Four Dimensions for Teachers

#182 - What those teachers do differently

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you are wanting to change your practice, but you are unsure of where to start, don’t you wish you knew what other teachers do that reduce their...

#181 - 4D and Berry Street Education Model

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am in no way an expert in the Berry Street Education Model, but I do see how schools that use 4D with high fidelity align the two and I am happy to ...

#180 - 4D and Restorative Practices

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am in no way an expert in Restorative Practices, but I do see how schools that use 4D with high fidelity align the two and I am very happy to share ...

#179 - Simon Sinek’s Golden circle applied to 4D

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we know the why, the what and the how can be much clearer. This episode looks at teaching, the 4D framework and 4D observations and helps you und...

#178 - That student. That behaviour.

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If we want to change a behaviour then the interaction needs to occur around the expected behaviour with the student you are trying to change. To learn...

#177 - Reinforcement as an interaction

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reinforcement in one of the four dimensions on the 4D framework. It is a genuine interaction with another who is meeting the expectations of that envi...

#176 - What you interact with you get more of

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The skill of cueing with parallel acknowledgement, in its original form, just does not have the same impact it had in 1996 or even 2016. This does not...

#175 - Mob Buy-In

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you do any work over a period it is essential to revisit the terminology and the concepts that underpin that work. The more removed the applicati...

#174 - Evolution is continual

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last 30 years of my career, I have had the privilege of being exposed to and using many coaching paradigms. The 4D framework is the evolution...

#173 - Dimension Four Purpose and delivery

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we talk about Follow Through, there are three considerations: The certainty, the celerity and the severity.  Each plays a role in your decision ...

#172 - Dimension Three Purpose and delivery

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Redirection is the third of the Four Dimensions. It is an extremely valid tool in a teacher’s armoury to create the supportive environment that they...

#171 - Dimension Two: Purpose and delivery

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dimension Two is the dimension of Reinforce. These are the interactions that will change the classroom environment the quickest. While we believe tha...

#170 - Dimension One: Purpose and delivery

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dimension One is the dimension of Expect. Let’s start the Term with a review of the purpose of Dimension One and how it can have an impact on your c...

#169 - Stepping in with a Green Footprint first

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The concept of stepping in with a Green Footprint first, is not about being positive. It is about initiating an interaction for maximum output. How we...

#168 - Starting your Term strong

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A quick reset on the 4D framework, the need for genuine interactions and how to start the Term with clear expectations and maximising on opportunities...

#167 - Setting up for your break

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A short sprint as we head towards the end of term to reflect on the term that has been, connect with colleagues and let them know you saw them doing ...

#166 - End of term tips and tricks

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the end of term gets closer there are a few things that we can do to reduce disruptive behaviours in classrooms and some others to support you in...

#165 - 3 ways to address a poor learning environment

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are three nice simple responses to use when you scan your environment and find it is not a product one for teaching and learning. The choice ...

#164 - Environment as your outcome

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 4D framework is about balancing how you use the Four Dimensions to create the environment that you want to be in: for work, to live, to love or t...

#163 - Bounce back

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Students are just being human, and they will choose at times not follow the instructions given. If and when you use redirections, the next choice...

#162 - Rule of Two

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Setting your own boundaries for active interactions, the rule of two is one of Caroline's guiding Principles to know when to interact and how to ...

#161 - Creating a 4D culture in your school

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode looks at the three things that are imperative to creating a culture with an external partner- in this case that partner being 4D. A cle...

#160 - The things good teaching shows us

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A quick reflection on the things we see in classrooms where teaching practice aligns with being 4D Fit. What are those things we see to measure ...

#159 - Good choice

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The way we see anything determines how we may respond or react to it. Two weeks ago a wonderful teacher at Moranbah State School used the words in a ...

#158 - Opportunities as a concept

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The concept of opportunity with Four Dimensions presents ways of working in which to do the work itself. Teacher skills can be applied in many ways ...

#157 - Perception of students and skills

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As society changes, we too change. The students who sit in our classrooms, the skills and the programs we use in both learning and behaviour managem...

#156 - Angry and useless

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Being aware of how we see ourselves and those around us can build our teacher agency. Taking accountability for who we are can be reflected through h...

#155 - The COM-B model explained with a difference

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are many models to describe how we behave. In the level I accreditation course Caroline refers to the COM-B model by Michie, van Stralen and W...

#154 - Use the environment to enhance your teaching

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From seating plans, to messy rooms to how we track our own movement around the classroom: there are so many opportunities to enhance the teaching an...

#153 - Atlas of the heart: A book review

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A very short review of only two aspects of this amazing book by Brene Brown. How comparison is the thief of joy and the impact it has on anger and di...

#152 - QBQ: A book review

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode. Caroline shares her thoughts from another of her favourite books. QBQ by John G Miller looks at how we shift from blame to accountabi...

#151 - Vertical Growth: A book review

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Caroline presents another of her favourite books, Vertical Growth. It is a fabulous read from Michael Bunting with Carl Lemieux, t...

#150 - Atomic Habits: A book review

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we cover a book review of one of Caroline's favourite books- Atomic Habits by James Clear. How to create a new habit, the four laws of ...

#149 - Mob Buy-in

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a concept developed by Caroline during her research to represent how to maximise time and impact in learning management to reduce the need f...

#148 - Introducing Term 3 2024

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This term is an exciting one for us at 4D. New resources, new projects, a focus on discourse that challenges, inspires, lifts and dives deeply to keep...

#147 - Connecting with research P18

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this last episode for Term 2, Caroline brings the literature review together to look at how teacher attrition was a starting point that connect...

#146 - Connecting with research P17

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Defining disruption is a lot harder than it may seem. A thorough review of the literature across numerous countries, all leading to a question in th...

#145 - Connecting with research P16

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How the 4D framework supports the implementation of restorative practices within your classroom. This episode also looks at the pros and cons of usi...

#144 - Connecting with research P15

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Linking the 4D framework with Functional Behaviour Analysis (FBA). How the 4D framework adds to the use of FBA in creating time and space for all s...

#143 - Connecting with research P14

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores the link between the 4D framework with positive psychology. It then shares how Caroline used this adn other links across the a...

#142 - Connecting with research P13

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline's research was greatly influenced by the work of Csikzentmihaly. A brilliant man whose research provides a foundation to the impact of...

#141 - Connecting with research P12

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Simplicity of the framework does not minimise the complexity of the environment in which it is applied. This episode looks at how the simplicity of ...

#140 - Connecting with research P11

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode looks at how the 4D framework connects to decisions-making to increase the flow of curriculum.  Looking briefly at the concepts that u...

#139 - Connecting with research P10

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode looks at how my research has contributed to knowledge and the impact of this study on moving theory to practice. The impact a single deci...

#138 - Connecting with research P9

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Linking Phase I and Phase II of my research. The step towards positive psychology and proactive teaching practices to provide professional learning fo...

#137 - Connecting with research P8

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The foundation of Caroline's research is decision-making. This episode looks at how rational and non rational models demanded a new approach to ...

#136 - Connecting with research P7

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

She stole it. Looking at the integrity behind a PhD and the need for us to stand together and straighten each other's crowns.  No one needs go...

#135 - Connecting with research P6

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The theories that underpin Caroline's research are based on two main theories on decision making, rational and non rational models. Decision makin...

#134 - Connecting with research P5

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Caroline starts to look at Chapter five from her thesis and the theory that underpins her work. Cognitive load and affect and how t...

#133 - Connecting to research P4

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Relationships matter and how we find our values.  In this episode we are having a dinner party to help you find your underlying values in interactin...

#132 - Connecting to research P3

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How your beliefs inform decision making and impact the classroom environment. The difference between teachers who reported negative affect to those ...

#131 - Connecting to research P2

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The competition that exists between curriculum and behaviour conversations in our classrooms that take up space and cause frustration in your teachin...

#130 - Connecting to research P1

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A term based around the research that underpins the work of 4D. Why cognitive load and affect and how did I determine the links between subjective and...

#129 - Conflict and bouncing back using redirections

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we redirect a student we are making  a choice to interact around inappropriate behaviour. Conflict can be caused through not knowing our bounda...

#128 - Redirect made public

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the 4D framework there are four teacher skills/ actions that can be used to redirect student behaviours that publicly acknowledge the inappropr...

#127 - Redirect to maintain the flow of learning

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the 4D framework there are four teacher skills/ actions that can be used to redirect student behaviours that acknowledge the inappropriate behav...

#126 - Redirect without acknowledging inappropriate behaviours

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the 4D framework there are three teacher skills/ actions that can be used to redirect student behaviours without acknowledging the inappropriat...

#125 - Creating time and space to redirect

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Creating time and space to redirect is as vital as choosing the best way to redirect students to maintain the flow of learning for the class. To le...

#124 - Redirect as a concept in the 4D framework

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The beauty of research is that the data informs you in the process. Instruct, Scan, and Interact is the simple 3-step process used in classrooms for...

#123 - Redirections for learning

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we use Dimension Three we have numerous opportunities to power up, bounce back and to ensure we return to a learning conversation as soon as we...

#122 - Managing the impact of change

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Change can be a moment where we embrace the messy middle, look for the curiosity between the specs and reflect on what has been and could be. THis...

#121 - Three things that guide Caroline's practice

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline shares her three things that guide her practice. What are your three things that guide you to be the teacher, the person, the educator you w...

#120 - Wellbeing can be the barefoot bowls

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wellbeing has become a much talked about topic. This mini series within the pod will look at how we understand and impact our own wellbeing as well a...

#119 - Just because I say it, doesn't mean you will do it

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Expectations are the foundation of creating the environment you want to live, work and play in. Saying it is one thing, but how do you get others t...

#118 - Perceiving versus receiving

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What we intend in an interaction is not always how the interaction is received. Finding ways to think about the receiver and what we can do to enhanc...

#117 - Week 3 is hard

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we start a new year the jet lag feel is real. A few tips to get you through those Week 3 blues. To learn more about Caroline and her 4 Dimensions...

#116 - 4D doesn't work

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 4D framework is about interactions. To say it does not work means that you believe your interactions do not impact the behaviour of those aroun...

#115 - Would you pass your own test

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Teachers all have clear classroom expectations or classroom rules?  Do you pass your own test? Do you stand up to your own set of expectations in yo...

#114 - The greatest disruptor to the learning space

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The adult in the room is the single greatest disruptor to the teaching and learning space. Our actions, responses and the way in which we move draw...

#113 - My reputation precedes me

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The two most overrated statements made by teachers to describe why they have less disruption are that my reputation precedes me and they are just a...

#112 - Students knowing that I know

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kounin wrote an article about with-it-ness in the 1970s. A few decades later, it is important to move from a teacher knowing what is happening in th...

#111 - Teachers are not broken

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Teachers are not broken. We are part of a phenomenal profession and from over 30 000 observations I have the data to show how they show up, step up an...

#110 - A self care check in

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you try to run a marathon with little preparation, it ends in injury. A reflection on my current need for self care and a moment for you to tap...

#109 - What an 80 to 20 balance means to culture

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When I talk about a Green ro maber balance, an 80 to 20 balance, it is about each minute, each lesson, each day, each week. It is applied to the coll...

#108 - Self care through knowing your strength

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Self care is not about lasting the term, it is about sustainable actions to support you. If you can recognise and harness your areas of strength in ...

#106 - Homework as a beast or a burden

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There is much opinion in all schools around the benefits of homework and the nuisance of it. This episode looks at the considerations in planning a...

#107 - The need to build cooperation into classrooms

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Classrooms that build cooperation skills into all facets of their teaching and learning create an environment where students build skills for life a...

#105 - Morning versus afternoon in the classroom

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Classrooms can be a different environment based on the time of day. Timetabling and teachers alike plan around these times of the day to maximise te...

#104 - Scanning is your springboard

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scanning is the space between our moments to make decisions. Those decisions lead to the environment we want to be working in. This episode looks a...

#103 - Self care for Term 4

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Three easy things to reflect on for your own self care. What you do, and what you can do, to ensure you have a better chance at making it through t...

#102 - Amber interactions should not be avoided

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Balancing Green and Amber interactions is about choice. Amber interactions are a part of your classroom management, they are not to be avoided when ne...

#101 - Consistency

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is not about what others do, but about what you do. To learn more about Caroline and her 4 Dimensions Framework, head to her website: https://carol...

#100 - Goals are not the end game

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Goals are not the end game, they are a moment of measure, a point in time that we celebrate, reflect and choose our next actions. Happy 100th episode!...

#99 - Jet Lag is real

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Those feelings of exhaustion and fatigue in your first few weeks back at school, they are telling you something you need to listen to. To learn more a...

#98 - How to create authentic spaces for interactions

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Authentic interactions are the basis for relationships and the creation of spaces where learning comes first. To learn more about Caroline a...

#97 - Curriculum first language

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The way we talk about our teaching, our classroom, our school, community and the profession in which we work, represents the work we do. To ...

#96 - Starting the year strong

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Review of the 4D framework, ERR, Mob Buy-In and how Soft Summer Rain will set your class up for meaningful interactions in 2023. To learn more ab...

#95 - Meaningless versus meaningful interactions

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Interactions with students are the basis for a feedback loop that will extend both the expected behaviour and curriculum conversations that you a...

#94 - Intentional interactions for flow of learning

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Intentional interactions change the way we see the influence we have on the environment in which we are operating. Motivation, ability and prompts are...

#93 - ERR 3-step process for 4D

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When teachers use this simple 3-step process it is easy to find a response rather than a reaction to maintain the flow of learning in a...

#92 - Flow of learning

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Flow of learning is about how we create an environment in which learning is our core business and how the teacher interrupts this ...

#91 - Groups in the learning process

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How you utilise groups in the learning process links to the purpose of learning and the need for interactions. To learn more about Caroline and her 4 ...

#90 - Teacher aides and their inclusion in the classroom

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A few things will benefit the learning environment when more than one adult is in the teaching space: purpose, organisation, ...

#89 - Curriculum focus

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our interactions are based in curriculum or behaviour conversation. A curriculum focus will develop a culture of learning and build a s...

#88 - Our language matters

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The words we use and the way we use impact the environment in which we teach. Safe and supportive learning environments are based on interactions that...

#87 - Reduce public redirections Part I

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How we step into conversations to redirect student behaviour will influence the teaching and learning environment in which we work...

#86 - The importance of interactions

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learning is something that happens with a learner, not to them. Your interaction impacts the environment in which teaching and lea...

#85 - Curriculum quick draw

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Small activities we can use to fill the spaces when we are taken away from the curriculum to keep learning as the priority. When students are not give...

#84 - Collective efficacy and 4D

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we choose a culture of learning and intentionally build the collective efficacy of our school, then the 4D framework provides a cl...

#83 - Selective attending

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A less intrusive teacher action that is a precursor to curriculum interactions, it should not be seen or used as the first step towards a pu...