Classroom Management & Engagement Flashcards

Which classroom management strategy is most aligned with a preventive, proactive approach?

Answer: Establishing clear routines and procedures at the start of the year

Proactive classroom management focuses on establishing structures, routines, and relationships before problems arise, reducing the likelihood of disruptions.

What is the primary goal of restorative practices in school discipline?

Answer: To repair relationships and community harm caused by student behavior

Restorative practices focus on repairing harm, rebuilding relationships, and restoring the school community rather than punitive exclusion.

Which of the following best demonstrates student engagement during a lesson?

Answer: Students are actively participating in a collaborative problem-solving task

Active participation in collaborative, cognitively demanding tasks reflects genuine student engagement, going beyond compliance behaviors like sitting quietly.

A teacher consistently uses proximity (moving near students) to redirect off-task behavior without interrupting instruction. This technique is best described as:

Answer: Nonverbal intervention

Proximity as a behavior management tool is a nonverbal intervention: the teacher physical presence serves as a subtle, non-disruptive redirect.

According to PBIS, what is the purpose of Tier 1 universal supports?

Answer: School-wide prevention strategies that benefit all students

PBIS Tier 1 consists of universal, school-wide prevention strategies including clear expectations, consistent routines, and positive reinforcement that benefit all students.

Which teacher behavior is most likely to contribute to a positive classroom climate?

Answer: Building personal relationships with students and showing genuine interest in their lives

Building positive teacher-student relationships is consistently identified as one of the most powerful contributors to a positive classroom climate and student motivation.