Classroom Management in Texas ATC Flashcards
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What is the function of a token economy system in a Texas classroom?
Answer: Students earn tokens for positive behavior that can be exchanged for rewards
A token economy is a behavior management system where students earn symbolic tokens for following rules or meeting learning goals and later exchange them for desired rewards.
Under Texas PBIS frameworks, what does Tier 2 support represent?
Answer: Targeted interventions for students who do not respond to universal classroom strategies
Tier 2 of the PBIS model provides targeted, small-group interventions such as check-in/check-out programs for students who need more support than whole-class strategies provide.
Which technique helps an ATC teacher redirect off-task students without interrupting the flow of instruction?
Answer: Nonverbal signals such as a hand signal or eye contact while continuing to teach
Nonverbal redirection techniques allow the teacher to address off-task behavior quickly and privately without halting instruction or embarrassing the student.
What is 'overlapping' in classroom management, as described by Kounin?
Answer: A teacher's ability to handle two or more classroom events simultaneously
Kounin's concept of overlapping refers to a teacher's capacity to attend to a discipline issue while simultaneously maintaining the instructional activity with the rest of the class.
Which of the following is an example of a restorative practice in a Texas school?
Answer: A student-facilitated conference where the offending student repairs harm to the affected party
Restorative practices focus on repairing relationships and harm through dialogue and accountability, rather than purely punitive measures such as suspension.
Why is consistency important when enforcing classroom rules in a Texas ATC setting?
Answer: It ensures all students are treated equitably and builds trust in the classroom environment
Consistent rule enforcement ensures that all students experience fair and predictable consequences, which builds a sense of safety and equity that supports learning.