Episodes

Nov. 4, 2024

The Relationship Inventory

As we are entering a season of increased student behavior, Charle and Josh introduce an essential and free tool designed to help educators strengthen connections with students and foster a positive classroom environment. This simple 20-step guide serves as a reminder of "best practices" for every stage of class: from greeting students as they enter, to starting lessons on the right note, and maintaining positive interactions throughout. Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, counselor, o...
Oct. 30, 2024

Rethinking Discipline by Building Trust and Connection in the Classroom

Welcome to the debut episode of The Language of Behavior! In this episode, hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper introduce themselves and share the mission behind the podcast: transforming how educators approach student behavior. We dive into the question, "Is the traditional way of student discipline working?" Spoiler alert—it’s time for a new approach. Together, we explore how traditional practices like detentions, In-School Suspension (ISS), and Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) often fall short ...