Self-Regulation
Welcome to our Self-Regulation page, where we focus on providing information and resources to help educators and parents understand and promote self-regulation skills in children. In this section, we will define self-regulation, offer examples of self-regulation, and explore ways teachers can model and encourage these skills in the classroom.
Self-Regulation
Self-regulation is the ability to manage one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to achieve goals and meet social expectations. It involves processes such as impulse control, emotional regulation, and attentional control. Children who have strong self-regulation skills are better able to focus, control their emotions, and make good decisions (Ackerman, 2018).
Examples of Self-Regulation
Examples of self-regulation include:
- Take deep breaths to calm down when feeling upset
- Use positive self-talk to stay motivated
- Set goals and create a plan to achieve them
- Ability to delay gratification
- Control impulses
- Adapt to changing situations.
Encouraging Self-Regulation in the Classroom
Teachers can model self-regulation by demonstrating:
- How to stay calm in stressful situations
- Show empathy towards others
- Using strategies to manage emotions
- Talk about feelings and classroom rules
- Provide a structured and predictable routine and schedule
- Provide opportunities for practice, giving positive reinforcement for self-regulated behavior, and teaching self-regulation strategies (Ackerman, 2018).
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