ABSTRACT
Classroom and behavior management go hand in hand for a well-run classroom. Procedures and expectations set the stage for managing the classroom and student behaviors. Once the stage is set, teachers must develop rapport with students to affect student behavior and nurture learning. By acting on the five essential behaviors for teachers—acceptance, attention, appreciation, affirmation, and affection (Albert, 1996)—you can establish positive relationships with students. Teachers must go beyond simply accepting students. They must provide them with attention; show appreciation for them; affirm their desirable traits; and show them unconditional affection, kindness, and caring. As part of their behavior management program, some teachers reward positive student behaviors. For additional information about rewards, see Rewarding Positive Behavior.
