Clear classroom rules are explicit statements that define behavior expectations. Clear rules provide structure and organization that allow students to be more actively engaged in instructional tasks. They also help to establish a classroom climate conducive to student academic success. Learn more about rules and expectations using the video modules below. Clear Rules and Expectations:… Read More Clear Rules and Expectations for Classroom Management
Word Workers In The Reading Classroom: Word Study That Supports Differentiated Literacy Instruction
A differentiated, small-group, word study program provides students with the foundation for establishing important reading skills. Every group of students receives quality instruction matched to their reading stage, and instruction can be paced to accommodate the needs of beginning and struggling readers. Assessment is ongoing, and directly linked to instruction, so you can track students’… Read More Word Workers In The Reading Classroom: Word Study That Supports Differentiated Literacy Instruction
Preparing for a New School Year: Developing a Comprehensive Plan for Supporting Student Behavior
Teachers are required to make a multitude of, what are often, instantaneous decisions in response to academic and behavioral needs and challenges throughout the day. A first step to preparing for implementing proactive classroom “management” practices is careful and thoughtful planning. One practical planning tool can be found with the online module developed by The… Read More Preparing for a New School Year: Developing a Comprehensive Plan for Supporting Student Behavior
Responding to Problem Behavior and Maintaining a Positive Learning Environment… A Balanced Equation for Classroom Management
A well-managed classroom is an important condition for increasing student learning (Hattie, 2009) and a challenging task for teacher planning. Advanced planning for managing anticipated problem behavior increases the likelihood of “responding” verses “reacting” to student misbehavior. Research A well-managed classroom is an important condition for increasing student learning (Hattie, 2009) and a challenging… Read More Responding to Problem Behavior and Maintaining a Positive Learning Environment… A Balanced Equation for Classroom Management
Using Response Cards to Reduce Disruptive Behavior
Effective classroom behavior management involves a host of strategies and supports; including what is done instructionally. Some research suggests that as much as 90% of classroom behavior problems can be eliminated through fully planned and effectively delivered instruction. Effective classroom behavior management involves a host of strategies and supports; including what is done instructionally…. Read More Using Response Cards to Reduce Disruptive Behavior
