Effective Classroom Management

Both teacher and student success can often be traced back to the ability of the teacher to effectively manage the classroom. Research shows that effective classroom management and organization during the first few weeks of class are crucial in determining expectations, behavior patterns, and procedures that will set the tone for the rest of the year. Effective classroom management is essential in maintaining an organized, and civil classroom. You want students’ to develop an understanding of mutual respect by making expectations clear, and providing written ideas of how the classroom should be managed. The keys to effective classroom management are; organization of procedures and resources, a well arranged classroom environment, monitoring student progress, anticipating and handling classroom problems, and designing an effective learning center. By providing these management skills in the classroom you will clearly and effectively manage any classroom, and go above and beyond expectations.

Organizing procedures and resources is the first management skill to focus on when developing an effective classroom management plan. From day one it is important to go through daily procedures with students by offering an example of daily activities. Create an example of a daily schedule for the students’ to read over and ask any questions that they may have. Let the students know what, if anything, on the schedule is subject to change. For example if your classroom participates in elective courses, make sure your students’ understand that everyday they will not have Art from 1:30-2:15. The key is to have your students prepared. Prior to the first day of class your classroom should be properly organized with teaching aids and resou...

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...o provide materials and activities for students according to their needs, interests, and abilities at the appropriate level of difficulty. It is also important to evaluate students on prior expectations. It is important not to place expectations that were not discussed prior to completing the assignment.

In conclusion there are many steps in creating effective classroom management. It is important to remain organized, communicate with your students, arranging an effective classroom that caters to your students and expectations that you place on them, monitor student progress, be proactive and handle problems as they arise, and design an effective learning center. All of these functions are essential in running an effective classroom. Without these steps the classroom will not run smoothly and the learning environment created will not promote effective learning.