While we have fewer classroom management issues than in many
districts, the beginning of the year is always a great time to reacquaint
ourselves with helpful hints to make our classrooms operate smoothly. An Edutopia blog post, “The 5 Priorities of
Classroom Management,” by Ben Johnson, had some
great suggestions. You can either read the blog post yourself or read the summary below.
From “The 5 Priorities of Classroom Management,” by Ben
Johnson
·
Develop
effective working relationships with students: A good relationship with a
student allows you to push your students harder and further to learn because your
students trust you.
·
Train
your students on how learning takes place in your classroom: Clearly map
out the why you are asking your
students to try a strategy, such as Cornell Notes, and why you believe they will learn more productively.
·
Protect
and leverage your time: Spend time planning how you will minimize time lost
during transitions, such as taking attendance, returning papers, getting
supplies, announcements, etc.
·
Anticipate
your students’ behaviors in well-written lesson plans: The best discipline management plan is a good
lesson plan. Channel your students’ behaviors and attention into productive learning
paths by building your lesson backwards—what is my learning target, what is my
assessment, how will I get students there?
·
Establish
behavioral standards: Focus on respect, communication, and coming prepared
to learn, and include specificsin your directions. Example: “You have 15 minutes, and you will be
working with your partner on designing a structure out of newspaper that will
reach the ceiling. You may use inside voices to quietly discuss your plans with
your partner. If you have questions, please put the red cup on your desk, and I
will come and help you as soon as possible. Meanwhile, keep working on other
parts of the project until I get there.”
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