Michael and the panel explore how we establish ground rules in Montessori classrooms.
- Stop that!
- Be quiet!
- Use your inside voice!
- Walk in the classroom!
- Put your work away!
Are these rule statements?
Do statements like this help or hinder establishing proper codes of behavior? Why?
What rules and procedures are needed or helpful in a Montessori classroom?
Should we have detailed rules or possibly no rules at all?
Ground Rules: How are they established and maintained. We examine all aspects of ground rules including establishing them in a positive manner.
