I've finally decided on my Action Research topic...
Insert drumrole here.
I'm going to research the effects of using Love and Logic in my classroom. Right now, my question is:
How does the implementation
of "Love and Logic" strategies affect difficult students in the classroom?
What do you think? I'm really excited about reading this book; I can't believe I haven't read it before now.
Wow! I love your enthusiasm! Who wrote the book? What are some of the strategies that fall under "love and logic?" The word "love" scares me because, honestly, I try not to get to close to my kids. Some people might think that makes me a bad teacher, but I have heard too many stories, even at my own campus, where teachers have been accused of getting "too close" to their students. I've always listened to students in need, however, I never give advice. I give them a lending ear, then send them to the counselor. Maybe I need to read that book to figure out a way to keep the balance.
ReplyDelete"Love and Logic" has nothing to do with getting close with your students; it's about how to have positive behavior management. I suggest you check-out their website to get an overview (I'll post the link below). It's used in many districts around the country. Let me know what you think after checking it out! I look forward to hearing back.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.loveandlogic.com/t-what-is-for-Love-and-Logic-teachers.aspx
That is the discipline study we have used for a few years now. It really helps give teacher a chain of command, if you will, to help the students stay in class and behave. To Erika Valdez, the word "Love" is not for you to fall in love with a specific student and get really attached to them. The term "love" is talking about general love. Caring for the well-being of a human. The book serves as a general reminder of the golden rule.
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