Effective classroom management is essential in creating positive learning environment for all students with minimal disruptive behaviours. Research suggests that students with diverse learning needs, including students on the autism spectrum, benefit from structured teaching and environments that cater to their sensory needs. The practices in these series provides teachers with tools and techniques create calmer classrooms that are accessible and engaging to diverse learners.
Establish classroom expectations (Secondary)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Years 7 to 12
Helps students to
- know what is expected
- understand consequences
Use visual schedules (Secondary)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Years 7 to 12
Helps students to
- transition smoothly
- understand expectations
- learn new concepts
Consistently use routines and schedules
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Secondary
Helps students to
- feel less anxious
- transition smoothly
- know what is coming next
Structure tasks using work systems
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Years 3 to 6
Years 7 to 12
Helps students to
- plan and organise
- build independence
- understand expectations
Prepare students for transitions
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Secondary
Helps students to
- manage transitions
- be less anxious
Prepare children for transitions (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
- manage transitions
- decrease anxiety during transitions
- increase engagement