Understanding Compliance in the Classroom

Which of the following is an example of following instructions in class?

• Doing your homework as the teacher explained

• Ignoring the teacher’s directions

• Talking while the teacher is giving instructions

• Leaving your seat without permission

What does the word "compliance" mean in the classroom?

• Doing what you are told by the teacher

• Playing games during lessons

• Drawing on your desk

• Arriving late to class

Which of these is a classroom expectation?

• Raise your hand before speaking

• Shout out answers

• Run around the classroom

• Eat during lessons

What might happen if you do not follow classroom rules?

• You may get a warning or lose privileges

• You get extra playtime

• You receive a reward

• You get to leave early

Why is listening to instructions important?

• So you know what to do

• So you can ignore the teacher

• So you can talk to friends

• So you can play games

Which of the following shows good listening skills?

• Looking at the teacher and not interrupting

• Talking to your friend during instructions

• Drawing while the teacher speaks

• Playing with your pencil

If your teacher says, "Please line up quietly," what should you do?

• Stand up and line up without talking

• Keep sitting at your desk

• Run to the door and shout

• Start talking to your friends

What is a possible consequence of not listening to instructions?

• You might not finish your work correctly

• You get a prize

• You get to go home early

• You get extra recess

Which of these is NOT an example of compliance?

• Following the teacher’s directions

• Doing your homework

• Ignoring classroom rules

• Listening during lessons

What should you do if you do not understand the teacher’s instructions?

• Raise your hand and ask for help

• Ignore the instructions

• Start doing something else

• Leave the classroom