Creating A Positive And Productive Classroom Environment

A. The teacher classroom manages the classroom in an extremely positive manner, and is strong on positive reinforcements. When she speaks to her students, her voice is soft and calm which allows her students to remain calm to correct their behavior. Students are aware of the classroom expectations and the proper behavior when they are working with other students. When the class is transitoning between activities she is clear with what they are expected to do, and how it should look like. When the whole class is not able to complete the task she does ask them to correct the behavior and allows them a second opportunity to successfully transition. Positive classroom management shows that students behave in a positive way and are less likely to

I find an effective tool for managing behaviour is to set firm ground rules at the beginning of the course. These include clear boundaries, and expectations. If this can be done in consultation with the students it can be extremely effective, as it gives them the responsibility of managing each other’s behavior. It is useful to note however, that set sanctions must also be clearly defined and followed as a consequence for breaking the rules for this technique to be effective. The use of reward is a good method of encouraging positive behavior, the use of praise, certificates and house points for example.

My classroom management approach will be a positive one.  By using positive reinforcement and by creating positive relationships with my students, it will again eliminate many behavior issues before they occur.  While student teaching, I tried a new classroom management technique focusing on positive reinforcement for good behavior with the first graders.  I placed a jar in the front of the classroom, and explained that every time I caught the students being good, I would drop a marble into the jar.  Once the jar was completely full, the students could choose a reward for their good behavior.  Immediately after implementing this new plan, I

Students all have their own personalities, which affects their actions within the classroom. Many times, a students’ behavior is caused by outside factors causing them to act out with disruptive behaviors and disciplinary issues. During these times, a teacher must have a behavior management approach to deter similar behaviors in the future. Many first time teachers are unable to handle dealing with the behaviors and leave their jobs making it all the more important to come up with an effective behavior management approach to curtail those worrisome behaviors before it gets to that point (Sugai, 2009). In an effort to thoroughly discuss an efficient behavior management approach, a common disciplinary problem within classroom and the foundation of the issue will be considered. A combination of approaches may be to needed to stop behavioral issues, such as providing motivation and establishing rules and procedures in a clear way will deter behavioral issues. Finally, an in-depth look at the steps needed in order to implement the approach into the classroom.

As it can be seen behaviorism is a major part of any classroom. For if one student acts out then the rest might get the idea that they can also act out in class and not receive punishment for it. It is also good to have a classroom management in place. Classroom management is also called behavior management. As it states in A Beginning Teaching Portfolio Handbook, “For these teachers, motivated students are those who do what they are told to do when they are told to do it.” (Foster,Walker,Song, pg. 99, para. 9) Which means when a

My classroom management philosophy is rooted in B.F. Skinner’s Behavior Modification theory. I believe that negative and positive reinforcements are a key aspect in classroom management. Providing reinforcement increases the probability that a desired behavior will occur, while undesired behaviors will stop because they are not being reinforced (Manning and Bucher 47). Students who are demonstrating unacceptable behaviors may even begin to change their behavior in hopes of gaining approval through reinforcement (Manning and Bucher 47). In particular, I advocate for this theory because it also serves as another way to continuously reiterate classroom expectations. Through daily dialogue in the classroom, students will be able to understand which behaviors are supported, acceptable, and encouraged and which behaviors are ignored, unacceptable, and discouraged. Continuously putting this into practice will foster a supportive classroom climate with clear expectations. Throughout my field experiences in Horry County, I have seen this strategy used with success. I believe that once I have established relationships with my students this will be the most effective course of action for modifying their misbehaviors.

I thought your article was interesting. I agree creating a positive learning environment is beneficial for all students. I think if teachers do not create a positive learning environment then students’ are not learning at their best ability. I think building a strong relationship with students along with a creating a positive environment can help students succeed.

As an aspiring educator, classroom management is a key element in providing a healthy learning environment for students. Some students require behavior management plans in order to ensure their success as well as the learning success of peers. Behavior modification plans and/or intervention plans are commonly used amongst teachers, students, and parents.

They are clearly displayed in the classroom. On the first day of school we brainstorm rules for the classroom. I then write them in a positive rather than negative. We discuss what constitutes respect such as keeping our hands and feet to ourselves, keeping any objects to ourselves, using kind and positive words. We also talk about that listening when others are speaking involves listening to teachers, classmates, guests and announcements. Everyone then signs the poster, including me.

It is important for a classroom teacher to set behavior goals for his or her students. Behavior goals should be directly related to the classroom management plan. Students should be expected to treat their peers and teachers with respect, show respect for classroom property, are kind and courteous in all speech and actions, work diligently to accomplish assigned tasks, and demonstrate self-respect and honesty. Establishing clear and consistent goals for the operation of the classroom helps to provide an atmosphere that is conducive to learning and lends itself to alleviating opportunities for misbehavior. As a teacher I will work to provide my students with positive goals for appropriate behavior. I will also clearly define the consequences for misbehavior so that students understand fully the repercussions for failing to act in accordance with the guidelines outlined in the classroom management plan.

Classroom management is a popular topic in education. Teachers are always looking for ways to improve their classroom environment, or new ways to deal with problem behaviors. For every person who has ever worked with children, there is an idea, a theory, as to how to best meet children’s needs. Early theorists provide the basis for many current behavior management ideas, and often include a combination of ideas. Theorists such as Abraham Maslow, Rudolf Dreikurs, William Glasser, and Stanley Coppersmith offer insight into the behavior and motivations of children that help teachers design strategies to prevent disruption and provide a positive learning environment for all students.

I am stuck in a classroom with twenty-one young boys and girls for six hours a day so it is my responsibility to teach them math, science, reading, and writing. Every day I make sure to apply Noddings ethics of care to the classroom, but on the first day of school, I truly made sure of it. I wanted my students to know that I would be there for them, and help and guide them throughout the school year. I find that students behave better, and are more engaged when you let them know that you care about not only their education but their outside life. I make sure that my students are welcomed and comfortable every morning in the classroom by having small talks with them, smiling, and interacting.

For as long as teachers have been around, classroom management has been a challenge. What is the most effective way to teach children and get them to continually display positive, desired behavior? While many teachers have spent their careers trying to answer this important question, one of the most effective solutions remains Positive Reinforcement. Some positive, desired behaviors may include: sharing, sitting quietly on the carpet during story time, and using “nice hands”.

B.F. Skinner said, “Education is what survives when what has been learned has been forgotten.” It is my duty as an educator to deliver instruction in a systematic process, which cultivates an environment that is conducive to learning, discovering, and enlightenment both academically and behaviorally. This is a paramount task with mutually extreme consequences for myself and my students. I believe the way I approach and manage behaviors in the classroom will directly impact the success and productivity of my students, and myself. In my subjective opinion, the area where most people receive scrutiny from fellow educators, is behavioral management practices. For example, if your students misbehave in the hall it is a direct reflection of your

Instructional environment (i.e., teacher and instruction in the classroom, academic and social skills curriculum, and the individual characteristics of the students) can influence effective classroom discipline and behavioral management. Organization and good classroom management are very important factors that can increase students’ academic success. According to Emmer and Stough good behaviour management does not guarantee effective instruction, however highly-effective instruction can reduce behavioural problems (as cited in Oliver & Reschly, 2007, p.1). In order to minimize