Consequences

[mch0709]

I am an undergrad student as East Carolina University and I was wondering what kind of consequences some teachers use for students breaking rules in the gym. I know in lots of cases "sitting out" is used; however, that is sometimes what the student wants. What other kinds of consequences can be used?

[Nryan5714]

I think the key and what most veteran pe teachers would tell you is to make your lessons as exciting and meaningful as possible. Keep the kids busy and keep their attention. For the most part I don't have to deal with many behavior problems because:
1. My kids in general are well behaved kids.
2. I have been there a few years now and I have built positivie relationships with most of them and that is the most important factor.
3. I use routines so they know what to do and when to do it.

Just remember to be real with them. Be honest, firm, but fair. Smile. Have fun!!!! Talk to them.

nryan5714

[ads0304]

Try using a behavior contract. When a student breaks a rule or is disruptive have them sit down and write what they did to misbehave, how they can fix it, why it is they misbehaved. Have a set number of times they can misbehave before you call their parents etc. You can also send the behavior plan home with the student to have a parent sign.

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Behavior Management Plan

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Student: ___________________ Class/Grade: _____________


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Target Replacement Behaviors:

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Student Feedback:

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[kathy.lacey]

Many times students who are misbehaving need to have their energy redirected. I will have a student go to the side and perform some type of activity that uses a lot of energy. I'll make it a challenge, like, "Can you do push ups? I bet you can't do 20. Show me." Or something similar with jumping jacks or curl-ups, etc. Many times, this refocuses the student and they will go right back to the activity with no problem. I will generally do this 2-3 times for a student, if they still act out, they must simply sit out until I can talk to them or until I feel they are ready to try again.

[JLM1700]

From what I have seen in PE classes sitting out is what most kids want if they misbehave. I've had teachers who do have students sit out the first time but if it happens again, I have seen written assignments given in the form of what unit the class is working on. If you're doing a unit of the technique of throwing a football, have the student write a short essay on that topic, what ever it may be. Letters sent home is also an option, but if students do not care to listen to the teacher, it may have not much of an affect from a parent either.

[pingeyez2]

It all starts with the teacher -you . From the very first impression , you must exude enthusiasm from your body language to your voice inflections. Next, your lessons have to be appropriate , benchmarks/standards and in real life situations.
You must be able to recognize when there must be a change if things aren't going well .There should be a behavior plan in effect , such as Hellison's Model of Social Responsibility . An alternate is a sideline work sheet after all other methods have been used. Giving exercises as an activity may send a negative message . Along with that is sitting students out , which many think is a way to get out of class .
Another avenue is to be visible everywhere in the school whether on duty or just in the hallways. This will build up trust and gives the opportunity to talk to the troubled students . That is , talk things out with them and find out why they aren't taking class or causing trouble . Find out what they like and show you care . In general , the students really want to please you and you must find out what makes them tick .
Even though we can't save ALL the students , it is apparent that trying to be the best you can be solves many future problems. It is necessary to have a networking solution in progress when you can discuss problem students with teachers , IEP teachers ,counselors or the nurse . In that way , you can have a better understanding why some students are acting out . Then , the consequences will have meaning and what direction to take will be more effective. Here is an example:
1. Place a small list of behavior codes on the bulletin board
2. Explain the rules and stick to them .
3. Use close proximity to a possible student problem without losing class control
4. Use Hellison's Model - if there was a problem - give a finger notation of the broken rule( task 1-4) . Show it , then the student temporarily leaves the class , reads the error and returns( this is done without skipping a beat)
5. A second occurence is the written error to explain why the acting out is not accepted .

It is important that the troubled student not halt the flow of the class . All of this is a learned experience , but in most situations doesn't get that far . They know what is expected . A dynamic lesson usually has them awe inspired and wanting never to miss a minute of class. This atunes for a total respect between students . That is , they work together and respect others , rules and equipment .

Gerry Cernicky
http://igreen.tripod.com/gerpe