CIED 5022 Classroom Management Concepts Dr. Freddie Bowles University of Arkansas
Harry and Rosemary Wong say “Teaching Procedures Is Teaching Expectations” Teachers.net/gazette/JUN02/wong.htm.
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Choosing Rules & Procedures Goal: To help you identify a good system of rules and procedures Why? To ensure an effectively managed classroom by creating an orderly environment with minimal disruptions or wasted time Connection: Domain 2
How? Establish a clear set of expected behaviors for… Entering the room Taking a seat Bringing materials Completing assignments Leaving the room Talking during discussion Responding to questions Working in groups.
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Definitions Rules: identifies general expectations or standards that may prohibit some behavior or define a general standards Procedures (routines): communicate expectations for behavior—usually apply to a specific activity to accomplish something Code of Conduct: school rules and procedures; applies to all students; includes administrative procedures
Planning your rules (policies / guidelines) Positively worded Limited scope (3-5 rules) Clearly stated Discuss in class Post in room Keep parents informed Get students involved
Consequences Plan ahead of time Get administrative approval Keep Code of Conduct in mind Four types: 1. General—needed everyday 2. Teacher-led / seat work 3. Group work 4. Miscellaneous
1. General Attendance Absentees Tardies Bell ringers Leaving the room Materials & equipment For students For teachers Closure
Instruction Student attention Student participation Seatwork Talking Getting help Leaving your seat Work completion
Group Work Teach behavior Assign roles Use reflection Manage materials & supplies Group assignments Goals & participation
Miscellaneous Signals To get attention To signal behavior To indicate procedures Interruptions Special equipment Drills Split lunches