Managing behaviour beyond the classroom

By Adam Boxer2022-11-03T10:25:00

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Use these simple tips outside class to engage students and ensure your lessons run smoothly in class

A lot of behaviour management approaches focus on classroom interactions between teachers and students. There are, however, a range of strategies that can be used outside the classroom to achieve similar ends. Here, lead practitioner at The Totteridge Academy in London, Adam Boxer, explores how you can effectively implement these strategies at your school. This will help improve engagement with both students and parents, and ensure your classes go smoothly.

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