Better than Carrots or Sticks
Have you found that rewards and punishments are only influencing positive behaviors in the short run at best?
Studies show that when educators empower students to own and solve their problems, positive results are longer lasting. Are you looking for a way to improve classroom climate and culture? Better Than Carrots or Sticks is the on-line book study for you. Educators who use a restorative practices approach to discipline create classrooms that are based on mutual respect and more focused on student achievement.
Required Reading: Better Than Carrots or Sticks, Restorative Practices for Positive Classroom Management, Written by Dominique Smith, Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey
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1) Purchase and read Better than Carrots or Sticks, Restorative Practices for Positive Classroom Management by Dominique Smith, Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey.
2) Write complete answers to all of the questions on the Book Study Handout. The handout is provided to you after registration is completed.
3) Implement the use of (2) Informal Classroom Circles in your own classroom setting. Your choices are Sequential Circles, Non-sequential Circles, Fishbowls and Inside-Outside Circles. The description of these begins on page 92 in the book. Then, write a 2-3 page paper in which you reflect on success and challenges in implementing these restorative practices circles within your classroom setting.
All 3 assignments must be completed within 1 year. Upload completed handout and paper to website or email all completed assignments and paperwork to lorie@teacherstudy.org.
SPU NOTE: Please be sure to register prior to completing any coursework. Registering for a course after coursework has been started violates accreditation standards and puts the University at risk; therefore, SPU reserves the right to not award credit if students are found to be in violation of this policy.
Grading Criteria for Better Than Carrots or Sticks
1) All 3 assignments must be completed within 1 year. Upload to your Dashboard at teacherstudy.org or Email to lorie@teacherstudy.org.
2) The rubric for the Book Study Handout is broken down into 6 goal areas.
The first goal area pertains to questions #1-15 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The second goal area pertains to questions #16-23 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The third goal area pertains to questions #24-29 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The fourth goal area pertains to questions #30-34 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The fifth goal area pertains to questions #35-39 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The sixth goal area pertains to questions #40-43 on the handout. You will simply need to answer these questions and earn a “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” according to the rubric.
The maximum number of combined points that can be earned is 28 (24 points for the answers to the questions on the handout and 4 points for the reflection paper).
“A” grade = 25-28 points
“B” grade = 22-24 points
“C” grade = 20-21 points
“D” grade = 17-19 points
“F” grade = 16 points or less
A “NC” (no credit) grade will be given if all 3 assignments are not completed within 1 year.
Pass/No Pass Grading System (for clock hours or continuing education credits)
Pass = 20-28 points
No Pass = Less than 20 points
A “NC” (no credit) grade will be given if all 3 assignments are not completed within 1 year
Clock Hours and Continuing Education Unit Options for Washington State Educators:
Washington State Educators have the option of earning 30 Clock Hours for an additional $3 per clock hour fee ($90). Clock hours are offered through the following OSPI approved organizations:
ESD 112 Clock Hours: Once you complete the course, you will be directed to the ESD PdEnroller online system to easily claim your clock hours.
Gonzaga University: Once you complete the course, Gonzaga Center for Lifelong Learning will provide you with instructions on how to quickly claim your clock hours.
Graduate Credit Options:
Seattle Pacific University: Earn 3 graduate level quarter credits. Additional $180 fee, payable to SPU. You must register with SPU first to earn graduate credit.
All Other PDUs, CEUs, CPEs and other known terms for Clock Hours:
30 Clock Hours for professional development are available for those outside of WA State. Other known terms include, but are not limited to, Professional Development Hours, Professional Development Points, CEU's, CPE's, PDU's or your school district's equivalent language for clock hours earned. A Certificate of Completion will be provided to all students once coursework is reviewed and graded.
Be sure to check with your state's agency regarding professional development and related requirements.
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