Education K-12 Classroom Management

Question 1

Which classroom management approach focuses on building relationships and using natural consequences rather than punishment?

Accepted Answer

Restorative practices

Answer

Restorative practices prioritize repairing relationships and community harm rather than punitive responses to misbehavior.

Question 2

What is a 'token economy' in classroom behavior management?

Accepted Answer

A system where students earn tokens for desired behaviors that can be exchanged for rewards

Answer

Token economies use conditioned reinforcers (tokens) paired with backup reinforcers to increase desired behaviors.

Question 3

What does 'proximity control' mean as a classroom management technique?

Accepted Answer

Moving physically near a student to redirect behavior without verbal intervention

Answer

Proximity control uses the teacher's physical presence near a student to deter or reduce off-task behavior quietly.

Question 4

According to Lee Canter's Assertive Discipline model, what must teachers clearly communicate to students?

Accepted Answer

Specific expectations, consistent consequences, and firm follow-through

Answer

Assertive Discipline requires teachers to state expectations clearly, apply consistent consequences, and follow through assertively.

Question 5

What is the primary benefit of establishing classroom routines and procedures at the start of the school year?

Accepted Answer

They minimize transition time and behavioral disruptions throughout the year

Answer

Well-taught routines automate daily tasks, freeing up instructional time and reducing the frequency of behavioral issues.

Education K-12 Practice Test