Procedures are more about prohibiting specific behaviors than about getting things done.

The rule, “Respect and be polite to all people,” is

When teachers want multiple students to provide a chorus response to a question, the teachers need to allow students to call out answers or comments without permission.

You know that sometimes Bill is work avoidant. Which of the following strategies might be best to try as you encourage him to work steadily and efficiently?

“A consistent teacher never makes exceptions.” This statement is

Color-coding is an effective strategy to use when managing student work.

Ms. Thorne is working with a small group when Becca, one of the students working independently, has a question about what to do. She knows she should ask up to three other students, and that if none of them knows the answer, she should raise her hand. This practice is

Joanne is sitting quietly at her desk; other students are out of their seats. You decide to address the issue by pointing out Joanne’s good behavior. You say, “Joanne, I appreciate what a good student you are.” Your strategy is

Students who are deaf or hearing impaired may be reluctant to tell the teacher when they have missed something that has been said.

Which of the following is a rule rather than a procedure?