Restorative Practice

Introduction When implementing Restorative Practice in schools one of the informal practices used is “Affective Statements”. Therefore, “Affective Statements” are a personal way of expressing one’s feelings when responding to the negative or positive behaviours displayed by others. Using these statements are an effective way of letting someone know how their behaviour is “affecting” or impacting self or others. Further, it helps us to specify the particular behaviour and encourage or discourage that behaviour (Costello, 2013).
Five (5) Affective Statements based on Restorative Practice in School.
1. I feel frustrated when you disrupt the class by texting on your phone during the lecture.
2. I am disappointed that you cheated on the exam