Read the latest blog, Preventing Bullying: Why Classroom Interactions Matter
"The teacher sets the tone for the way peers interact with one another in the classroom. This happens both explicitly, through directly telling students what is expected, and implicitly, by modeling expected behaviors. These kinds of interactions show up in the CLASS dimensions of Positive Climate and Negative Climate.
If you’re unfamiliar with CLASS, Positive Climate is “the emotional connection between the teacher and students and among students” and Negative Climate is the “expressed negativity in the classroom.”
The CLASS lens values behaviors like modeling respectful interactions, building and acting upon relationships, and minimizing peer conflict because they show students that the classroom is a safe place with a caring adult and peer group. Setting expectations for respect and warmth between students can immediately show students that bullying behavior won’t be tolerated - and if something happens to a student, you’ll be there for them."
Preventing Bullying: Why Classroom Interactions Matter------------------------------
Liz Savage
Community Manager
Teachstone
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