A Well-Managed Classroom

Priest Elementary

Friday, December 21, 2007

A Well-Managed Classroom

Classroom management refers to all things that a teacher does to organize students, space, time and materials so that instruction in content and student learning can take place.

The Characteristics of a Well-Managed Classroom Students are deeply involved with their work,

especially with academic, teacher-led instruction.

Students know what is expected of them and are generally successful.

There is relatively little wasted time, confusion, or disruption.

The climate of the classroom is work-oriented, but relaxed and pleasant.

Organization

Readiness is the primary determinant of teacher effectiveness.

The work is ready. The room is ready. The teacher is ready. Room107A uses this

chart to organize her progress monitoring schedule.

Processes

Assigning jobs

One Way Traffic flow

Collecting homework

Processes

Rules

The function of a rule is to prevent or encourage behavior by clearly stating student expectations.

Classroom rules Expectations Consequences Rewards

Workshop rules Posted Visible Student-friendly