INTRO TO CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

What is classroom management?

• 1. Guidelines for teaching the curriculum

• 1. How well you enforce rules, react to negative behaviors, and reinforce positive behaviors

• 1. Plans for emergency situations, such as a fire

• 1. Methods for reinforcing and developing student behavior and responsibilities in the classroom

Which of the following statements about classroom management is TRUE?

• 1. It is the same as behavior management.

• 1. You can get along fine without a classroom management plan.

• 1. There is a 'one size fits all' template that everyone must use.

• 1. Your systems and procedures should always be age-appropriate.

All of the following shape your classroom management plan, EXCEPT _____.

• 1. another teacher's preferences

• 1. the implementation of rules and responsibilities

• 1. the physical and mental abilities of your students

• 1. your personal philosophy

Andy and Kim are teachers. When it comes to establishing rules, Andy pre-writes the rules and explains them to his students, while Kim allows her students to develop a list of rules through discussion. Which is the preferable way to implement a rule system, and why?

• 1. A combination of the two approaches is preferable, since it combines clarity with student engagement.

• 1. There is no one preferable way. It depends on the individual teacher's personal philosophy of classroom management.

• 1. Kim's is the preferable way, since it gives students a sense of engagement and responsibility.

• 1. Andy's is the preferable way, since it offers the most clarity to students.

What is the importance of classroom management?

• 1. It helps in maintaining discipline in the classroom

• 1. It ensures effective teaching and learning

• 1. It helps in creating a positive learning environment

• 1. It improves student engagement and participation

When establishing a CLASSROOM MANAGMENT, teachers must ensure the following EXCEPT

• Ensure the plan is CLEAR & ORGANIZED

• Ensure the plan is PURPOSEFUL

• Ensure the plan IS UNIFORM

• Ensure the plan is EFFECTIVE

The most EFFECTIVE classroom management plans do all of the following EXCEPT

• Builds Student Rapport and create a positive atmosphere

• Creates a climate of fear in order to maintain student compliance

• Ensures consistency of practices and maintains standards of practice

• Spurs engagement amongst students and the content

When arranging the classroom, it is important for teachers to remember to

• Use a room arrangement that is consistent with your instructional goals.

• Establish a singular and consistent arrangements so students do not get confused.

• Minimize traffic flow to ensure students stay seated and ready to learn

• Create hiding spots for the teacher to closely monitor student behavior without being seen.

With regards to ACCESS, it is important for teachers to:

• Create of list of students who are most likely to destroy given materials.

• Have students "Rent" materials and resources from teachers to help pay for upkeep and inventory.

• Make sure all students can see the instructional area and use basic materials.

• Penalize students who do not come to class prepared.

With regards to high-traffic areas,   Emmer & Evertson suggest:

• Areas be kept free of congestion

• Areas are used to maximize student social interaction

• Areas be consolidated into multi-use spaces

• Areas provide the best vantage points for administrators to evaluate performance.