what is positive behaviour for learning (pbl)? and why is it so valuable for schools?
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Positive Behaviour For Learning (PBL)
A NSW Initiative
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What is PBL?
• School – wide behaviour initiative.• Addresses challenging behaviours and student
wellbeing.• Aims to improve self-awareness and
motivation to learn.• Adapted from the U.S.• Initiated by NSW DET in 2005 (Lindsay
Wasson).
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Underlying assumptions
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dYDdBgevfI
• A positive, structured environment will support student wellbeing and increase motivation to learn (Mooney et. al 2008).
• Motivation to learn will decrease the prevalence of challenging behaviours (Mooney et. Al 2008).
Positive environment motivation to learn reduced problem behaviour
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What is the purpose?
PBL
Increase Attendance
lower suspensions
improve student
motivation and
engagement to learn
developing values for
the community
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How does it function?
‐ Encourages Positive Behaviour‐ Clear outline
‐ Long term commitment
Figure 1: Accessed on 18/10/2014 www.education.nt.gov.au
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Example of a school PBL Program
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Suitability in our context?
• Very versatile strategy that supports ALL students to achieve academic and social outcomes.
• Can be applied across all year levels of schooling, R-12.
• All curriculum areas• PBL is used both school-wide and in the classroom• Requires whole school commitment to be
successful
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Implementing PBL
• Professional development sessions every two weeks
• Visual signs in all classrooms and around the school
• Verbal reminders – from teachers• Integration of the 3 key values into teaching
pedagogy and practices
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Various school/class functions
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Evidence of Results
• Evidence provided by the Head Teacher of Engagement at a NSW sample school
Strengths Challenges Improvements
-Supported approach -Evidence based and supported by research-Structured yet allows for school context-Collection of Best practice-Looks at holistic nature of a school
- People often are looking for instant or quick fix -Requires dedication, commitment and willingness to try- Must have principal and 80% staff support-ensuring we have best practice in our school-Keeping staff motivated
-Having political support for the implementation at all levels including a state and or national level -University’s ensure they are providing beginning teachers with the knowledge around the essential features of a classroom and how they can develop these skills in their career.
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Evidence of Results
2013
2011
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Class Activity
• In your teaching areas (primary can group together), come up with 3 guidelines/rules for your classroom that reflect the Flinders High School values – 5 mins.
• Be sure to use positive language.
“Always ask to borrow equipment” X “Don’t take other people’s things”
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Any Questions?
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References• Jill Schofield 2014, ‘Positive Behaviour For Learning Website’, accessed 15th
October 2014, http://pblsupport.pbworks.com/w/page/47299779/frontpage.
• Mooney, M. et. al, 2008, ‘Positive Behaviour for Learning: Investigating the Transfer of a United States System into the NSW Department of Education and Training Western Sydney Region Schools’, Curriculum and Leadership Journal, vol. 6, no. 20, viewed 17th October 2014, http://www.curriculum.edu.au/leader/positive_behaviour_for_learning,24004.html?issueID=11469.
• Sample School Positive Behaviour for Learning Handbook, 2014.