Classroom Management

Post it Task! 1.On your post it notes, jot down a time or a scenario where you have had a difficulty in your classroom. Make not mentions of school or names. 2. Stick your note on our “discussion board wall” 3. A few examples for a starting point

What do we mean by classroom management? 1. Write down on your show me board what the phrase means to you. 2. On the back, write down the role you play in the process of managing your classes

What kind of practitioner am I? Time for reflection………………………………………. What is your natural manner? What do you feel comfortable with? What personal tools can you have available? How can you further develop and gain support

What teachers consider roles rules rewards responsibilities Insistent consistent persistent mutual respect firm fair friendly encouraging understanding assertive listening caring patient and learning

Practical tips Know Names – have a seating plan (Using names is very powerful and shows you have taken the time to learn about the individual) Find out about your learners: Who needs extra support? What with? Use a reward system, lots of praise and encouragement! Be flexible and keep a sense of humour! Establish firm boundaries, involve the class where appropriate. Do not be afraid to seek support! Vary your teaching styles. Different learners have different styles of learning. Seek feedback (pupil voice) so you can implement some of the activities they prefer. This shows you value their input and opinions. When planning, consider the class composition, the time of day or year!

Developing your skills Be reflective – self-evaluate and set next steps Seek out relevant CLPL: behaviour management, restorative practice, growing confidence . There may be TLCs in your school and there will be working groups. Join them! Observe your colleagues and ask to be observed. You may also want to shadow a class or a pupil for a day/half day. Try new techniques gradually and celebrate small victories. This will help you to build confidence. If you have a bad day, give yourself some head space in order to regain your perspective. Keep the bigger picture in mind and plan for progress. Build up a support network within and out with the school.

Effective teaching and learning This is the core “business” of any school. There is now a major focus upon different learning styles and building skills in pupils for life-long learning, further education and work. Important aspects include Active Learning, Co-operative Learning and Assessment is for Learning. Let’s at each one! 1. Active Learning 2. Co-operative Learning 3. Assessment is for Learning http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=you+tube+positive+student+mangagement&FORM=VIRE4#view=detail&mid=9D5EB09CF558B81A85E99D5EB09CF558B81A85E9

Tips for first class effectiveness Be prepared – this will make you feel confident Stay calm and positive. Remember, your voice is an excellent tool. Tone, pitch and manner matter! Gradually build up Target Language Establish yourself with a confident introduction to who you are. Be realistic. You will need time to settle and so will your pupils. This is the start of a relationship. Establish a routine with your classes so they know what to expect. Talk to colleagues about how you are getting on. Take advice. Look after yourself well! Have activities outside of work which allow you to “switch off”. Eat and sleep well. Maintain a healthy life/work balance. There is no such thing as a stupid question. Ask away…! Organise yourself well for lessons and have extra activities up your sleeve. Be ready to change your lesson entirely if you have to! Your teaching is another step in your journey as a life-long learner. Remind yourself that you are making a difference!

Task! In groups you will be given a set of scenario cards. Take it in turns to select a card and talk about how you would deal with each scenario. Discuss with your group. Be ready to feed back at the end

Final Thoughts Remember: A number of factors make up effective classroom Management. The more prepared and strategic you are, the better it will be. Always seek support when you need it. Effective classroom management leads to and comes from good teaching and learning and should not be seen as a separate entity!