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Classroom management and Organization

Basic Concepts about Classroom Management & Organization

Although much attention is given to curricular and instructional aspects of

students educational programs, organizational and management dimensions
are typically underemphasized in training programs, educational research,
and professional conferences, despite that these are important as
prerequisites to instruction (Evertson & Weinstein, 2006).

Explanation: Classroom management and organization is not given much attention

despite that these are important in delivering instruction and its a way in having an
effective teaching learning process.

This area is consistently identified as most problematic by first-year teachers

(Jones, 2006).

Explanation: As a beginner, youre still adjusting on the environment and on what

teaching strategies is appropriate for the grade level youre handling. It became
problematic because the classroom management and organization are
underemphasized and were not well oriented for what could be the impact to these
in the classroom.

The smooth functioning of the general education classroom often represents

a challenge for teachers as classrooms become more diverse.

Explanation: As time goes by, the learners are being more diverse so it became
more challenging for the teachers.

Jones and Jones 2007 describe the profile of a typical first grade class as
being composed a vast array of students with specific needs that might
include any combination or all of the following:

1 A range of disabilities

2 English language learners

3 In-school and Out-of-school counseling

4 Abusive situations

5 and other unsafe home lives, homelessness, frequent relocation

Explanation: These are the description of Jones of the students that composed the
diverse classroom. And because they have different features and needs in their
lives, they also require special attention in school.

Evertson and colleagues (2006) accurately articulate the relationship

between the diversity found in todays schools and the need for well-run
classrooms.

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Explanation: Having a diverse classroom it is a must also to have a flexible

classroom management and organization that could cater the needs of each and
every learner.

REMINDER FOR 21ST CENTURY TEACHERS:

Students entering the nations schools come with such widely diverse
backgrounds, capabilities, interests, and skills that meeting their needs and finding
appropriate learning activities requires a great deal of care and skills Because one
of the first and most basic tasks for the teacher is to develop a smoothly running
classroom community where students are highly involved in worthwhile activities
that support learning, establishing and effective management system is a first
priority.

Definition of Classroom Management & Organization

Classroom management a systematic designing of the classroom

environment to create conditions in which effective teaching and learning can
occur.
Classroom management - actions and strategies teachers use to solve
the problem of order in classrooms (Doyle, 1986, p. 397).

Explanation: Classroom management is where we are digging the prior knowledge

of the students and presenting the lesson that they should learn. In here we are
setting rules and criterion that are also inclined in the students capabilities.

In some ways, classroom management is like salt in a recipe; when it is

present it is not noticed, but when it is missing, diners will ask for it.

BUT

Noting Kohns (1996) objections to the use of the term management,

because of its origins from business and overtones of directing and
controlling, but still use the term.

Because our conceptualization of management and organization is not

incompatible with Kohns overall desire to empower students.

BECAUSE

The key feature of well-managed classrooms is student choice,

empowerment, and growth as a person.
It is important to note, that we have to develop and to capture the various
elements of classroom management, that classroom management is
much more than behavior management or disciplinary action.

Examples of disciplinary problems accrdg to Levine:

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1. Interferes with the teaching act;

2. Interferes with the rights of others to learn;

3. Is psychological or physically unsafe;

4. or destroys property

Examples:

Juan is being noisy in the class and tends to pull Winonas hair.
Kimvey actively participates during class discussion. He answers
the question even if the teacher is not finish stating it.

According to Hoy and Weinstein, (2006):

Caution that these contrasting views of classroom management may
lead to downward spiral of mistrust As a result, effort must be given to
better understand what this concept means in the real world of classroom
and to find ways to implement efficient, yet unobtrusive, systems in
classrooms.
Some likely contrasting views of Classroom Management:

Teachers Likely Perceptions Students Likely Perceptions

Teachers should always be respected by
students
Classroom should be orderly
Rules should always be followed
Students should expect and receive
negative consequences when
appropriate
Students should work for positive
reinforcement
Rules should be established by the
teacher
Teachers always care for their students
Students should want to learn for the
sake of learning
Students should be respected by
teachers and teachers have to earn
respect
Classroom should allow students to
interact with their peers
Rules should be well known and the
teacher should enforce them
consistently
Negative consequences should always
be meted out fairly and consistently
Positive reinforcement should be things
that student wants
Rules should make sense to students
and students should help establish them
Teachers should show that they care for
each student
Teachers should motivate students to
learn

Teachers and students may not agree on what good classroom management
is

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Classroom Organization

focuses on the physical environment. Effective teachers organize a

safe classroom environment (Educational Review Office, 1998).

Explanation: The physical environment of the classroom is one of the most

important aspect that a teacher must give importance. Is the classroom well-
ventilated? Is the classroom in good lighting and good temperature? And if the
classroom is safe for the students to mobilize.

Classroom Management and Organization are INTERTWINED

Explanation: While rules and routines influence student behavior, classroom

organization affects the physical elements of the classroom, making it a more
productive environment for its users. How the classroom environment is organized
influences the behavior in it.

Tips on Teacher Education Student: Special Education

providers should ensure that the principles of inclusion and special education
are explicitly and systematically embedded across curriculum method
studies.
providers should ensure that each teacher education student undertakes
professional experience that includes attention to programming for students
with special education needs.
providers should ensure that graduate teachers are provided with conceptual
frameworks that emphasize evidence-based practices to support students
with special education needs.
should include content specific to promoting and supporting student
wellbeing and mental health.

For example universal design for learning and multi-tiered approaches such as
positive behavioural intervention and supports (PBIS) or response to intervention
(RTI).

The Ideal Teacher:

Enjoys students.
Uses different teaching techniques.
Has a great sense of humor.
Acts like an adult and not a child (or high school student).
Keeps promises.
Is organized.
Knows the subject matter.

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Uses a pleasant voice.

Is enthusiastic about the subject.
Is willing to listen to both sides of an issue.
Has a reputation for giving challenging work.
Isnt a pushover. Keeps misbehaving students in line.
Keeps everyone busy.
Does not have favorites.
Is polite to everyone all of the time.
Is friendly and fair.
Admits when he or she is wrong.

Explanation: I think it is very important for

us teachers to inspire, not just impart
information but we need to inspire them to
be better.

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