Instruction in the standards requires a focus not only on the learner concepts and competencies but the supportive practices employed by the adults in the classroom setting. 

Concepts and Competencies

The learner will:

• Identify what conflict in the classroom looks like (e.g. not working with peers)
• Identify what cooperation in the classroom looks like (e.g. talking with each other, working together, accomplishing a task)
• Brainstorm potential classroom conflicts

Supportive Practices

The adult will:

• Provide opportunities to identify potential problems or conflicts in everyday events
• Brainstorm how different reactions can make a conflict better or worse
• Facilitate discussions on the decision-making process for resolving (rather than escalating) a conflict

 

This resource was created by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL).  

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