Classroom Transitions (6-8 grade) by Patricia Bravo https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu en-us 2020-04-14 08:01:30 UTC 2026-02-24 19:24:55 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f600.png patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/588439575 2020-05-22 07:14:05 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/588439575 Use a countdown timer patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/588449566  E.ggtimer.com, Online-Stopwatch.com, or Timer-Tab.com—when combined with verbal time signals—helps students anticipate and prepare for an approaching transition.



]]> 2020-05-22 07:23:43 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/588449566 patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/588454987 2020-05-22 07:29:03 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/588454987 Class Organisation nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590162018 Classes need to be well organised. Students need to be able to move freely in the classroom without meeting obstructions and each item needs a set place. Clean up transitions, from making sure chairs are under tables to clear desks allow effective classroom management. 

Time can also be wasted if students can't find implements needed for an activity such as scissors or glue. Therefore the class needs to be organised so everything is accessible and clearly labelled. It is imperative that middle school classes are clearly organised so students know where things live. ]]> 2020-05-23 09:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590162018 Task Managers nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590170169 In middle school you can assign task managers, so one student may collect work, another is in charge of glue and scissors. As mentioned earlier,  timers can be used to keep transitions timely, and positive rewards can be given for quick transitions.

You can also have a class leader. He can check after each class. Giving students this responsibility also helps gives them ownership of the classroom environment.]]> 2020-05-23 09:47:24 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590170169 How to Teach Transitions nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590178954 In middle school, it is important for students to understand the process. This video teaches:
- What are transition and why are they important.
- Directly teach the steps involved in transitions.
- Model expected behaviours.
- Show what transitions shouldn't be like.
- Practice with guidance and feedback.]]> 2020-05-23 09:56:23 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590178954 Transition To and From Laptops nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590204454 The modern day class should use technology. However, a lot of time can be wasted opening and closing computers.

Using whole brain teaching techniques you can have signals for when a computer should be out and open or closed and away. 

Having the teacher say, "computer", then having the kids look at the teacher and say, "open or closed?". The teacher then could do a hand signal, which would allow the students to open or close their computers. While the students do this, they say, "open" or "closed" three times while completing the task. Having the students chanting will help keep students on task and avoid off task behaviour.

The below video shows the concept, but the computer routine above is a modified concept:]]> 2020-05-23 10:28:20 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590204454 5 Steps for Transitions nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590205850
  • Secure students’ attention: “Focus on me, please.”
  • Explain the procedure: “In a moment, return to your desks and take out your history textbooks.”
  • Prepare kids for the signal to start: “When I say ‘smooth,’ you’ll quietly proceed.”
  • Initiate the transition: “And... smooth.” Don’t say “go,” warns Linsin, because that word cues students to race.
  • Observe: Watch to make sure all students are complying.

    • ]]>     2020-05-23 10:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590205850     ADHD nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590218205 ADHD is the most common learning disability. These students can find transitions difficult especially if they are engaged in an activity and do not want it to end.

    The following strategies will enable smoother transitions:

    - Give students warning before the activity is going to end. Saying, "you have two minutes to get to a good stopping point." is an effective way.
    - Provide students with a visual representation. Such as a schedule or plan of different activities.
    - Provide a transition routine, such as checking off a list, or putting a lollipop stick in a transitions jar. Then students can visualize their success, or get an extrinsic reward a number of sticks in the jar.]]>     2020-05-23 10:47:01 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590218205     Control Cards nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590232075 Control cards are visuals that you have on the board. They can be used for a variety of things:

    - Book or Computer
    - Volume Control
    - Individual, pair, group, or class work]]>     2020-05-23 11:04:51 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590232075     Bathroom rules patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590412756 It is important to explain the students at the beginning of the course when they can go to the toilet and when they should wait ]]> 2020-05-23 14:33:00 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590412756 patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590416313 Middle school students are mature enough to be able to go to the bathroom without asking for permission. ]]> 2020-05-23 14:36:38 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590416313 Bathroom Rules (Middle School and High School) patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590429389 Rule #1: They had to take a bathroom pass with them.

    Rule #2: They could only be gone a maximum of six minutes.

    Rule #3: They had to sign out legibly and sign back in.

    Rule #4: No signing out during the first or last 5 minutes of class or during lecture.

    Rule #5: No pit stops




    ]]>     2020-05-23 14:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590429389     Bathroom Sign-Out Sheet patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590438516 2020-05-23 14:58:40 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590438516 patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590439221 2020-05-23 14:59:27 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590439221 Transition time with music patricia_bravo1 https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590445928 2020-05-23 15:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590445928 Assign a Class Greeter nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590877014 We have talked about students serving in roles to make smooth transitions. Another roles could be the classroom greeter. The role would entail the student checking the visitor has a school pass while quietly meeting the visitor at the classroom door, welcoming them, and showing them where to sit.

    Student leadership roles can be changed at set intervals. Sharing the responsibility will establish class community and student responsibility within the classroom.

    The article below, which suggested these ideas, has an example chart to set up leadership roles below:

    ]]>     2020-05-24 02:53:13 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590877014     Provide Time nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590879926 Teachers must remember that it does take time to clean up. The teacher needs to allow clean up time. Using timers is highly useful here as well.]]> 2020-05-24 03:01:42 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590879926 Transitions for Students with Specific Learning Disabilities nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590881697 This is a great re-cap video for all we have learnt about Learning Disabilities. It includes transitional suggestions, such as:
    -Teaching ownership in the transition process.
    - Accommodations
    - Self-advocacy and goal setting
    -  Teach soft skills, especially organisation.
    - Teach social skills to get students involved in transitions.]]>     2020-05-24 03:08:34 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590881697     Cohort 7s Learning Disabilities Coggle nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590887334 Here is a link for accommodations to be made during the transitions process:

    Cohort 7s Coggle]]>     2020-05-24 03:28:28 UTC https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590887334     Arrange the Classroom for Physical Disabilities nicholasianskirrow https://padlet.com/patricia_bravo1/y0jelr0h14rvwyhu/wish/590889655 Check with the school registrar and LS teachers to find out if you have children with learning disabilities. Then set up PLCs to collaborate on effective strategies to help these students with transitions.

    If you have students with physical disabilities you must ensure there is space for them to move around and they have access to materials.

    Create individual supply boxes, so they have easy access to all supplies.

    Make sure there is space to move around the work station and think about positioning the station next to the window to make the space feel less confined.

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