This article discussed antecedent strategies designed to prevent challenging classroom behavior. Teachers can
identify, plan for, and implement preventative techniques to encourage positive student behavior and minimize
disruptive behaviors in the classroom. We described simple and effective techniques that teachers should implement
in an effort to create positive learning environments. Teachers should take an active role in seating arrangements
and make sure that students experience an appropriate rate of success. Classroom rules communicate
in advance the expectations for classroom behavior and increase the likelihood for students to be successful.
Balancing praise with corrective feedback and understanding the impact of cultural and linguistic differences to
establish and maintain appropriate teacher-student interactions are essential skill sets for all teachers. Utilizing
effective antecedent strategies to create positive learning environments are key aspects of a comprehensive
classroom management program.