Setting Rules Early on is Important

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On the first day of school or care, a schedule should be set as much as possible. This schedule can be posted for children to view at all times. It is also important for students to learn the transition expectations as well as proper placement of personal belongings, classroom supplies, restrooms and more. For infants and toddlers parents and family members will need to be made aware of these things. Setting expectations from the first day in class gives children ample time to practice and perfect the routines and expectations. Repeating the exercises as often as needed is also beneficial, as repetition builds strong habits and skills and makes things occur more fluidly after practice. 

Setting rules (or expectations) early on is also important because it makes students aware of the consequences of their actions so that there are no surprises. It can also help to thwart problem behaviors. It is important to take certain steps to prepare students for the expectations and the consequences that may arise if they do not follow the rules or expectations. Be sure to reinforce to the group that everyone makes mistakes and that it is okay, but that there are consequences for intentional misbehavior. ​ ​    

For infant and toddler classrooms it is important to make expectations fluid and simple. Because children in this age range are lacking in advanced communication skills it is important to be the guiding force behind their actions. Hold the two-year-old's hand and walk with them when they run in the hallway. Talk gently with an infant as you soothe them to rest at nap time. Not only are you setting expectations, but you are helping them to practice routines and also building a strong foundation with them.  

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1. Course Agenda
​2. Classroom Management
3. Where to Begin?
4. Goal Setting (1/10) ​
5. Setting Routines
6. Transitions​
7. Real Strategies
8. Transition Technique (2/10)
9. Appropriate Expectations
10. Setting Expectations
11. Expectations Scenario (3/10) ​

12. Setting Rules 
13. Involving Students
14. Behavior Management
15. Behavior Management
16. Guidance Techniques
17. Sign Language for Classroom
18. Management Motivation
19. Group Motivation
20. Individual Motivation
21. Classroom Analysis (4/10) ​
22. Mistaken Behavior

23. ABC Chart
24. Behavior Patterns​ (5/10)
25. How to Make your Own ABC Chart
26. ABC Chart – Scenario 1 (6/10)
27. ABC Chart – Scenario 1 (7/10)​​​
28. ABC Chart – Scenario 2 (8/10)​​​
29. ABC Chart – Scenario 2 (9/10)​​​
30. ABC Chart to Prevent Behavior
31. End of Course Quiz (10/10)
32. Course Evaluation Form​
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