Course Syllabus
Course Information
Education 4361. 501, Classroom Management 8-12
Professor Contact Information
Dr. Rosemarie Allen, Hyperlink: rallen@utdallas.edu or rosemarieallen@sbcglobal.net
Course Pre-requisites, Co-requisites, and/or Other Restrictions
No pre-requisites required
Course Description
This course presents an overview of the domains and competencies included in the TExES examination for educator certification, as well as a study of classroom management theories, programs and practices.
Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes
The student will implement the TExES domains and competencies. The student will differentiate among classroom management techniques in various scenarios and real life situations. The student will evaluate major constructs of classroom management skills.
Required Textbooks and Materials
Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas, Janice L Nath and Myrna Cohen
Suggested Course Materials
Discipline in the Secondary Classroom:A Positive Approach to Behavior Management 10Randy Sprick
Assignments & Academic Calendar Week 1
Orientation and Course Requirements
(8/20/09)
Introductions and Expectations Discussion of Teacher Competencies
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapters 1 and 2 Week 2
Human Growth and Development
(8/24/09
) Celebrating Diversity and Individual Differences
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapters 3 and 4 CHAMPS – Introduction to Proactive and Positive Classroom Management NO CLASS MEETING Sept.1 & 3, 2009. OBSERVATION ASSIGNMENT WEEK 3
Designing and Assessing Effective Instruction
(9/7/09)
Factors That Impact Learning
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapters 5 and 6 CHAMPS – Vision: Know Where You Are Heading
WEEK 4 Outside of Class Observation Assignment Due/Code of Conduct (9/14/09) (Paper due 9/15/09) Week 5
Creating a Caring Classroom Climate
(9/21/09)
Managing Student Behavior
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapters 7 and 8 CHAMPS – Organization, Routines, and Procedures
Week 6
Effective Communication
(9/28/09)
Managing and Engaging Students in the Learning Process
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapters 9, 10, and 11 CHAMPS – Expectations
Week 7
Using Technology Effectively
(10/5/09)
Monitoring Student Performance Communicating Effectively With Families
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapters 12 and 13 CHAMPS – The First Month Week 8
Professional Roles and Responsibilities
(10/12/09)
Requirements, Expectations, and Constraints Associated with Teaching in Texas ( IDEA; Section 504; Legal and Compliance Areas )
Learner Centered Schools for Texas: A Vision for Texas Educators
Readings: Becoming a Middle School or High School Teacher in Texas; Chapter 14 Week 9
Review for Mid Term Exam
(10/19/09)
MID TERM EXAM October 22, 2009 Week 10
Classroom Management: Establishing Rules and Routines (10/26/09) Class Rules and Procedures, Rewards, Consequences, and Legalities
Positive Reinforcement and Motivation, Behavior Management Principle
CHAMPS – Correction Procedures, Parts 1 and 2 Week 11 Classroom Management Presentation (11/2/09) Week 12 Classroom Management Presentation (11/9/09)
Week 13
Classroom Management Presentation (11/16/09) Week 14 Principles of Learning (11/23/09) Week 15 Principles of learning (11/30/09) Week 16 Final Exam December 10, 2009 12/7/08 Grading Policy Assignments:
Three-to five-page paper on a contemporary research-based classroom management program or an individual who has made a significant contribution to the field of behavior or classroom management. Bibliography required. Due 12/10/09 20 - 25 Minute Presentation - Classroom Management Program -Week 11, 12, 13 Classroom Observation Assignment - Due 9/15/09
Grading:
In-Class Discussion/Participation 10% Research Paper – Classroom Management Program 20% or Theorist (3-5 pages) Mid-Term and Final Exam 50%
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