https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof 5 Classroom Management Strategies en-us 2017-09-24 23:29:42 UTC 2026-03-09 03:22:36 UTC hello@padlet.com 0 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190636423 Classroom management is an effective discipline plan that the teacher implements to motivate students. It provides a safe, comfortable learning environment for all learners. An effective classroom management plan will allow the teacher to go through a lesson smoothly despite any disruptive behavior and/or distractions (Finley, 2016).]]> 2017-09-24 23:33:38 UTC https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190636423 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190636582 As an educator, it is important to personally get to know our students aside from the academic environment. Teachers should build a good rapport with students to show students that they are cared for and respected. In return, the student will care and respect the teacher. The best way to ensure a comfortable learning environment, is by getting to know the learner (Finley, 2016). 

I always enjoy getting a new set of students every year because I get to build individualized relationships with each of them. One thing that I do is go to the extracurricular events, such as a football game or track meet. This shows my students that I am there to support them inside the classroom and outside the classroom. In addition, this also gives me something to discuss with the student when building our teacher-student relationship.]]> 2017-09-24 23:36:03 UTC https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190636582 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190637291 It is important to establish the consequences in the beginning of the school year. Normally, students will stop misbehavior when they know the consequences for that particular action. Consequences should be fair and consistent among all students. In addition, consequences should also be short, simple, and easy to implement. If a teacher does not follow through with the implementation of the consequences then the students will not take the teacher seriously, which will effect classroom management. Inconsistency is the fastest way to lose control of a classroom (Barbetta, Norona, & Bicard, 2005).

During the beginning of the school year, I always go over the consequences to misbehavior is distractions. I also make a poster and post it throughout my room, so students are constantly aware of them. Students also have to sign a Behavior Form to any of the offenses, so they are aware of the issue and show responsibility for their behavior and learning as well. I have five consequences in my classroom
1st offense- Verbal Warning
2nd Offense- Student/Teacher Conference
3rd Offense- Phone call home
4th Offense- Student/Teacher/Parent Conference
5th Offense- Referral to 6th grade Assistant Principal]]> 2017-09-24 23:46:01 UTC https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190637291 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190638890 Classroom rules should be the first lesson taught to students. It is important to keep the list of rules short, concise, and easy to remember for the students. When the teacher is creating the rules, it is important to ask if this rule will benefit the learning of all students. These rules should be reviewed every day until the students are familiarized with them. It is also crucial that the teacher takes time to go through the importance of each rule (Barbetta, Norona, & Bicard, 2005).

The first week of school is strictly dedicated to my syllabus, rules, and consequences. I find that it is important to take the time in the beginning of the school year to instill these classroom norms into the students. It is vital that the students have a procedure for everything in the class, so they know exactly what is expected from them. The classroom rules I am currently using in my classroom are:
1. Come into class prepared.
2. Be responsible for your learning.
3. Respect your classmate and your teacher.
4. Listen and follow directions.
5. Always work hard.]]> 2017-09-25 00:03:35 UTC https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190638890 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190641715 The most disruptions normally occur when a student is not actively engaged. This normally occurs before the bell rings and in between activities. Students should be familiarized with a specific routine for them to do as soon as they walk into the classroom and in between activities. Routines are one of the most important components in successfully managing a classroom. They keep students focused on learning and reduce misbehavior. In addition to the routines, it is equally important that they teacher plans out transitions. Students should have a task to do the entire time they are in the classroom to minimize classroom disruptions. Transitions are often seen as "down-time" to students and can find it easy to misbehave (Barbetta, Norona, & Bicard, 2005). 

When entering my classroom, students are aware to get their interactive journal and work on the "Bell Work" of the day. Students receive a weekly page with questions they are responsible to answering daily. These questions can vary and are normally ways to remind student on previous information, check for understanding on current lesson, or to see any prior knowledge of a specific topic. I give the student 3-5 minutes to work on the questions, then I review the answers with my students. I expect the students to turn in the "Bell Work" sheet on Fridays for a weekly grade. Taking the assignment as a grade also makes sure that the student takes the assignment seriously and does not believe it is "busy work." ]]> 2017-09-25 00:35:43 UTC https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190641715 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190642836 As an educator, it is important that we are constantly building our students up and not tearing them down. A good way to do this in the classroom is by using positivity to get better results out of the students. Normally this can happen by giving them a small incentive to work harder, such as acknowledging their hard work. This allows the teacher to focus on the students that are on task instead of the students who are off-task. The teacher can also use this as a way to redirect the off-task students, so they are aware that they are being monitored and what is expected out of them  (Finley, 2016). 

I think having a positive learning environment is one of the most important dynamics in having a successful classroom. Throughout my lesson, I focus on the students that are following the rules and listen to instructions. As an incentive, I use stickers. I give each student a sticker sheet, once they are reach a desired number they are able to trade them in for something tangible. I normally walk around and pass out stickers to the students that are focused and on task or I pass out stickers for participation in class. The students that are off task normally notice and quickly get on task. This method also allows me to actively walk around the classroom so students are aware that they are being monitored. ]]> 2017-09-25 00:48:25 UTC https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190642836 dani_almaraz515 https://padlet.com/dani_almaraz515/qybblvfq4rof/wish/190643960 Barbetta, P. M., Norona, K. L., & Bicard, D. F. (2005). Classroom Behavior Management: A Dozen Common Mistakes and What to Do Instead. Preventing School Failure: Alternative Education for Children and Youth, 49(3), 11-19. doi:10.3200/psfl.49.3.11-19

Beaty-O'Ferrall, M., Green, A., & Hanna, F. (n.d.). Classroom Management Strategies for Difficult Students. Retrieved September 22, 2017, from https://www.amle.org/BrowsebyTopic/WhatsNew/WNDet/TabId/270/ArtMID/888/ArticleID/129/Classroom-Management-Strategies-for-Difficult-Students.aspx

Finley, T. (2016, April 05). 19 Big and Small Classroom Management Strategies. Retrieved September 24, 2017, from https://www.edutopia.org/blog/big-and-small-classroom-management-strategies-todd-finley


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