recommended read.
Skinner, BF. (1938)
Operant Conditioning Theory
'Operant conditioning is a method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behaviour. Through operant conditioning, an individual makes an association between a particular behaviour and a consequence' (Skinner, 1938). Skinner's theory falls into the category of 'Behavourism' and he claimed that 'Positive Reinforcement' was more conducive to desired behaviour habits than punishments.
