Reading PowerPoint 4
Transcript: Electronic Grade Record Reading PowerPoint 4 Classroom Management is the organization of students, space, time, and materials. 1. High level of student involvement with work 2. Clear student expectations 3. Little wasted time, confusion, and disruption 4. Work-oriented, relaxed, pleasant environment 1. Has classroom management skills 2. Teaches for lesson mastery 3. Practices positive expectations "It is the teacher- what the teacher knows and can do that makes the difference in the classroom." -The First Days of School The Effective Teacher An effective record book includes three basic records: 1. Attendance present absent excused tardy 2. Scores 3. Running Total An up-to-date overview of progress 1. Rules Provide clear expectations Few in number 2. Consequences Every action has a consequence: negative or positive Students should learn to make a good choice 3. Rewards Should not be a bribe Cooperative rewards An effective teacher establishes routines for all classroom procedures 1. Starting Class 2. Handing in Work 3. Talking Roll (not to be done at the beginning of class) 4. Entering the Classroom Procedures such as the one listed above should be introduced on the first day of school. These procedures should be continued throughout the year daily. Consistency is key! Routines Characteristics of a Well-Managed Classroom Necessary Elements of an Electronic Record Book User-friendly Simple data manipulation Provides accurate presentation of grades Accommodates online reporting from home Connects to classroom computers Allows diagnosis of student strengths and weaknesses Discipline With a Plan Rituals for Encouragement and Building Community 1. Greeting Ritual Certain location for morning greeting 2. School Family Song/Chant Uplifting song to encourage class bonding 3. I See Song Each child receives individual attention in the group setting 4. Absent Child Rituals "Wish You Well" Boards, Songs 5. Goodbye Rituals Personal goodbyes from the teacher Grade Record System