Cristyn Wilson CEP 883 Summer 2015

Overview In this presentation, I will outline my plan for classroom management using best practices derived from “Comprehensive classroom management, Creating communities of support and solving problems” by Jones and Jones, and “CHAMPs: A proactive and positive approach to classroom management” by Sprick, et al.

Rationale The purpose in creating this project is 1. To showcase my learning throughout this course 2. To create a viable plan for classroom management to be used in the future.

Organization Each of the components listed will entail three sections: Definition/purpose, which explain the strategy and why it is important to incorporate in classroom management Teacher Techniques, which outlines techniques that I plan to use in order to enforce each strategy Proactive Measures, which details how the strategy will be implemented as a proactive measure to deter behavior problems.

Components The four aspects of classroom management I will focus on are: Classroom Climate Routines and procedures Classroom Arrangement Peer Relationships

Classroom Climate Classroom climate is the overall mood that is felt throughout the classroom on a daily basis. There are several factors that can diminish the mood in the classroom. A positive classroom climate is important for student achievement

Teacher Techniques Teacher Language I statements Praise/encouragement Problem solving vs. punishment Non-contingent attention Student Language Class discussions/meetings Peer to peer problem solving Accountable Talk vs. arguing

Proactive Measures Positive language will be introduced within the first week of the school year. I will use anchor charts as visual aids to allow students to have examples of positive language and words they can use in place of being rude and/or demeaning.

Routines and Procedures Routines and procedures are essential to the functioning of a classroom. They help students be self-sufficient learners Lack thereof typically results in chaos.

Teacher Techniques Social contract Students will help to create a social contract that details what we expect our class to look, feel and sound like Student jobs Students will hold classroom jobs on a weekly schedule to share responsibilities between students and the teacher Behavior plan We will create a plan that is to be followed when students or teachers break expectations

Proactive Measures A discussion of routines/procedures will be held on the first day of school and revisited frequently. There will be a routine/procedure for everything that is done in the classroom from entering the class to dismissal. Routines will be posted around the classroom as visual reminder

Classroom Arrangement The organization of a classroom is detrimental to the overall environment Clutter and disorganization can have negative effects on student behavior Organization helps routines and procedures run much more smoothly

Teacher Techniques Seating Arrangements Students will be seated in tables of 4 students or less (See image on next slide) Shared Learning Each table will consist of students from varying learning abilities CHAMPs Each activity/transition will be governed by the CHAMPs outline

Proactive Measures Seats will be changed semi-frequently to allow student interactions with other peers and to keep the off topic conversations to a minimum Students will hold classroom jobs related to the cleanliness and organization of the classroom CHAMPs will be posted for each activity.

Peer Relationships Peer relationships are important for student survival throughout the school year Students want to feel connected to and accepted by their peers Without strong student relationships, there is a possibility for constant disruptions in the classroom.

Teacher Techniques Assisted Learning To help struggling students by pairing them with a student they feel comfortable working with Cooperative Learning To help foster academic relationships and interdependence among students Base Groups To help practice positive social interactions among students

Proactive Measures Utilizing the behavior plan consistently will be important in making sure positive peer relationships are maintained. Teaching students how to problem solve when issues arise Enforcing the positive language expectation

Conclusion I believe classroom management is the most important aspect of teaching. Without great classroom management, nothing can be accomplished. Teachers must intentionally create the classroom that they desire in order for optimal learning to occur. A safe inviting classroom, routines and procedures, peer relationships and classroom arrangement are the technique I plan to incorporate in order to make the most ideal learning environment for my students.

References Jones, V. F., & Jones, L. S. (2013). Comprehensive classroom management, Creating communities of support and solving problems (10th edition). Boston: Allyn & Bacon ( Sprick, R., Garrison, M., & Howard, L. (2009). CHAMPs: A proactive and positive approach to classroom management. Eugene, OR: Pacific Northwest Publishing Images.google.com