 It is the teacher who makes the difference in the classroom  Effective teachers manage their classrooms, ineffective teachers discipline their classrooms  A well-managed classroom is a task- oriented and predictable environment

 Students are deeply involved in their work.  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

 Effective teachers are ready › Effective teachers have the room ready › Effective teachers have the work ready › Effective teachers have themselves ready A.K.A. preparation Preparation PREPARATION

 Arranging the room  Seating Charts  Grade Book  Entering the room  Greeting the students  Your first set of directions  Getting the students to work right away  Making expectations known

 Introduction (Why is classroom management important? What is it?)  2 nd paragraph: Explains the importance of effective classroom management techniques  3 rd Paragraph: Identifies examples of developmentally-appropriate classroom management techniques (Note that an individual student may need a separate or unique plan)  4 th paragraph: Describes how to consistently and successfully maintain an environment where classroom behavior is appropriate  Conclusion: (How will you apply this in your own classroom? Summarize what was said)