Norms are powerful forces in school (and society).
However, their power is modulated by how much the norms of adjacent groups are in alignment.
However, their power is modulated by how much the norms of adjacent groups are in alignment.
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When the norms of these groups are aligned, they amplify each other.
When the norms of these groups are misaligned, they attenuate each other.
they will feel considerably more compelled to go along with the tide.
...then the very idea that a norm exists will begin to dissipate.
Everything becomes up for grabs.
It can lead to differing expectations and weaker overall norms across a school (not to mention frustration from teachers and pupils because 'Mr Jones allows me to do it').
1 Committing to row together, even when it impinges on our own style, because it's the best thing for the students in our care.
3 Capturing and codifying these norms in a form that can be shared with new staff and the wider community.