Session 5: Children Misbehaviours (Lecture Flashcard)

Front

According to Gartrell, what is "mistaken behaviour"?

Back

A child's developmental attempt to interact with the world

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of Gartrell's three levels of mistaken behaviour? Experimentation, Socially influenced behaviour, Attention-seeking behaviour, Strong unmet needs

Back

Attention-seeking behaviour

Front

What is an appropriate teacher response to a child's Level 1 Experimentation behaviour according to Gartrell?

Back

Avoid overreaction and use humour

Front

Which of Adler's four goals of misbehaviour is characterised by the child feeling helpless and wanting to be left alone?

Back

Incompetence / Helplessness

Front

A child who engages in a tantrum to try and control the situation is displaying which of Adler's mistaken goals? Options: Power, Attention, Revenge, Incompetence

Back

Power

Front

Which of the following is an example of Level 2: Socially Influenced mistaken behaviour, according to Gartrell?

• A child takes another child's toy out of curiosity
• A child uses inappropriate words to see a teacher's reaction
• A child withdraws due to family issues
• A child mimics a superhero fight they saw on TV

Back

A child mimics a superhero fight they saw on TV

Front

When a child frequently shouts out answers and interrupts lessons, which of Adler's goals of misbehaviour might the child be demonstrating?

Back

Attention-seeking

Front

Suggest two environmental changes an educator could make to an overcrowded classroom to reduce behavioural challenges.

Back

Rearrange the space to provide clearer learning zones and room for movement.

Front

How should a teacher handle a child's defiant behaviour based on Adler's goal of power?

Back

Calmly state expectations, and provide choices to help the child feel a sense of control