Imagine being 12 years old and feeling lost in a classroom. School has always been a struggle, and instead of admitting your confusion, you become the class clown, distracting yourself and your friends. When the teacher calls you out, you know the drill—nod along and wait for the inevitable lecture.

That lecture? Like water off a duck’s back!

IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

• The cycle of disengagement: Lecturing students about their behaviour often leads them to tune out, allowing them to avoid taking real accountability. This just perpetuates the same patterns when they return to class.
• Shifting from lecturing to guiding: By using strategic questions, we can encourage students to reflect on their actions and understand the impact of their behaviour.
• Empowering student reflection: When students contribute to the conversation, they become active participants in their own learning and behaviour management, rather than passive recipients of criticism.

This week, observe your language when discussing behaviour with students:

• Are you talking more than listening?
• Are you telling more than asking?
• Challenge yourself to become a guide instead of a lecturer.

Notice how this shift influences your conversations and helps students take ownership of their actions.

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Resources and links:

• Take the "What's Your Teacher Type" Quiz
• Join The Behaviour Club
• My book! It’s Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management
• The Low-Level Behaviour Bootcamp
• Browse all resources on TPT
• Free guide: 'Chats that Create Change'

Connect with me:

• Follow on Instagram @the.unteachables
• Check out my website