Indicator

III.B.4


Learners are given reasons for actions, decisions, and/or directives as needed.

Definition(s) and/or Explanation(s)

Actions, decisions, and directives:

  • must be logical
  • must be consistent with established behavioral expectations

  • must not be arbitrary

  • must be understood by all learners

 

Classroom Examples

Elementary

Before a third-grade field trip, the teacher and learners discuss safety issues as well as reasons requiring a variety of rules that must be followed (e.g. hands and head inside the bus, remain in seat throughout the ride, etc.).

Secondary

When an eighth-grade learner is sent to the office for a repeated violation of the dress-code, the teacher reiterates the reasons behind the dress-code (e.g., safety concerns of strapless shoes, distractions caused by inappropriate dress, etc.).

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