1. Keeping your class on track with classroom management techniques
August 23, 2017

2. Classroom management issues
A problem for instructors, esp. new instructors
Instructor’s insecurity in the classroom
Preparation
Plan of action and flexibility

3. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES
Establishing ground rules…WHY?
Hold students accountable
Reduce issues of incivility
Understand expectations of instructor and classmates
Students hold each other accountable
Act as a contract that can be referred to
Create a safe learning environment
Cornell University Center for Teaching Excellence (2012).

4. PROBLEM #1
The Interrupter. This student interrupts everyone without discrimination, no matter what the topic of discussion is.

5. PROBLEM #2
Late Arrivals. This student or group of students arrives late to class every day during the first week of class.

6. PROBLEM #3
Disruptions. Student’s phone is ringing or beeping due to incoming calls or text messages. This is distracting to the instructor and other students.
In a small class, students can help to develop classroom rules.

7. Problem #4
Participation. Student refuses to speak or participate in class activities.

8. Problem #5
Plagiarism. Student copies information from the internet or book without citations.

9. OTHER Tips Credibility Turning in assignments Office Hours
Classroom breaks
Slides and notes
Key for grading
Classroom familiarity
Manage seating
Resources

10. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GSTEP application deadline - September 1 Open House - August 30, 4PM to 6PM, PEB 206 See clear.unt.edu/gstep