Looking back on this week of data collection, I have seen many positives and negatives in the experience. Picking my student was an interesting process. Since I am in Kindergarten none of the students have behavior plans currently and we are completing SST on a few students in the class. I talked to my CT about a student that would benefit from a behavior management plan. We talked about the understanding of the student’s behavior and which students would be mature enough to understand the process.
After looking at the students, we decided to chose a student that is not a stereotypical type of student. My student is an above average, white female with the inability to control her actions and behavior in whole group settings. This is going to be a very interesting study for the year and I hope that it will help my student in the long run.
When talking to my CT about the process, she let me know that my TA is very supportive of the process and will help at any time. Setting up the data analysis required some thought process and the collection has continued this week. Since I am starting to take over most of the lessons within my classroom, I am finding it hard to take done data as well as teach my lessons. I am taking mental notes and then making sure to write down all the information that is necessary for the study. I have started to notice the moods of my student as well as the way she acts in different situations. These behavior actions have been consistent within the week and I am noticing how the data is helping to notice the behavior within the classroom.
I am interested in the student you picked. I think it is great thing because too often students with limited behavior problems are over looked because of the students with very challenging behavior issues. However, even students with limited behavior problems could really benefit long term form getting their behavior in check at an early age (kindergarten). I too am struggling with taking notes on my student, since I have picked up everything for the day. However, after reading your post I am going to talk to my TA and see if she might be able to help by taking notes while I am teaching and/or taking notes when my student comes to her for small group work. Can’t wait to see you on Thursday!
Wow. This sounds really interesting. I feel like a lot of people probably have chosen stereotypical kids, but it is really interesting to see that you haven’t. I can’t wait to find out more about her home life and what strategies you use to encourage positive behavior in her.
It will be extremely interesting to hear your story!
Interesting how your CT is helping with the process. What a great idea!