Top 12 Proven Classroom Management Tips » Elementary Education Degree Teaching is tough job, no doubt about it. And working with young children can be a little overwhelming at times, especially when class sizes are large. But many seasoned educators have a sixth sense when it comes to classroom management—what works and what doesn’t—and thankfully, many of their strategies are available on the web and in print to help other teachers achieve the same success. So check out our list of proven tips to help you manage your classroom more efficiently and effectively. Tip #1: Establish classroom rules immediately and enforce them consistently. Establish rules on the first day of class, and always follow through on the specified rewards for achievement and consequences for misbehavior. Tip #2: Set logical rules and consequences. Keep the goal of learning in mind and make sure students know why the rules are what they are: “We walk instead of running in the hallway because we want to make sure that everyone is safe.” Not all students learn at the same pace.
20 Classroom Management Strategies Paper airplanes fly across the room. Students race between desks. You can’t get a word in, as they yell over you. It doesn’t have to be this dramatic, like a movie scene you’d watch in a media literacy lesson, but poor classroom management will almost assuredly elevate your stress and burnout rates. Unfortunately, 2006 research indicates that teachers overwhelmingly report lack of professional development support in improving classroom management. Available as a downloadable list to keep at your desk, below are 20 research-backed classroom management strategies and techniques. Use the ones that best appeal to your situation and teaching style. Universal classroom management strategies 1. Make a habit of demonstrating behavior you want to see, as many studies show that modeling effectively teaches students how to act in different situations. A straightforward way to model certain behaviors is holding a mock conversation with an admin, other teacher or student helper in front of the class. 2.
Classroom Management Strategies for High School Teachers Learning high school class management skills can significantly improve your experiences as a teacher. The skills you develop can also help your students to learn effectively. High school teachers must know how to provide their students with direction because those students don’t always focus on their education. Tips for improving your classroom management skills start with fine-tuning your personal management skills and establishing your expectations. To do this, you need to set clear rules and goals for the class and learn how to work with each student individually. Tips to improve class management skills Establishing classroom rules One of the first steps to take to improve classroom management skills is to take a look at the rules. Practice while you teach There’s no better time to put your classroom management skills to use than while you’re teaching. Student attention spans are limited. Tags: Engaging Activities / High School (Grades: 9-12) / Professional Development
Salli-Copur - Coping with the Problems of Mixed Ability Classes The Internet TESL Journal Deniz Şalli-Çopurdenizsalli[at]yahoo.comMiddle East Technical University (Ankara, Turkey) Mixed ability classes are a fact of not only language classes but of all courses. Since no two students can be the same in terms of language background, learning speed, learning ability and motivation, it is a utopian view to think that our classes could be homogeneous in terms of these aspects; no matter where we live in the world or at which school we teach. Therefore, the language teachers should be aware of the problems of mixed ability classes and their solutions to identify the source of troubles in their classes and to cure them. Introduction In the middle of 1930's, some schools in the United Kingdom decided to divide students according to their IQ tests. Some Problems in the Mixed Ability Classes Effective Learning As a teacher, our aim is to reach all of our students. Materials Participation Interests Discipline How to Cope with the Problems 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
27 Ways To Respond When Students Don't Pay Attention 27 Ways To Respond When Students Don’t Pay Attention Our initial reaction when seeing the following infographic from Mia MacMeekin was to think about instructional design rather than classroom management. That is, work backwards from a student-centered, inquiry-based, self-directed, and inherently personalized learning model where students, while plugged in to relevant digital and physical communities and working closely with mentors and peers, solved important and authentic problems through a mix of design, creativity, and macro critical thinking. Then we awoke from our naps, wiped the drool from our lips, and realized that for many teachers, the reality they face each day is very traditional: 1. 2. 3. 4. And in that model, being able to redirect students, get their attention, and refocus them on the lesson is the job of the teacher–and one an expert teacher deftly integrates into the assessment, time management, unit design, and all of the on-the-fly adjustments therein.
7 Tips for Better Classroom Management In my mind, the first and most basic obligation of a teacher is to see the beauty that exists within every student. Every child is infinitely precious. Period. When we start from this vantage point, classroom management -- and its flip side, student engagement -- comes more easily. This video, shot in the first few days of my classroom in 2010, and the seven tips below will show how I try to put these ideas into practice. 1. Love them -- and stand firmly against behavior that doesn't meet your expectations or reflect their inner greatness. Our students know how we feel about them. 2. If a student chose not to meet one of my classroom expectations, they needed to know that I loved them but not their misbehavior. For instance, a minute and a half into the first day, I gave one student a verbal warning for whispering to another student as he was searching for his seat. 3. Call attention to the things your students are doing that meet your expectations. 4. 5. 6. 7.
30 Techniques to Quiet a Noisy Class One day, in front 36 riotous sophomores, I clutched my chest and dropped to my knees like Sergeant Elias at the end of Platoon. Instantly, dead silence and open mouths replaced classroom chaos. Standing up like nothing had happened, I said, “Thanks for your attention––let’s talk about love poems.” I never used that stunt again. Most teachers use silencing methods, such as flicking the lights; ringing a call bell—see Teacher Tipster’s charming video; raising two fingers; saying “Attention, class”; or using Harry Wong’s Give Me 5––a command for students to: Focus their eyes on the speaker, Be quiet, Be still, Empty their hands, and Listen. There’s also the “three fingers” version, which stands for stop, look, and listen. Below you’ll find a collections of lesser known techniques for all grade levels. How to Quiet Early Elementary Students Novelty—such as the sound of a wind chime or rain stick—captures young students’ attention. Late Elementary and Middle Grade Attention Getters
The Best Teaching Practices for Great Classroom Management | Student Guide In teaching at any level, there’s only so much you can prepare for. Student behavior is unpredictable – happenings at home and on the playground coupled with youthful energy can derail the best lesson plans. So here we’ve compiled a list of the websites with the best tips for managing a classroom, with advice on creating a positive learning environment, preventing bad behavior, discipline strategies, and extra resources to help create engaging and exciting lesson plans. Get organized, be prepared for anything, and hear what works and what doesn’t from real teachers at these choice websites and blogs. Whether you’re just starting out or need some extra help to keep the classroom fresh, enjoyable, and respectful, the insight from the education experts, veterans, and newbies here are sure to help enhance your students’ learning experience. General Classroom Management Resources for Teachers Resources Offering Lesson Plan Tips Supplementary Resources and Materials for Lesson Plans
Strategy of the Week: Classroom Management Description The term classroom management refers to the procedures, strategies, and instructional techniques teachers use to manage student behavior and learning activities. Effective classroom management creates an environment that is conducive to teaching and learning. Learn More About Classroom Management Education World has posted numerous articles containing general classroom management tips as well as specific classroom management techniques. Teachers, Start Your Engines: Management Tips from the Pit Crew Who said classroom management has to be boring? Creating a Climate for Learning: Effective Classroom Management Techniques According to Fred Jones's Positive Classroom Discipline, "The most widespread management technique at home and in the classroom is nag, nag, nag." TONS of Tips! The Secret's in the Little Things: Simple Tips for Successful Teachers These twelve quick tips can help make managing your classroom a breeze.
Teacher Tips: Classroom Management Strategies Classroom management is the way in which an educator delivers the classroom curriculum, lessons and the environment they provide for their students. There are many strategies that are used to provide students of all ages with an effective learning experience. Classroom management strategies create consistency in the classroom, keep students on task, and set consequences to correct students’ wrong behaviors. General Classroom Discipline and Management Elementary Discipline Strategies Classroom Discipline Cycle: List of strategies and interventions that are commonly used by educators in the classroom.Stages of Discipline: Learn about the four primary stages of discipline that are appropriate for students functioning at different levels.Prevention Strategies that Work: Guide to promoting positive student behavior and reducing problem behaviors. Discipline Strategies for Older Students Tips to Keep Elementary Students Interested Tips to Keep High School Students Interested Classroom Games
How To Handle Disrespectful Students - Smart Classroom Management One of the biggest classroom management mistakes teachers make is that they take disrespectful behavior personally. To quote Tom Hagen speaking to Sonny Corleone in the classic movie The Godfather, “This is business, not personal.” When you take disrespectful behavior personally, two things are likely to happen: You will desire to get even, to show your students who is boss.You will be inclined to scold, lecture, or react with sarcasm. Both will encourage more disrespectful behavior from your students. When you react angrily or with spite, you cause your students to resent you, resulting in more of the same unwanted behavior. I’ve heard teachers say that they don’t care if they’re disliked, that it isn’t their job to have students like them. This may be true, but it will make you a less effective teacher and make classroom management more difficult. Taking poor student behavior personally sends the message to your students that they can push your buttons and disrupt your day if they choose. 1.
What Makes a Good Presentation? – The Canswedian English Teacher So, you have told your class that they are going to do a presentation on something-or-other. You show them what should be included, how their Powerpoint should look, you even talk about how important it is to have proper grammar… But do we ever really teach them what it means to give a good presentation? I finally clued in to this last year. I made a Powerpoint last year, some activities and introduced it to my classes before they did their first presentation. Go through the Powerpoint with them – stopping at the slides that ask for activities. Warm up by brainstorming with them what makes a good and bad presentation. Here is the handout for the body language and gestures activities. And for those of you have seen enough Powerpoints to last a life time… here are some other options to show your kiddies.
Setting Classroom Expectations Put 20 to 30 children in a room for six hours a day, and things will occasionally get a little rowdy. But if a classroom is consistently out of control, that will have a negative impact on student learning outcomes and the stress level of the teacher. There is a way for teachers to take control up front: by setting clear classroom expectations. According to ASCD, setting clearly defined parameters for classroom behaviors accounts for 25% of the factors that affect classroom discipline. Defining and communicating classroom expectations will help students develop mature social skills, learn more, and will create an overall classroom atmosphere that’s welcoming and safe for everyone. Expectations For Students Setting classroom expectations and developing learning goals collaboratively puts students at the center of the learning process. It’s important that teachers understand and develop two kinds of classroom expectations: behavior expectations and learning expectations. Setting An Example