Problem Prevention Plan

During the first few weeks of school teachers should focus on teaching students appropriate classroom behavior, expectations and consequences. If they notice a student not interested in learning about the rules of the classroom, the teacher can take a little extra time with teaching the rules and its best that the teacher review the expectations each month, allowing the students to remember them. Following these guidelines will ensure a positive learning environment for every

Additionally classroom rules have always felt more negative versus positive. However, the teacher attempts to set up these rules to maximize the classroom environment in order to achieve learning.

These rules are displayed throughout the school and are referred to continuously by staff and children equally. We also have class rules that have been developed by the children themselves and are a positive device for encouraging good behaviour. The children can then monitor their own behaviour as well as the behaviour of other children in the class.

She told me about her classroom rules which are mutual respect, attentive listening and appreciations no put downs. She spent the first three weeks of school going over these three rules and afterwards she had each student write their name on colored paper which is their contract, their signature on that paper means they will follow those rules throughout the year. She has another rule in her classroom called “Kelso’s Choices”. Kelso’s Choices are nine different choices they can make on how to solve their problems in class. When the students come to an issue they have to choose two of the choices on the poster before going to the teacher. Some of the choices on there include, walking away, talking it out, apologizing, telling them to stop, etc. I really liked the idea of Kelso’s Choices because it teaches them problem solving as well as social skills. Instead of being unfair or going to the teacher they have the opportunity to solve the issues and be fair towards each other.

I have heard that for many beginning teachers, classroom management can be one of the most challenging aspects of their new career.  Knowing this, I decided to experiment with many classroom management approaches during my student teaching to find one that fit both my students and myself.  Based on these experiences, I designed a classroom management plan that I will implement in my classroom as a beginning teacher.  It is important to note, however, that my classroom management philosophy will be evolving as necessary as I gain more experience and insight into the field of teaching.  Also, my classroom management plan may need to be altered to fit my specific group of students.

With regards to classroom rules, teachers have a duty to protect students’ constitutional rights and ensure that they are designing rules and procedures that do not restrict or deny students these rights. As agents of the state, teachers have a duty to follow all federal, state, and local laws while exercising their duties as educators. However, teachers can design classroom rules that ensure that there is no disruption of school operations, or interference with the rights of other students, and safeguards against behavior that is in a lewd fashion

For my class I want the students to feel a certain amount of control is theirs. To do this I want to allow them to create the rules for the classroom as well as the consequences for breaking those rules. Both of these activities will be teacher guided so that I can help make sure they are fair. I will also assign them tasks that deal with routine in the classroom such as taking up papers or helping to pass out things. This will allow them to feel ownership of their environment. I want them to feel that they can approach me to ask questions about anything the classroom including rules and

At Maryland Elementary School, I have a kindergarten class. Which means the kindergartners don’t know that there is whole new idea of school and knowing that there are rules in a classroom. For the kindergartners, it will be a something new and different because in this stage they will be developing more of their motor skills. Meaning that they will be more active and many times difficult to teach. The kindergarten teacher uses the rules that the school provides the essentials. Which are give it your best, use kind words, be mindful of others thoughts and beliefs, etc. and the teacher implements these rules in the first few days in school. The teacher reminds the students about these rules almost everyday just to put it meaning into those rules.

I think that setting rules on the first day of class and remind the students of those rules every day before the beginning of the class, can be a way of preventing unwanted behavior in the class. For example, rules such as: Respect other student’s

If your classroom runs smoothly, learning takes place. I agree that teachers should create rules that specifically define our behaviors expectations. I think rules should be positive. Being positive creates an atmosphere where students want to be positive also. Before we can hold students to high standards we must teach them the rules

In order for any type of setting to operate with limited chaos it is important to establish rules, procedures, and boundaries. Society requires rules and laws and school settings are not exempt. It is imperative that in establishing rules and procedures guidelines are precise and understandable. My plan for establishing rules and procedures include ensuring that all rules and procedures are visually posted in my classroom. Research has shown that visual aids and the sight perception of rules to be taught to students are more likely to be retained if they are posted in the classroom setting. I will also ensure that rules and procedures are taught for longevity beginning the first day of school to ensure consistency in my students practicing them. I will ensure that I solicit my student’s opinions of rules and procedures that should be included in the behavioral norms and expectations of my class. Students seem to believe in the importance and want to abide by rules if they are included in the creation.

Initial thoughts: There is many technique Ms. Rollison can use to help with her students behaving appropriately in the classroom. One technique she could use is at the beginning of the year ask the students what type of rule they would like to have in the classroom. The student will more likely obey the class rules because they had a part in

A teacher should teach, demonstrate, establish, and enforce classroom procedures and routines at the start of the year to manage the classroom behaviors. Rules and procedures support teaching and learning and provide students with clear expectations and well-defined norms. Teachers can create a respectful, supportive learning environment when they have an understanding of the diverse learning in the

Classroom management is a key element to establish a successful learning environment in any classroom. An effective classroom management plan creates a positive learning environment. Classroom management is affected by the characteristics of the students and their behavior. Students’ behavior is influenced by their age, academic abilities, goals, interests, and home backgrounds (Evertson, Emmer, and Worsham, 2006). Teachers need a diverse array of classroom management skills to facilitate learning. A classroom with a proper management plan will spend less time in disciplining and more time in learning. Students in effectively managed classrooms know and follow clearly defined rules and routines. A classroom management plan should provide

1. Homework Completion – For homework to be considered complete, all parts of the homework must be completed and turned in on time. All homework will be turned in prior to you retrieving your class binder in the turn in the bin labeled with your class period.