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Goal
To identify core values and principles for developing well-managed classrooms.
RIPTS 6 – Learning Environment
Teachers create a supportive learning environment that encourages appropriate standards of behavior, positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
Job Interview Question
Explain your classroom management plan to me as though you were explaining it to your students.
What is Classroom Management?
• The methods teachers use to create a positive, cooperative learning environment and prevent disruptive behavior.
• The methods teachers use to engage students in learning and to help students be successful learners.
What are your core values – deeply held beliefs about education, teaching, and
learning?
Some of My Core Values
• Collaborating and building relationships with my colleagues, students, and parents are keys to improving schools and student learning.
• Knowing and engaging my learners is key to effective teaching and building relationships.
• Learning is an active process. • “Scaffolding” and “modeling” increase learners’
opportunity for success. All of my students can learn with differentiated instruction.
• Assessing, reflection, and providing feedback improve student learning.
Principles of a Principles of a Well-Managed
Classroom Management1. Know and engage your learners.
2. Build a classroom community.
3. Establish the structure.
1. Know and engage your learners.
•Understand child development.
•Recognize individuality (multiple intelligences).
•Understand influence of culture.
•Apply strategies to engage your diverse learners.
Engage Your Learners.
•Pacing
•Different modes of learning
•Active participation
•Hands on, project-based learning
•Sense of humor
Read Chapter 1 “Knowing the Children You Teach.”Bickcart, Jablon and Dodge Building the Primary Classroom
2. Build a classroom community.
• Welcome learners and their families.
• Create rules together (pledges).
• Conduct classroom meetings.
• Promote social problem-solving.
• Help children relate positively.
• Create a safe place to learn.Read Chapter 2 “Building a Classroom Community”Bickcart, Jablon and Dodge Building the Primary Classroom
3. Establish the Structure.
• Grouping Students for Learning– Assigning Task and Roles; Rotating Roles– Handling Transitions
• Materials Management – Safety– Maintaining Organisms– Materials Display Table for Easy Access of Materials– Distributing Materials - Assigning “Getters;” Packaging
Materials
Read Chapter 3 “Establish the Structure for the Classroom”Bickcart, Jablon and Dodge Building the Primary Classroom
3. Establish the Structure.Assigning Tasks and Roles
Cues for Social Interaction
Reinforcing Positive Behaviors
Catch Them Being GOOD!
Setting Clear Expectations
The Store ApproachStudents earn/lose a salary for their behaviors.
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Lose Points 10 pts. = fighting 10 pts. = hitting 5 pts. = disrespectful 1 pt. = minor
Win Points 10 pts. = Visitor compliment 10 pts. = Improved behavior 5 pts. = Organized desk 1 pt. = Turns in homework on time
The Store ApproachStudents earn/lose a salary for their behaviors.
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Pts Cash in Points
10 Homework Pass
50 Cool pencil-top eraser
75 Free time with the principal
100 Free time in the computer lab
100 Free time in the gym
100 Tootsie Roll Pops
350 Movie, popcorn, soft drink
400 Pizza party
Handling MisbehaviorsProviding Consequences
5. I need to make better choices.6. I am having a Terrific Day!
3. 2nd reflection - I lose 1/2 of my recess.4. I need to complete a reflection sheet.
2. 3rd reflection--I lose ALL of my recess.1. I will need to meet with the principal.
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Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
School-wide management system used in schools across RI
Other Behavior Management Programs
• CHAMPS• Northeast Foundation for Children's The Responsive Classroom• Canter Assertive Discipline• Glasser Approach
Resources
Bass et. al (2009). Chapter 5- Managing Inquiry Instruction and Learning. Methods for Teaching Inquiry Science. Pearson. pp. 126-131.
Bickart et. al. (2005). Building the Primary Classroom. Heinemann.
Charney, Ruth Sidney. (2002). Teaching Children to Care: Classroom Management for Ethical and Academic Growth, K–8.
Northeast Foundation for Children.Reward Systems That Work: What to Give and When to Give It
Retrieved fromhttp://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr301.shtml
Considering Next Steps
Discuss several classroom management strategies you will try this semester.