https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk From the Linsin readings over the course of the semester, list 3 short points that you can take into your future early childhood or elementary classroom. en-us 2019-01-02 15:26:34 UTC 2020-08-09 19:16:48 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Lightdecrease.png https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353940458 Throughout my reading of Linsin (2013), I have learned many different things that I can take into my future classroom. First, I have learned that it is important to always smile on the first day of school and throughout the year, despite what some people might say. This is because it sets the proper tone for the year by subtly pointing out that friendliness is expected in the classroom (Linsin, 2013). Smiling also helps to give a great first impression to your students by making you more likeable and therefore, also easier to build rapport with. Another important idea that I have learned from Linsin (2013) is to not let misbehavior or not doing procedures correctly go any day, but especially on the first day. This is because it gives the students an idea of what they can get away with. If they think that you will not follow through with what you have asked of them, then they will never do what you expect of them because they cannot trust your word, which leads to an extremely frustrating year. Lastly, I have learned to always have a clean and organized classroom. Doing so makes the students want to do better and shows respect to the students’ learning, but is also very inviting to students. It also makes students feel a sense of pride within their classroom and makes it easier for students to focus on their work (Linsin, 2013).]]> 2019-04-24 23:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353940458 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353944655 Throughout this course I have genuinely, really enjoyed the Linsin reading. I have learned many different important parts I want to take into my classroom. The most important point I took from the Linsin reading is how important it is to set expectations. Students need to know what is exactly expected of them, they do not always know. The next point I took form the Linsin reading might be even more important that setting expectations. As a teacher it is so important that you follow through on what you say. If a student acts out they have to receive a consequence otherwise they will keep repeating this behavior. The first one is how important first day of school is. On the first day of school it is so important to smile for students. This helps students understand that the class is a safe space. ]]> 2019-04-24 23:42:10 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353944655 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353947701 I have found the Linsin readings to be valuable, and the 3 points I will bring with me to my future classroom deal with classroom management. I plan to implement the idea of speaking with a calm, composed voice at all times so that the students are forced to listen closely to be engaged. I will also be sure not to repeat instructions over and over, for this shows the class they do not have to listen the first time, since they know i will just repeat it for them. Lastly, I will do my best to not try to be "friends" with the students while also not having a dictator-like persona in class. I plan to be friendly while also keeping my room/class in order. ]]> 2019-04-25 00:03:42 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353947701 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353957399 The Linsin (2013) readings have been extremely helpful to me this semester. The 3 main points that I would like to take from him and take to my classroom are using a sense of humor, always smiling, and refreshing your plan if it flops. I think these will all be important to my classroom because they will keep my classroom less robotic and more about being myself. I want everyone in my classroom to be able to be free to be themselves and not to be stressed. I think if everyone is happy and able to use there sense of humor that will help. Finally, refreshing my classroom management plan will help show my children that it is okay to make mistakes in the classroom because teachers do it too. ]]> 2019-04-25 01:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353957399 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353959045 In the Linsin (2013) reading, I found that a lot of his strategies and tips have been very useful and can be implemented in any classroom. The first point that I took away from his reading is to always be consistent with classroom management. This is so important because if we as teachers cannot be consistent with that, then we shouldn’t expect our students to cooperate with our guidelines. The second point is to make the classroom a safe haven for your students. This is also important because we must maintain a peaceful learning environment for all students so that they are able to succeed. If our classroom isn’t clean or organized, then that may result in misbehavior from our students. Lastly, the third point is that speaking softly is a very effective classroom management strategy. Much like when Dr. Potter says, “smile if you can hear my voice.” This is effective because this will allow students to be calmer and lean in and actually listen to our directions. ]]> 2019-04-25 01:11:29 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353959045 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353965049 One point made in the Linsin reading that can be taken into my future elementary classroom is how to teach routines. For this, Linsin recommends that you first model what to do, then model how not to. He also recommends having a student model the routine, have a group model it, and have the entire class practice it. A second point is how to capture students’ attention. To do this, Linsin recommends that teachers tap into students’ desire for adventure, humor, challenge, or fascination by integrating these elements into their lessons. A third point is about how to “press the restart button” for classroom management. To do this, Linsin recommends beginning first thing in the morning, rearranging seating, cleaning up clutter, reintroducing your classroom management plan, modeling it, and practicing it.]]> 2019-04-25 01:49:32 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/353965049 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354215549 I have very much enjoyed reading the material that Linsin has written. One point that I have taken from the reading to use in my future elementary classroom is to never yell at my students. This includes not raising my voice either. Another point I plan to implement in my future classroom is to set clear expectations from the very beginning of the school year. This relates to the routines that I will create for every activity within the classroom. I want to make sure my students know exactly what is expected of them from when they are turning in an assignment to lining up for lunch. The third point I will take with me into the future is keeping my classroom clean and organized in order to best promote learning to take place. I don't want to distract my students with my classroom, so I want to keep the place bright and inviting.]]> 2019-04-25 17:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354215549 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354274658 After spending a semester reading Linsin, there are three short points I can take into my future elementary classroom. The first is to stay consistent. Consistency allows students to know what to expect and makes classroom management easier. The second point is to dress the way you want to be treated. This is important especially on the first day of school. The way you dress translates into the way you want to be treated. The last short point I will take into my future elementary classroom is creating a community within the classroom. Classroom culture impacts everyone and it is important to me to have a fun, safe, and caring classroom culture.  ]]> 2019-04-25 20:32:03 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354274658 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354826309 I have really enjoyed reading the Linsin readings as I find the points that he makes to be very insightful and applicable to my teaching in the future. There are a lot of takeaways fro this book that I will take into my future classroom. the first one being remember to constantly model the rules and expectations of the class. It is important for the teacher to show the students exactly what to do because students will not know what to do or expected of them if they are not show what or how do to it. As a teacher, I will make sure to model for my students any rules or expectations that I ask them to do so that they are able to physically see what to do and practice how to do it. Then, eventually those rules and expectations will become second nature to them and it will be much easier to manage your classroom. Another point that stuck with me from the readings is to remember to laugh with your class. Teachers are encouraged to laugh with their students because it creates togetherness and creates a fun, inviting learning environment. I want my future students to feel like they can make mistakes and laugh about them in the classroom because no one is perfect, even teachers make mistakes and it is okay to laugh about them. It helps build togetherness between the teacher and students, and that is what I want to with my students. The last point from Linsin that I will use is consistency within my classroom management. If I as a teacher am consistent, then it will allow my students to become consistent in their behavior. The consistency helps students practice the same things over and over, and it shows that you are going to expect the same thing every time, which will help the students as you are not constantly changing expectations up all the time. These are just a few points that I took away from the Linsin readings to use in my future classroom, but there are many more that I find useful and effective to have in a classroom. ]]> 2019-04-28 22:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354826309 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354863379 Over the course of the semester, we have read Michael Linsin's, "The Classroom Management Secret." Of all of the great points I think Linsin makes throughout his book, three struck me most, which I want to be sure and integrate into my future elementary classroom. First, it is important to be thorough no matter that age of students. This releases the pressure, creates a respectful environment, and provides a strong teacher to student relationship. Next, make sure and bring laugher into the classroom, and throughout your daily personality.  It is important to build a kind and respectful, yet enjoyable environment in your classroom. Lastly,  set clear expectations from the very first day of school and continue to implement them throughout the school year. It is important to start the year off on a good note.

]]> 2019-04-29 02:25:49 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/354863379 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355239117 Reading Linsin's book has been something I have really enjoyed. I have never looked forward to class readings ever than I have with Linsin. My major takeaway is to always be consistent. Be consistent in procedures, expectations, and schedules. This is how students stay calm and minimize problems. My second takeaway is to always follow through with your word. If you do not, students will not take you seriously and they will not know when you mean it. Finally, teachers need to constantly play the role as a teacher. This includes dress code, body language, and presentation of the classroom and work that is made public. This will make parents, students, teachers, and administrators take you seriously. ]]> 2019-04-29 23:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355239117 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355257989 I have really enjoyed reading Linsin's. It provides many strategies to teachers. The first one strategy which I learned from the book is that teacher should not raise their voice. Teachers should lower their voice and speak softy so that students will pay more attentions to listen to the teachers. The second one is that teachers should trust their classroom management plan. If teachers do not trust, students also will not follow it. The plan can help teacher to evaluate students' behaviors. The last one is bring laughter into classroom. I think laughter can bring more positive attitude to students, and it also help teachers to build strong relationship with their studentes.]]> 2019-04-30 01:18:04 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355257989 wisegirlreads https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355283917 The Linsen 2013 reading offers numerous points that can be used in my future classroom. One of which is speaking in a soft voice to students. This promotes their attention because they have to listen carefully to your words, and creates a peaceful classroom environment. Another point is decreasing the amount of time students spend bored in the classroom. Teachers can achieve this by talking less, designing lessons to challenge and engage students, and creating student centered lessons. The last is pausing when giving directions to students instead of using filler words like "um" or "err". This break in speech allows time for students to digest what was just said and for the teacher to think about what they will say next.]]> 2019-04-30 03:26:27 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355283917 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355285031 I have enjoyed reading Linsin’s book. I have learned so much from this book that I can take away and use in my future classroom. What I have learned can help both my future students and I succeed as well as help create a good learning environment. Something I found very important is setting rules and expectations. With this, it is important to enforce these rules and expectations on the first day of school and throughout the year. The second point is about setting routines. Often time’s children enjoy routines. These routines will include how to ask a question, turn papers in and walk in the hallway. The third point was about how important the first day of school is. I will want to have a smile on my face and welcome all of my students.]]> 2019-04-30 03:32:11 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355285031 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355288144 The Linsin readings have been incredibly useful in providing information that can be used in my future early childhood classroom. First, I love the suggestion for building rapport with students visiting with them before school wherever they gather. Second, I will avoid pressing students who misbehave to tell me why they were doing so in order to avoid resentment, confusion, stress, and take away accountability. Third, I want to capture my students' attention in my lessons by using adventure, humor, challenge, and fascination, four natural desires of their hearts.]]> 2019-04-30 03:52:22 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355288144 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355588252 I have learned a lot about classroom management from the Linsin (2013) readings over the course of the semester. I am going to take all of the points suggested throughout book into my future elementary classroom. All the topics discussed definitely serve in helping keep a solid classroom management structure. Three points that stuck with me the most: put a smile on your face, set clear expectations the first day of school, and keep a clean/organized classroom. I will most definitely use these three points because I found them the most beneficial in having a positive classroom environment. Smiling is contagious, and it also makes your students feel comfortable, welcomed, and cared for. Setting clear expectations the first day of school will keep your students accountable for the rest of the year and present your authority; when expectations are not followed they will know a consequence will be followed. I always say "a clean and organized space allows for a clean and organized self". I find it true – when your space is organized people can perform better.]]> 2019-04-30 18:52:26 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355588252 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355666798 This book was a of the many resources that I would use actually after this class is over. It has such great tips and ideas that could be brought to my future classroom. If I had to pick three I would start with routine as first one. Routine is important because it builds consistency into to classroom, easier for students to learn. This book gives us ways how to build this strategy, starting with model for the students, letting students model, practice and keep practicing until it is a routine and teacher will not have to remind them again. The second thing would be having a smile it makes the surrounding’s more welcoming and gives off good vibes. Happy environment keeps students in a good spot and ready for the day rather than having an environment where there is no fun or teacher based. Last but not the least would be drawing a line, letting them have fun but not to cross over anything or their will be consequence. This would give them room to learn, explore, make mistakes, and grown on their own learning. ]]> 2019-05-01 00:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355666798 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355669037 I have learned many great points for the Linsin reading. One major point that I want to bring into my future elementary classroom is being myself. I want to be open and available to my students. Another point is being humorous. I want to make my students laugh. My students should enjoy their time in my classroom. Lastly I will inform my students of consequences the best way. This can be done by telling the student why and moving on from the situation. The Linsin readings have taught me a lot of points that I will be incorporating into my classroom.

]]> 2019-05-01 00:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355669037 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355674281 Linsin's reading talks about classroom management and I also learn more from this book that let me know how to do in my future classroom. The 1st point is has a plan of the first week, and let students know what is my plan when we meet first time, not only can let students know my boundaries, but also can express my deep commitment. The 2nd point is always be clear with the classroom management, and when meet misbehavior students, it is easy to let them know what is rules and know how to change in a right way. The 3rd point is when meet misbehavior students, do not ask them to explain why, that is make them feel stressful and feel hard to say something out. ]]> 2019-05-01 01:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355674281 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355676025 I think that Linsin's readings this semester have taught me a lot of useful skills in my future classroom. I believe that the classroom dynamic is built with classroom management skills. Linsen talked about setting clear expectations and following through with them. We can set classroom rules or expectations for our students, but it is up to the teacher to follow through. Another point that I was able to take away from Linsen's readings was not raising your voice as a teacher. There are other strategies to use when running into a situation where you may need to raise your voice. Lastly, I plan on always greeting my students with a smile. Genuine behavior like that, will allow for your students to respect you.]]> 2019-05-01 01:43:02 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355676025 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355856207 Reading Linsin over the course of the semester, I have learned a lot of classroom management tips that I can use in my future classroom. Those three tips include setting clear and concise expectations on the first day of school, establishing a routine for my students, and keeping a smile on my face. These 3 tips I agree with for many reasons. So that my students understand what I expect out of them and how they should behave in my classroom, it is essential that I establish these expectations on the first day of school. Not only establish on the first day of school but continue through with them and be consistent. I expect my classroom to have a routine and to not be chaotic. Students thrive in an environment of consistency, so providing an effective routine for my class will be beneficial. The last tip that I love is always keeping a smile on my face. If my students see that I am positive, friendly, and happy, then that will make them more comfortable in my classroom. If I expect my students to be positive, I have to model this and give out positivity as well. ]]> 2019-05-01 16:06:28 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355856207 samantha03a https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355882719 The Linsin readings have given me so many great tips for managing a classroom, it is hard to only pick 3. The first point I would make from Linsin is to always be consistent. I need to follow through with what I say and be consistent in how I manage my classroom. The second point is to take time when responding to misbehavior. It is okay to take a step back and take a few deeps breaths before you respond. This allows you time to think through in stead of acting out irrationally. Lastly, you shouldn't reward students for good behavior. I want my students to want to do the right thing because it is simply the right thing to do, not because they will get rewarded for it. This is a great life lesson in general. People should be good for the right reasons. There are so many other points that Linsin made that I cannot wait to take into my classroom. ]]> 2019-05-01 17:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355882719 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355891011 The Linsin readings have been incredibly beneficial. There have been a lot of information in the book that I have taken away and that I will use in my future classroom. One thing that has stuck with me is to stay consistent with classroom management and discipline. Another thing that I want to implement into my future classroom would be to be explicit with classroom management from the very first day of school. And thirdly, I want to be sure to give constant and consistent positive reinforcement in my future classroom. ]]> 2019-05-01 17:18:05 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355891011 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355891525 I have really enjoyed reading Linsin's book this semester. I know I will definitely keep it for future reference and as a resource for myself and other teachers. The first point that I will take into my classroom is to dress professionally. In order for my students to take me seriously, a major aspect is to present myself in a professional and serious way. A second point I will take into my classroom is to set clear expectations as a part of my classroom management. If I expect my students to behave a certain way, I have to set the expectations early and clearly. The third point that I will take into my classroom is to be consistent. Not only will I need to be consistent with the students, I need to be consistent with myself. It is so important that I keep things consistent so that my students know exactly what to do in my classroom.]]> 2019-05-01 17:19:00 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355891525 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355956348 The Linsin reading has taught me a lot and because of it I feel I am a lot more prepared for my future classroom. The first thing that really stuck with me is being very explicit with classroom expectations and only having a couple clear expectations for your classroom.  The next thing is having a routine. If your students know what to expect in the classroom each day they will work efficiently and more effectively. The last thing that is super simple from the reading but I really like is to have a smile on your face. It is a small thing but it can make a world of difference and can improve how you feel as well as how your students feel as well.

]]> 2019-05-01 19:34:48 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355956348 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355960464 Linsin's book is one of the few books in my college career that I highly enjoy reading! I see a lot of the points in the readings carrying over into my future classroom, as well as my current classroom. First and foremost, I think the consistency point is the one I will always cherish. Being consistent with classroom management is the best way to enforce it. As well as setting those expectations to be clear. The final point that I plan on taking into my classroom is not asking students why the misbehaved since it confuses and frustrates them even more. ]]> 2019-05-01 19:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355960464 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355962507 The Linsin reading has given me great tools to take into my future classroom. The main one is to stay consistent with your students. It helps with behavior issues and helps manage the classroom. The second one is to set clear expectations with your students and stick to them. The last one is to dress professionally. If I were to come to class in sweats and a sweatshirt the students would most likely treat me different then if I came in dress clothes.]]> 2019-05-01 19:55:18 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355962507 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355964020 Then Linsin reading gave me countless things that can be taken into my future classroom. Classroom management is something that often goes unnoticed until it is a problem, so this reading helped me prepare for my teaching rather than fix problems as they come up. One point that I found very important was the idea of embracing the learning environment. Students are always learning and teachers should be there to foster that learning. Another point is to start the year with solid and appropriate boundaries. Students need boundaries and a teacher can provide stability and comfort with those. Finally I think that being welcoming and kind goes further than any lesson the students will learn. ]]> 2019-05-01 20:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/355964020 https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/356054826 I am so glad that "The Classroom Management Secret" was one of the required readings for this course. I have learned so much from this book that I will utilize as a teacher. One point that I can take into my elementary classroom is to be passionate. I believe that having a positive attitude as a teacher creates such an impact on the way my students will act. I want to be passionate and positive. Consistency is something I will use in my classroom because consistency is key to classroom management. Lastly , I want to give positive reinforcement to my students. I want them to have trust in me and I never want to "scold" my students.]]> 2019-05-02 03:35:46 UTC https://padlet.com/drpottersdsu/ha8ecyyp3rhk/wish/356054826