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Classroom Settings
and ManagementDan Scanlon
Table of Contents
Classroom Settings: 3-8 Classroom Management: 9-14 Voki: 15 Extending Classroom Settings and Management: 16-18
Discipline : 19-23 Bullying: 24 Additional Resources: 25-26 Don’t Forget: 27 Summary: 28-29 Contact Info: 30
Classroom Settings
What are they? Day to day runnings of the classroom Includes things like the arrangement of desks and decorations on walls
Also includes procedural items such as what to do when handing in homework, when missing class, etc
Classroom Settings
Why are they important? Students need a routine to develop comfort in the classroom
A lack of routine causes many problems (not knowing when to hand things in, not knowing where to sit every day, etc)
It is hard to teach effectively when you are always altering classroom settings – consistency is key
Classroom Settings
What are some effective classroom settings? Assigned seats work for younger students, but older students may see it as a sign of respect if they can choose their own seats
Having a folder or box to put completed homework in helps students know where to put assignments
An “absent folder” containing handouts and assignments from previous days allows students who have missed class to easily catch up
Classroom Settings - Posters
Posters can do a number of things to a classroom
Makes the classroom more vibrant
Can be used to establish classroom rules and expectations
Can also have inspirational quotes to motivate students
Classroom Settings
Example Setups
This setting works well for a “traditional” classroom. The teacher’s desk works well in the back because it discourages cheating because students do not know where the teacher is looking.
This works well for class discussion as students face each other and the teacher’s desk is in the middle, serving as a moderator.
Classroom Settings
Example Posters
All of these posters either set up rules/expectations or are encouraging, which is needed in the classroom.
Classroom Management
What is it? How the classroom is run While classrooms settings are physical things, classroom management is more about policies
This includes what to do when students act out, late/absent policy, grading policies
Classroom Management
Why is it important? Helps develop rapport with students Establishes that the teacher should be treated with respect
Creates clear guidelines so students and parents know what to expect ahead of time
Classroom Management
How can a classroom be managed effectively? Write a comprehensive classroom management plan
Implement this plan on day 1 Don’t use absolutes (every time [blank] happens, you will be given a detention, when [blank] occurs, it will always result in a lowered grade)
This is because absolutes are hard to follow because every situation is different – go case by case instead
Classroom Management
A letter home is a good way to start a management plan
It allows parents to understand what their students need to do to succeed
Punishment isn’t addressed – it shows that it is expected that students will respect the plan
Classroom Management
Proximity Proximity is one of the best classroom management methods
When a student is acting out or talking, simply standing near them will make them stop
Classroom Management – In Practice
https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/new-teacher-classroom-management
This video follows a teacher explaining her classroom management strategy and shows it in practice
Voki
http://www.voki.com/pickup.php?scid=9633745&height=267&width=200
Vokis are online avatars that can be used to extend classroom management
Can remind students of homework, due dates, or anything else relating to the classroom
Extending Classroom Settings and Management
Extending Classroom Settings and Management
DigitalNatives1.docx
The above file (pictured on the left) features 12 educational applications
These applications allow students to continue learning outside the classroom
Extending Classroom Settings and Management
Using the services listed in the previous three slides, as well as many more, learning can happen beyond the classroom
These services allow students to track grades, submit assignments, check attendance, contact their teachers and classmates, etc
Involvement is increased when using these services
Discipline
Classroom management plans will not always be followed – which is where discipline comes in
Discipline is more than yelling at a student or giving them a detention
Outside help can be sought when disciplining a student, but only under certain circumstances
Discipline
Do’s Take the student outside of class if immediate issue
If not, wait until after class and talk to student privately
If the issue involves multiple students, talk to them separately to get differing perspectives and then bring them together if needed
Identify cause of problem and try to fix that Give appropriate punishment based on severity of situation (detention, call home, suspension, etc)
Seek outside help (only if necessary)
Discipline
Don’ts Do not use homework as a punishment – homework should reinforce lessons, not punish students
Do not discipline students in front of the entire class – that will embarrass the student
Do not yell – this shows that you cannot control the class
Do not assume to know why a student is acting out – they may have a home life you aren’t aware of
REMEMBER – regardless of how a student may act, they are almost never mad at YOU – they are just taking it out on you because you are the one talking to them
Discipline
When to seek outside help You should be able to handle difficult students on your own, but sometimes outside help is needed
Principal, nurse, guidance counselor, other teacher, parents/guardians
They can offer insight to factors in a students life (like parents and other teachers)
They can also offer support you aren’t trained for (guidance counselor)
Students tend to listen to the principal more because of their high ranking position – but this should be a LAST RESORT
Discipline Philosophy
It is more important to understand a student’s problem than to punish them
Typically, students act out because of something going on in their life, not just because they want to cause trouble
Fixing these problems may also eliminate discipline problems
When students truly do cause a problem, punishment is necessary
Punishment should be given out according to the management plan
Bullying
Bullying most certainly is a disciplinary issue Bullying, under no circumstances, should be tolerated
Something that MUST be addressed in a management plan
More information on bullying can be found on this PowerPoint: Bullying1.pptx
Additional Resources
scavenger hunt.docx The websites listed can help improve classroom settings, management, and discipline policies
They include education websites, like the NEA’s website, news websites, like CNN, and social media websites, like Pinterest
All of the websites have tips and advice from professionals above improving your classroom
Additional Resources
Don’t Forget…
Classroom settings, management, and discipline are all designed to create the best environment for you and the students
Every decision made regarding these subjects should improve the relationship between students and teachers
Summary
Classroom Settings and Management
Classroom settings – daily runnings of classroom
Includes arrangement of seats and posters on the walls
Classroom management – rules for classroom
Need to be established on day one and are best if set up on a case by case scenario
Extending Settings and Management
Online services (Moodle, Quizlet, Canvas, etc)
Allow students to track grades and contact teachers and other students
Allow for interaction outside of the classroom
Summary (cont)
Discipline
Adhere to management plan
Many do’s and don’ts to discipline
Goal shouldn’t be to punish student – it should be to understand cause of problem and fix it
Bullying absolutely cannot be tolerated
Dan [email protected]@scanlon_dandanscanlon.weebly.com
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