Classroom Management

1. Shouting Won't Grow Dendrites

1.1. !!Very much like the WBT video required for our Field Experience!!

1.2. positively-framed rules posted within the room

1.3. 3 - 5 rules maximum

1.4. Consistency is key! build a routine through consistency

1.5. Celebrate successes! after every practiced routine, praise the good work they've done

2. The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide

2.1. "The students know what to do." Building routines to the point of automation.

2.2. Set clear expectations: let students know consequences (positive AND negative)

2.3. Keeping students busy lowers the time they have to misbehave

2.4. MODEL GOOD BEHAVIOR: modeling is used in our lessons; why not use it in our management?

2.5. Reward good behavior and dole out consequences for bad behavior CONSISTENTLY for EVERY student

3. The Classroom Management Book

3.1. Consistency Builds Trust: listening to students, maintaining positive "CAN" attitude

3.2. Procedures vs. Discipline: proactive vs. reactive

3.3. ROUTINE: procedures form the plan

3.4. Positive/Emotional Support: making students feel safe, confident, and comfortable in your classroom is imperative

3.5. Instruction: teaching children content, effectively leading a lesson towards student comprehension

3.6. Organization: have a plan FOR your plan expect the unexpected

4. Classroom Management for Successful Instruction

4.1. Consistent Consequences: outline & follow through on consequences the same way for each student

4.2. Giving Directions: (K.I.S.S.) be brief, be clear, be present

4.3. Controlling Emotions: set a precedent for solving problems calmly

4.4. Dignifying Students: showing them their importance as people

4.5. Respecting Students: valuing their work

4.6. Praise & Encouragement: keep students motivated by highlighting when they've done well