2. Introduction
Intelligent Behavior is defined as someone who
has the capacity to acquire and apply
knowledge as an effective behavior. The
following characteristics support how
classrooms can use intelligent behavior that
encourages student to progress positively.
3. Finding Humor
Having the ability to find humor while learning allows
the student to encourages the student to relax
and be open to the lesson's objectives. Humor is
natural and free. When you are able to have a
hearty laugh so that they are able to recharge
and accomplish more.
4. Creating, Imagining,
and Innovating
This characteristic encourages the student to find
new ideas where they can come up with
solutions on their own. Creativity is an opinion
because everyone will not believe that ideas are
original. So having creativity, imagination and
innovative ideas is something that anyone can
master if they try.
5. Listening with understanding
and empathy
When using this characteristic it is described as one
of the highest forms of intelligent behavior;having
the ability to listen to others and trying to
understand where they are coming from assist the
student in gaining respect for you.
6. Managing Impulsivity
This characteristic is the most difficult to manage
when caught in time it proves to be very
effective. When students are able to manage
their impulsive behavior they will exhibit selfcontrol. When students have self control they
are productive in and out of class.
7. Taking Responsible Risks
This characteristic is when students are able to go
outside of their comfort zone and try new activities.
When students observe their teachers doing the same
they are not as afraid to take risk themselves.
Teachers should expect for students that be responsible
and respectful. Reminding them that not all risks are
worth trying.
8. References
Secondary School Teaching: A Guide to Methods and Resources
By: Richard D.Kellough & Noreen G.Kellough
http://www.ascd.org/publications/books/108008/chapters/Describing-the-Habits-of-Mind.aspx
