Choices, Consequences, and Better Learning
Year 11 PSHE Making Smart Decisions in School
WALT - We Are Learning To:
Understand how attitudes and behaviours affect learning Recognise the link between choices and consequences Identify strategies to avoid detentions Maintain positive engagement during lessons
Quick Think: What Behaviours Cause Detentions?
Shout out examples! Think about what you've seen or experienced No judgment - just honest reflection
Common Detention Triggers
Talking out of turn during lessons Not completing homework or classwork Showing disrespect to staff or peers Persistent lateness Mobile phone misuse Disrupting others' learning
Scenario Challenge
Scenario: Jamie is constantly distracted in Maths Always chatting to friends Missing key explanations Falling behind in work Pair-share: How could Jamie change their attitude to avoid detention and improve learning?
Negative Choices vs. Positive Choices
{"left":"Talking during explanations\nListening actively and taking notes\nIgnoring homework deadlines\nPlanning and completing work on time","right":"Arguing with teachers\nAsking respectful questions for help\nUsing phone inappropriately\nStaying focused on learning"}
Remember This:
"Your attitude determines your altitude in learning. Every choice you make either builds up or breaks down your education."
Quick Reflection & Goal Setting
Write down 2 behaviour goals to avoid detention: 1. One thing you'll START doing 2. One thing you'll STOP doing Keep it simple and specific! Take your reflection slip home as a reminder