Questions on Behaviour: Building Classroom Confidence as an Early Career Teacher (Q&As for ECTs)

What do I do when children don’t seem to follow the rules?How can I create a classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour?How do I handle conflicts between students in a way that promotes inclusion?Every teacher faces moments of uncertainty when managing behaviour in the classroom and for Early Career Teachers (ECT) these challenges can feel especially daunting.Drawing on insights from a diverse panel of behaviour experts, this dip-in-and-out guide navigates these complexities with confidence, compassion and curiosity, offering practical strategies rooted in real-life classroom experiences. Each chapter provides actionable advice on topics ranging from classroom organisation and conflict resolution to handling individual and group behaviours.The guide goes beyond surface-level solutions, encouraging you to consider the ‘why’ behind behaviour while demystifying key concepts like ‘warm/strict’ approaches and trauma-informed practices.Contributors bring a wealth of expertise and