Understanding the fundamentals of effective classroom management
Johnson, C,C.
University of Kwazulu-Natal
Cluster of Mathematics and Computer Science 204516038@stu.ukzn.ac.za
ABSTRACT
This paper looks to explore the relevance of effective classroom management within a private school setting; while simultaneously underpinning its importance in the world of teaching. Furthermore this paper explores the plausible effects and challenges on learning usually associated with the role the classroom environment plays in the educating process. Moreover this paper looks to analyze data concerning the views and perceptions learners have regarding the classroom environment. The paper further, provides an abridged reflection on the data analyzed thereof and draws conclusions and recommendations thereto.
Categories and Subject Descriptors
D.3.3 [Computer Science in Education]: Fundamentals involved in effective computer laboratory management – creating an environment wherein computer programming can be taught effectively.
General Terms
Classroom Management, Questionnaire, Reflection, Teaching, Metaphors, Interpretation, Classroom Environment, Learner-Teacher Relationship.
Keywords
Management, Measurement, Documentation, Performance, Experimentation, Human Factors, Standardization.
1. INTRODUCTION
Today, thanks in no small part to the work done by so many educationalists over the centuries, we know more about teaching than ever before. Research has shown us that teachers
With regard to the aims of this study, as mentioned earlier, I believe that understanding can be drawn from a deep and careful analysis of participants’ biographies, their schooling and teacher training experiences, and their everyday teaching practicum experiences. Participants’ experiences were gathered from various methods of data collection (which will be described in section 5.4), and analysis was conducted to
Teaching is an extremely important profession as we are responsible for training up the future generations of our community, country and in effect, the world. In order to be a successful and effective teacher there are some basic skills and competencies that one must possess. The experiences that students have inside (and outside) our classrooms, schools and various other institutes will shape and mould their approach to our subjects and to life in general. Therefore, it requires a certain level of skill and training to be deemed professionally fit to enter into this career path and even then, continuous
Being a male going into the elementary school education profession, I feel that I can be a postitive male role model for students who might lack that kind of male role model leadership needs. One of the first things that I will convey to my students is my philosophy on classroom management. My philosophy can be summed up in just two words: RESPECT and LEADERSHIP.
student’s behavior and not their character. I will do this by using “I-messages” instead of “you-
A classroom is a very dynamic and spontaneous place. Every classroom is comprised of a diverse combination of individuals who all contribute to the unpredictable nature and uniqueness of the class. The reality that no two students are alike and no two classes are ever alike, contributes greatly to the difficulty of establishing a realistic and effective classroom management plan. It is important that teachers realize that a classroom is an unpredictable place and that it is much more reasonable to strive to manage their classroom as opposed to trying to control it. I see my role as a managing teacher as
Throughout the ages, we as teachers are known best for being the instrumental tools in the lives of many young adults and playing very vital and dynamic roles in the lives of some of the greatest women and men, therefore believing the power of an educator is unparalleled and to attempt to describe what we impart into the lives of others with three words is indeed nearly impossible.
The teaching profession is a critical one, and unlike any other profession, maybe even more paramount than those of the medical and law fields. A potential teacher has to be dedicated not only in purpose, but in knowledge expertise, and in advocacy. Unfortunately, teaching, is not always perceived as prominent a profession as those stated above, yet is instrumental in developing all professions. No other field in the world can claim such a feat.
The breadth of knowledge and skills required for a teacher to perform their duties is daunting. Teachers are required to know about themselves, their students, the subject matter they are teaching, educational theories and current research, and the latest technology. Knowledge of just one area is not sufficient for being a teacher, they must
Students enter the classroom with differing personalities and levels of learning. Hence, it is important that pre-service teachers are equipped with knowledge and understanding of the different theories of classroom management. Theories such as Goal Centered Theory [GCT], Cognitive Behavioural Theory [CBT] and Assertive Discipline Theory [AD] facilitate supportive learning environments to offer students superlative conditions to succeed at school. Research recommends the adoption of a single approach to inform and guide a pre-service teachers’ classroom management style; however, a teacher’s beliefs, attitudes and values help inform the best approach, whether that is aligning with one theory, a consolidation of concurring practices from
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
“Good teaching is a skillful blend of artistic and scientific elements. Teaching as an art involves beliefs, emotions, values and flexibility, while teaching as a science utilizes instructional practices that are proven by research to improve student achievement” (Snowman and Biehler, 2006). According to (Peters, R.) teaching can involve formal methods of instruction as well as informal ways of organizing things so that children will be led to discover things for themselves. According to (Manning, H. 2003, p. 11) “A teacher is the one to impart knowledge to students in different ways to assist learning.” Teaching factors are considered if something must be accomplished. It is practically stating that teaching is what is being taught, who
Teaching is an important part of our lives. Whether we want to or not, we all learn from someone. The great philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle all learned from one another, due to them being each other's teacher. Teaching has been in human history since the beginning of time. Those who teach have a special skill set to teach others. Education is a wonderful thing and has many positive results, however, there are some negative aspects to teaching. To further understand teaching’s momentous involvement in everyday life and much more, one must take time to go in depth on the skills, history of teaching, and the educational standards that go along with it.
Communities currently, are filled with intelligent individuals that work together forming a system that sustains a society. Intelligence is within everyone however, in order to reach their level of intelligence, one must receive guidance in learning. Those who guide others in learning the essential information needed to sustain a daily living are known as teachers or educators. Teaching is not a career choice, it is a calling that requires many traits. In this statement, I will express what influenced my interest in becoming a teacher as well as my approaches in education, teaching and learning. In addition to this I will also inform on the various traits a teacher should possess in order to successfully fulfill their role as an educator.
Being a teacher is not an easy task as many people could think. To be a teacher does not only imply to know the subject to be taught, it also includes being willing to constantly improve oneself integrally, as much as updating the resources and materials one uses in teaching. Reflecting and analyzing over and over again the best way to teach to learn and how to make students to extend what has been learned. The many hours spend in the classroom will never be enough to plan lessons, prepare materials, review pupils tasks and exams, as well, all the administrative requirements one has to cover for whatever institution we work. Besides all this a good teacher, a professional one, will have to find the time to keep preparing to improve
The nature of teaching has been conceptualized and explained n countless ways, one conceptualized is that teaching is the act of providing activities that facilitate learning, another view runs likes this”Teaching is something that takes place only when learning does. No matter what the teacher is doing in her classes, if the student are not learning something significant, she is not teaching, when the student fails, the teacher fails more. Quite similar to the two foregoing definitions is one attributed to a writer named Jacetot : To teach is to cause to learn.” according to the conceptualization by ho howee (1970),the teacher is not a dispenser of knowledge nor a person in change of the education