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Effective Classroom Management: Request and Reprimand Strategies

Learn how to phrase requests, maintain proximity, use a quiet voice, eye contact, increase wait time, avoid nagging, be descriptive, and stay positive in classroom interactions to manage behavior effectively.

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Effective Classroom Management: Request and Reprimand Strategies

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  1. Request and ReprimandDo’s and Don’ts • Important tools for the classroom teacher • Closely related to each other • They both precede negative behaviors • First line of defense in the classroom

  2. How Do I Phrase It? • Do not phrase requests in the form of a question • There can be such a thing as a stupid question • Get used to hearing “no”

  3. Proximity is Crucial • The best distance is an arm’s length away • Most reprimands are from 15-20 feet away • Results in yelling and pointing • Teachers should not be behind their desks

  4. Use a Quiet Voice • Lower the volume • Move closer to the student • Maintain self-esteem • Doesn’t involve the rest of the class

  5. Eye Contact is Critical • Will improve compliance • Can request eye contact first

  6. Increase Wait Time • 5-10 seconds after request is made • Compliance-time window • Parents interrupt 40% of the time • He who speaks first, loses

  7. Requests Made Once • The more you ask, the less you get • The nagging effect • The maximum is twice • Have preplanned consequences • Ask for only one thing at a time

  8. Be Descriptive • Students need specific instructions • Use examples whenever possible

  9. Don’t Lose Your Cool • Don’t raise your voice • Don’t make threats • Don’t be insulting • Don’t induce guilt • Be nonemotional

  10. More Positive than Negative • Make more requests than reprimands • Keep a positive classroom • Make sure that rules are well-written • Too many “don’ts” can reduce compliance

  11. Reinforce Positive Behavior • Praise small things • Notice compliance • Immediate rewards

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