Comments on: Classroom Management Reflection http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/ Just another Henricostaffdev.org weblog Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:27:51 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Lisa Gordon http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-784 Lisa Gordon Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:27:51 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-784 Nicole, Using music in class is an excellent idea! I often incorporate music in my curriculum whether it's classical or jazz. Students love to work to the beat of something. It's calming affect contributes to a productive environment. Nicole,
Using music in class is an excellent idea! I often incorporate music in my curriculum whether it’s classical or jazz. Students love to work to the beat of something. It’s calming affect contributes to a productive environment.

]]> By: Lisa Gordon http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-783 Lisa Gordon Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:24:18 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-783 Linda, I also think a positive reward system makes a huge difference in our class and how students respond. Often we spend too much time focusing on negative behavior that we forget those who are doing their best. I am always looking for different ideas in rewarding my students. Thanks for sharing! Linda,
I also think a positive reward system makes a huge difference in our class and how students respond. Often we spend too much time focusing on negative behavior that we forget those who are doing their best. I am always looking for different ideas in rewarding my students. Thanks for sharing!

]]> By: Lisa Gordon http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-782 Lisa Gordon Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:07:45 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-782 1. How did the new learning impact instruction? I am more consistent with my daily routine and class structure. My students know exactly what to do when they enter my room. Instructions are written on the board and modeled for students so there is less confusions and questions asked. Students are timed for each task, leaving no time to fool around or waste. 2. What did you learn from implementing the classroom management plan in your classroom? Being consistent is a major factor in classroom management. I learned that students respond positively to structure. Having a plan and sticking with it helps the day run more smoothly. 3. What would you do differently the next time you use this plan? Using more hand signals / hand clapping and less verbal cues. Adding incentives and focusing on positive behavior rather than the negative. 4. Complete this statement: The other ideas I have to use this new learning in instruction... I would have to say dividing the 90 minute lesson effectively. Making a conscious effort to stick to the 40%-35%-25% formula. Documenting negative behavior and parent contact is a work in progress. 5. Complete this statement: Now that I have tried this new learning I'd like to know how... Other teachers are using the strategies, new ideas the can contribute, and their success. 1. How did the new learning impact instruction?
I am more consistent with my daily routine and class structure. My students know exactly what to do when they enter my room. Instructions are written on the board and modeled for students so there is less confusions and questions asked. Students are timed for each task, leaving no time to fool around or waste.
2. What did you learn from implementing the classroom management plan in your classroom?
Being consistent is a major factor in classroom management. I learned that students respond positively to structure. Having a plan and sticking with it helps the day run more smoothly.
3. What would you do differently the next time you use this plan?
Using more hand signals / hand clapping and less verbal cues. Adding incentives and focusing on positive behavior rather than the negative.
4. Complete this statement: The other ideas I have to use this new learning in instruction…
I would have to say dividing the 90 minute lesson effectively. Making a conscious effort to stick to the 40%-35%-25% formula. Documenting negative behavior and parent contact is a work in progress.
5. Complete this statement: Now that I have tried this new learning I’d like to know how…
Other teachers are using the strategies, new ideas the can contribute, and their success.

]]> By: Kathleen Kelsey http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-781 Kathleen Kelsey Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:23:04 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-781 Nicole and Lauren, I am an itinerant, and I am in a couple of schools that have implemented the CLASSY or the Gentlemen by Choice programs. I think they are very effective with the participating students and will hopefully have a ripple effect on the demeanor of the etire school. Nicole and Lauren,
I am an itinerant, and I am in a couple of schools that have implemented the CLASSY or the Gentlemen by Choice programs. I think they are very effective with the participating students and will hopefully have a ripple effect on the demeanor of the etire school.

]]> By: Kathleen Kelsey http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-780 Kathleen Kelsey Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:18:25 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-780 Nicole, I love your idea about playing classical music! I also draw from my own collection of folk music and link it to certain readings and lessons. I find that many students think they like only one type of music - usually rap. but they find out that they really haven't been exposed to different music genres. Just don't use the words "classical Music" or they may automatically thiink they don't like it! :-) Nicole,
I love your idea about playing classical music! I also draw from my own collection of folk music and link it to certain readings and lessons. I find that many students think they like only one type of music – usually rap. but they find out that they really haven’t been exposed to different music genres. Just don’t use the words “classical Music” or they may automatically thiink they don’t like it! :-)

]]> By: Gary Colletti http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-779 Gary Colletti Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:04:04 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-779 Kristin -- I have recently tried collecting music for students to study by - I am trying to find music that is motivational yet soothing, instrumental but not boring, and connected to world cultures (since we talk of meditation, and study the art and music of many time periods) - does anyone have specific recommendations of a possible clearing house or list of suggestions for music that fulfills this? ...and for those who have tried it - does it truly help or hinder? Thanks!!! Gary Kristin –

I have recently tried collecting music for students to study by – I am trying to find music that is motivational yet soothing, instrumental but not boring, and connected to world cultures (since we talk of meditation, and study the art and music of many time periods) – does anyone have specific recommendations of a possible clearing house or list of suggestions for music that fulfills this? …and for those who have tried it – does it truly help or hinder?

Thanks!!!
Gary

]]> By: Gary Colletti http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-778 Gary Colletti Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:59:53 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-778 Miss Finch, I think we are both in accord that consistency is often more of a goal for striving than a "perfect routine from day one". Sometimes, I think it helps to build up many ideas for coming years, and to focus on one consistency at a time. Two examples that I am constantly dealing with is a) reading b) taking meaningful notes, not COPYING notes If you or anyone have found routines that encourage reading quietly over a period of time and retaining what is read AND/OR students thinking about notes that they take... I would love to know about them. The rushing management is interesting - I,too, have found a split between those students who do "get it" and those whose interests lie elsewhere beyond what is taught. Maybe providing multiple levels of work - for the studious - mopre open ended tasks that pique curiosity - and for those not "getting it" - a more concrete approach that they might appreciate? Unfortunately, I think classroom management is part of the cases-by-cases in classes, and there is no "silver bullet" we can share. :) Miss Finch,

I think we are both in accord that consistency is often more of a goal for striving than a “perfect routine from day one”. Sometimes, I think it helps to build up many ideas for coming years, and to focus on one consistency at a time. Two examples that I am constantly dealing with is
a) reading
b) taking meaningful notes, not COPYING notes

If you or anyone have found routines that encourage reading quietly over a period of time and retaining what is read AND/OR students thinking about notes that they take… I would love to know about them.

The rushing management is interesting – I,too, have found a split between those students who do “get it” and those whose interests lie elsewhere beyond what is taught.

Maybe providing multiple levels of work – for the studious – mopre open ended tasks that pique curiosity – and for those not “getting it” – a more concrete approach that they might appreciate? Unfortunately, I think classroom management is part of the cases-by-cases in classes, and there is no “silver bullet” we can share. :)

]]> By: Nicole Thornton http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-777 Nicole Thornton Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:54:37 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-777 Kristin and Emily, I have recently started to play classical music for my students during test, after being requested to do so. It tended to help them concentrate more and it kept them more quiet and relaxed. Many explained to me, that the silence was too loud! Does anyone have any good strategies for positive reinforcements for the high school level?? Kristin and Emily,
I have recently started to play classical music for my students during test, after being requested to do so. It tended to help them concentrate more and it kept them more quiet and relaxed. Many explained to me, that the silence was too loud! Does anyone have any good strategies for positive reinforcements for the high school level??

]]> By: Emily Vorenberg http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-776 Emily Vorenberg Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:32:55 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-776 Kristin, I love the idea of the classical music! It certainly calms me down, and some of our classrooms use it, and the kids are much calmer in there and more receptive to learning. Great idea! Kristin, I love the idea of the classical music! It certainly calms me down, and some of our classrooms use it, and the kids are much calmer in there and more receptive to learning. Great idea!

]]> By: Emily Vorenberg http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/articles/classroom-management-reflection/comment-page-4/#comment-775 Emily Vorenberg Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:30:50 +0000 http://henricostaffdev.org/winwin/?p=19#comment-775 Erika- I agree with what you said about behavior being different in resource classes. At our school, the resource teachers use the same discipline system that the teachers use (ie. if they move a color in a particular classroom, the resource teacher keeps track of that and lets the teacher know when they pick up the kids.) They also use the same reward system as the classrooms and school uses, which helps with the consistency! Erika- I agree with what you said about behavior being different in resource classes. At our school, the resource teachers use the same discipline system that the teachers use (ie. if they move a color in a particular classroom, the resource teacher keeps track of that and lets the teacher know when they pick up the kids.) They also use the same reward system as the classrooms and school uses, which helps with the consistency!

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