Solutions Part Two
Welcome back readers, last week we talked about two possible
solutions for over crowded classrooms. To review here they are again…
1.
Organization
2.
Seating charts
I realized that I
just gave you solutions and sent you on your way without any help. I apologize
here is a link to a website with 100 organization tips.
I also found a website that
has pictures as well as pros and cons to different seating arrangements, check
it out.
After you have your seating arranged, and your
class organized, what should you do next? Routine, routine, routine!
When teachers have a reliable routine in the class it gives
students security. When a student feels secure and knows what will be happening
in their class, they are able to focus and get work done. Routine is also great
for you as a teacher, because you will have more time for meaningful instruction.
Each class will vary with routines so
find out what works best for yours.
Now that you are
organized, have a seating chart, and have a routine down, you should focus on
rules. Rules are usually set by the school but you should also have your own
for the classroom. Allow your students to help create them. If you teach on a
block schedule; have each class make their individual rules. This gives the
student ownership and they are more likely to follow them. Remember regardless
of the size your class is a community so treat it as such. I hope these tips
are helpful, until next week readers!
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