 Quality of Instruction: The Learning Environment EDU 600 Module 3

The Learning Environment  physical and human qualities that combine to create a healthy learning space  use and organization of the space in the classroom  daily schedule and routines  social and emotional atmosphere

Student-Centered Learning Environment  safe  effective  challenging  organized  equitable  flexible  inclusive  collaborative  theoretical framework

Physical Space: Preschool

Physical Space: Elementary

Physical Space: Secondary

Physical Space  Warm environment  Appropriate temperature, lighting, and noise level.  Personal touch with plants, art, rugs, or posters  Access for the students to necessary materials, tools, or resources

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Classroom Management  Organized classroom  Well-planned management system  Clear expectations for student behavior and be consistent  Model clear, acceptable oral and writing communication skills  Rules and procedures for the transitions and all the activities

Schedule and Routines Facilitate teaching and learning Teach and model the routines Review with students the expectations for routine tasks Involve students in the creation of the routines Be consisten t and persistent

Socio-Emotional Atmosphere Build Positive Relationships  Get to know your students  Make students feel welcome in the classroom  Use positive comments and complement students  Maintain a climate of openness, inquiry, fairness and support

Diversity  Finding relevant connections between diverse students and the subject matter  Adapting the learning environment to accommodate the needs of diverse students  Establishing a classroom atmosphere that respects diversity

 Quality of Instruction: The Learning Environment EDU 600 Module 3