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Classroom management

The routines, expectations and strategies teachers use to keep a class focused and orderly.

Used in
United States, All four UK nations (details may differ)
Topic
Behaviour

Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.

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Behaviour policy All four UK nations (details may differ)
The school document setting out expected behaviour, rewards and sanctions, and how staff will respond to poor behaviour.

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Definitions are written by Classfern in our own words for teachers in the UK and the US. They are short explanations, not legal or official definitions: always check the official guidance for your country, nation or state. Classfern is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government department, inspectorate or exam board named here.