In this section, we will look at...
How your language affects behaviour
How to avoid deficit language
How to structure a 2-minute pep talk that works for everyone
What to say in the trickiest moments
How to avoid shaming
What to say when learners argue or try to negotiate your expectations
There is specific advice on the language that works well and a task that is an essential reflective tool.
This section is about the practical aspects of setting up your learning environment to lay the foundations of excellent relational practice. We will look at:
How to create a behaviour plan so you know exactly what the next steps are
How to apply a consequence without an angry reaction
How to structure support beyond the classroom
Why you must follow up every time and why that is a powerful strategy
How to use coaching to support learners who struggle to follow the rules
In this section we are going to look at:
What teachers need to stay rational and focused on outcomes
How to reach zen levels of calm and protect everyone
How to be emotionally restrained in the face of poor behaviour
Why building relationships needs more than just great teaching
What you should realistically expect of your own behaviour in a busy and sometimes overwhelming job
Steve Baker and I will be leading online workshops and behaviour conversations. You will be able to access all 7 workshops/events with your course license.
14th September FE Workshop 1 8am with Paul Dix
21st September FE Workshop 2 8am with Steve Baker
28th September FE Workshop 3 8am with Steve Baker
5th October FE Workshop 4 8am with Steve Baker
Last Friday of every month at 8am live Behaviour Conversation with Paul Dix
The workshops/conversations will last for 60 minutes and are focused on:
1. Tricky Questions
A fascinating discussion on the key principles that frame Relational Practice and define its values. Do we give learners what they deserve or what they need? When they behave poorly are they challenging or distressed? Be ready to both share an opinion and question your own practice.
2. Relational Currency
The power of emotional currency. How to get it, what to do with it and when to spend it most effectively. This workshop is all about positive relationships, positive acknowledgement and noticing. The apparently small stuff has an incredible impact. Be ready to tell a story.
3. Consequences
What is the role of consequences in Relational Practice? From pep talks to restorative conversations, how do you land a consequence without damaging the trust you have built up with a learner? Are stepped consequences effective or exclusionary? Expect lively debate and be ready to make a plan for your consistent response
4. Tough Situations
Working with learners who experience crises during the day means you need a backup plan as well as an everyday plan. How should you react, what systems do you draw on and how can you help learners recover. Be ready to share what you have learned through the course and to pool some ideas.
These are workshops and not a series of talks. You will find yourself joining in and contributing.
We will record the workshops and put them here. If you can make it to the live session please do, I am sure you will get more out of it.
We look forward to meeting you in the first session.
