What I learned

One of the most beneficial things I learned during NTI classes this summer was the practical use of the classroom rules and procedures.

Now, unlike last school year, I have both posted in large print in poster form, in my classroom. If I need to remind the class of our procedure, behavior or general expectations, those items are highly visible for each student to see from any position in the room.

This has reduced my need for redirection in many instances. I do not have to verbalize to an individual, rather I can make eye contact, signal with my hand(s) a specific rule or procedure number and point to the poster. Or if multiple students need redirection, they understand the meaning if I state a specific number.