As educators, we know that all students demonstrate challenging behaviours at some point in their schooling. Behavioural support is an approach that seeks to assist students in developing pro-social attitudes and behaviours through positive interventions.
Positive approaches to behaviour management focus on the use of positive reinforcement, modelling, and logical consequences. When students are supported behaviourally, they are more likely to respond positively to challenges, are more open to learning, and have a higher attendance rate.
Behavioural support is particularly effective with students who have experienced trauma, anxiety or have special needs. It provides a safe learning environment where they feel supported and enables them to engage with their academics fully.
As educators, it is essential to recognise and address challenging behaviour early. Creating a positive environment in the classroom can create safe instructional spaces where self-identified challenging behaviours diminish.
Behavioural support provides a positive approach to manage students’ challenging behaviour in a non-punitive way, reinforcing the development of positive pro-social attitudes and behaviours. As educators, we have the ability to create robust, healthy learning environments that enhance our students’ academic and professional growth through positive behavioural techniques.
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