DRAFT 1: Classroom Management Plan
Sasha Graves
EDSC 485 – Kaden
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fall 2014
Summary
This classroom Management plan is for a secondary education level Spanish class. In my work environment I would try to challenge the students to explore new cultures and languages. One of the main selling points for learning a new language would be how by becoming bilingual they double the possible people they can interact with and what an amazing opportunity that is. I would establish clear instructions and expectations to my classroom. I would manage it to be neat and efficient. I would also try and insight curiosity in my students so that they want to travel in their lifetimes and possibly achieve more than they may have with only one language as a tool.
Introduction
The classroom is where some of learning new languages takes place. My classroom will be set up to be warm and inviting with many displays for the students to view. There would be images from other Spanish speaking countries as well as I will have many flags from all over the world on my walls. I want my classroom to feel like the student is welcome here no matter where their home country may be and I would keep my door open for all school hours. Management and procedures in my classroom will be adaptable to a diverse population of students.
The main-stay of my classroom management philosophy is to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for all of my students so that their interests in a foreign language can grow and not be rejected. My classroom unit will remain unified and I will communicate with the other teachers in my department to organize language oriented activities as a whole. By being active in my school community I hope to create a productive and engaging learning environment. My management techniques are based on principles like respect, acceptance, grace, curiosity, and initiative. I will explicitly teach my expectations regarding each of these while maintaining an effective classroom environment.
Preparation before the School Year Starts:
The establishment of the culture and climate described above will begin before the school year starts. The physical environment in my classroom will . class sizes, and learning styles. The decorations will be relevant, attractive, and functional. Posters and flags will all be present as seen in figure 1.
Also I would try to maintain a fun and positive environment while teaching something new. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fplazasantillana%2Fclassroom-fun%2F&ei=uwSBVII_iOygBJPvgGg&psig=AFQjCNEuJH6Eq5uQf1G6D09LRUVNvfX2eA&ust=1417827227544273
Rather than creating a harsh and coercive learning environment, Marzano et al. (2009) state that,’ another option is to nurture students’ love of learning so that classwork is viewed not as unpleasant but something to look forward to.’ (31) With the proper preparation for my students which would include a vocabulary in Spanish, I would invite my students to read travel magazine and others like it to explore, and I would focus on broadening their sense of the Spanish culture by making it fun and inviting. By doing this I would automatically be creating a sound foundation for beneficial student- teacher relations. I would only place one requirement on them, the desire to learn and be open to new things. By building strong personal connection and maintaining consistent interactions with my students in each classroom, usurping the disinterested student problem is possible. By providing constant feedback to my students I will be creating a positive language environment for them to learn and excel in.
On the first day of class I plan on handing out a syllabus and providing both the students and parents with a clear guideline for my level of expectations. I would then spend the rest of the week doing class bonding activities like name games in Spanish and so forth. By attempting to create a firm sense of community in my classroom the children will be more engaged with
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Learning the language lesson plans and can use peer review more than in other classes. For example, I would want my students to familiarize themselves with basic sight words such as the ones given in image 3.
Rules and Procedures
All rules and procedures will be based on the principles respect, acceptance, grace, curiosity, and initiative. By clearly establishing the rules and procedures we as educators are providing the students with the tools necessary to ascertain our expectations.
Since my rules will be based on class principles, I will teach them by explaining specific situations and expected behavior related to these qualities. Before preceding it is important to note that according to Simonsen et al., 2008, “Effective management in the classroom has five critical features: (a) maximize structure; (b) post, teach, review, monitor, and reinforce expectations; (c) actively engage students in observable ways; (d) use a continuum of strategies to respond to appropriate behaviors; and (e) use a continuum of strategies to respond to inappropriate behaviors.’ So I plan to inhibit all five of these features in my classroom policies. I will not allow lengthy and numerous bathroom breaks, students must arrive on time or with a pass, students are also not allowed to have access to any electronic devices. I would liken my rules and procedures to that of an airline. Anything we can’t do on a plane would not be allowed in my classroom either. Students much stay seated until further notice and no knives are allowed.
Safety and Legal Requirements
Safety in the classroom is not something that a good teacher over looks because each one of the students matter. By managing a classroom efficiently and effectively the teacher prevents her students from harassment and negative repercussion in the class. Physical risks like fire, flooding, earthquakes, etc. would be gone over in class and have the appropriate marks on the doors and walls. All equipment for the classroom will be stored and kept tidy for a clean and safe work environment.
For the Fairbanks School District’s West Valley High School (FDWVHS), the school I would most like to work at, there are specific sections regarding the disciplinary actions provided that the main school rules are broken by the student. These do not vary from class to class and are something like, “No Fire Arms On School Grounds.’ Things that every student must be aware of and maintain for others safety.
Student Diversity
Student Diversity is the main reason I would love to be a Spanish teacher. I will be expected to maintain and engage with a variety of different cultures and academic levels while maintaining a standard for the norm. It will be a very challenging part of my job but by maintaining my classes’ principles and rules it will be easy to accomplish a happy and diverse student body in the language department. I will also try to work with my department teachers to reach out and engage with other students from various languages to come and try Spanish
By making my classroom filled with flags and diagrams, along with new books for them to read as well as many other people from different places to converse with, I hope to ignite a more enjoyable learning environment. I will always have an open door policy, even if it means no free lunch for me, so that all of my students feel welcomed and accepted.
Planning and Conducting Instruction:
As a language teacher I plan on demonstrating something vital to all teachers but especially to our field. My strategy will be to stick to having consistent “Withitness’. This means being constantly involved in my student’s academics and to be constantly providing them with feedback and new ideas to help them learn. Since not all language lessons can be learned in the class room I would advise them to reach out into their communities and start to speak Spanish while helping their communities. I think that the more they are out and about doing things for others, the better my students will be able to conduct themselves. I will provide a clear explanation of the dos and do not’s while going out into the community and trying to teach my students a new sense of respect for bilingual people as well as grace because they will fail at the language initially. I seek to educate my students by providing them with a whole new form of communication that can empower them to receive a brighter and more versatile future.
References:
.Fairbanks Northstar Borough School District Student Misconduct Handbook. 2014. https://www.k12northstar.org/boe/policies-regulations
Marzano, R., Gaddy, B., Foseid, M., Foseid, M., Marzano, J. (2009). Section 6: Getting off to a Good Start. A Handbook for Classroom Management that Works. Pg. 132-145.
Simonsen, B., Fairbanks, S., Briesch, A., Myers, D., & Sugai, G. (2008). Evidence-based Practices in Classroom Management: Considerations for Research to Practice. Education & Treatment Of Children, 31(3), 351-380.
DRAFT 1: Classroom Management Plan
Sasha Graves
EDSC 485 – Kaden
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fall 2014
Summary
This classroom Management plan is for a secondary education level Spanish class. In my work environment I would try to challenge the students to explore new cultures and languages. One of the main selling points for learning a new language would be how by becoming bilingual they double the possible people they can interact with and what an amazing opportunity that is. I would establish clear instructions and expectations to my classroom. I would manage it to be neat and efficient. I would also try and insight curiosity in my students so that they want to travel in their lifetimes and possibly achieve more than they may have with only one language as a tool.
Introduction
The classroom is where some of learning new languages takes place. My classroom will be set up to be warm and inviting with many displays for the students to view. There would be images from other Spanish speaking countries as well as I will have many flags from all over the world on my walls. I want my classroom to feel like the student is welcome here no matter where their home country may be and I would keep my door open for all school hours. Management and procedures in my classroom will be adaptable to a diverse population of students.
The main-stay of my classroom management philosophy is to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for all of my students so that their interests in a foreign language can grow and not be rejected. My classroom unit will remain unified and I will communicate with the other teachers in my department to organize language oriented activities as a whole. By being active in my school community I hope to create a productive and engaging learning environment. My management techniques are based on principles like respect, acceptance, grace, curiosity, and initiative. I will explicitly teach my expectations regarding each of these while maintaining an effective classroom environment.
Preparation before the School Year Starts:
The establishment of the culture and climate described above will begin before the school year starts. The physical environment in my classroom will . class sizes, and learning styles. The decorations will be relevant, attractive, and functional. Posters and flags will all be present as seen in figure 1.
Also I would try to maintain a fun and positive environment while teaching something new. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fplazasantillana%2Fclassroom-fun%2F&ei=uwSBVII_iOygBJPvgGg&psig=AFQjCNEuJH6Eq5uQf1G6D09LRUVNvfX2eA&ust=1417827227544273
Rather than creating a harsh and coercive learning environment, Marzano et al. (2009) state that,’ another option is to nurture students’ love of learning so that classwork is viewed not as unpleasant but something to look forward to.’ (31) With the proper preparation for my students which would include a vocabulary in Spanish, I would invite my students to read travel magazine and others like it to explore, and I would focus on broadening their sense of the Spanish culture by making it fun and inviting. By doing this I would automatically be creating a sound foundation for beneficial student- teacher relations. I would only place one requirement on them, the desire to learn and be open to new things. By building strong personal connection and maintaining consistent interactions with my students in each classroom, usurping the disinterested student problem is possible. By providing constant feedback to my students I will be creating a positive language environment for them to learn and excel in.
On the first day of class I plan on handing out a syllabus and providing both the students and parents with a clear guideline for my level of expectations. I would then spend the rest of the week doing class bonding activities like name games in Spanish and so forth. By attempting to create a firm sense of community in my classroom the children will be more engaged with
Image 3
Learning the language lesson plans and can use peer review more than in other classes. For example, I would want my students to familiarize themselves with basic sight words such as the ones given in image 3.
Rules and Procedures
All rules and procedures will be based on the principles respect, acceptance, grace, curiosity, and initiative. By clearly establishing the rules and procedures we as educators are providing the students with the tools necessary to ascertain our expectations.
Since my rules will be based on class principles, I will teach them by explaining specific situations and expected behavior related to these qualities. Before preceding it is important to note that according to Simonsen et al., 2008, “Effective management in the classroom has five critical features: (a) maximize structure; (b) post, teach, review, monitor, and reinforce expectations; (c) actively engage students in observable ways; (d) use a continuum of strategies to respond to appropriate behaviors; and (e) use a continuum of strategies to respond to inappropriate behaviors.’ So I plan to inhibit all five of these features in my classroom policies. I will not allow lengthy and numerous bathroom breaks, students must arrive on time or with a pass, students are also not allowed to have access to any electronic devices. I would liken my rules and procedures to that of an airline. Anything we can’t do on a plane would not be allowed in my classroom either. Students much stay seated until further notice and no knives are allowed.
Safety and Legal Requirements
Safety in the classroom is not something that a good teacher over looks because each one of the students matter. By managing a classroom efficiently and effectively the teacher prevents her students from harassment and negative repercussion in the class. Physical risks like fire, flooding, earthquakes, etc. would be gone over in class and have the appropriate marks on the doors and walls. All equipment for the classroom will be stored and kept tidy for a clean and safe work environment.
For the Fairbanks School District’s West Valley High School (FDWVHS), the school I would most like to work at, there are specific sections regarding the disciplinary actions provided that the main school rules are broken by the student. These do not vary from class to class and are something like, “No Fire Arms On School Grounds.’ Things that every student must be aware of and maintain for others safety.
Student Diversity
Student Diversity is the main reason I would love to be a Spanish teacher. I will be expected to maintain and engage with a variety of different cultures and academic levels while maintaining a standard for the norm. It will be a very challenging part of my job but by maintaining my classes’ principles and rules it will be easy to accomplish a happy and diverse student body in the language department. I will also try to work with my department teachers to reach out and engage with other students from various languages to come and try Spanish
By making my classroom filled with flags and diagrams, along with new books for them to read as well as many other people from different places to converse with, I hope to ignite a more enjoyable learning environment. I will always have an open door policy, even if it means no free lunch for me, so that all of my students feel welcomed and accepted.
Planning and Conducting Instruction:
As a language teacher I plan on demonstrating something vital to all teachers but especially to our field. My strategy will be to stick to having consistent “Withitness’. This means being constantly involved in my student’s academics and to be constantly providing them with feedback and new ideas to help them learn. Since not all language lessons can be learned in the class room I would advise them to reach out into their communities and start to speak Spanish while helping their communities. I think that the more they are out and about doing things for others, the better my students will be able to conduct themselves. I will provide a clear explanation of the dos and do not’s while going out into the community and trying to teach my students a new sense of respect for bilingual people as well as grace because they will fail at the language initially. I seek to educate my students by providing them with a whole new form of communication that can empower them to receive a brighter and more versatile future.
References:
.Fairbanks Northstar Borough School District Student Misconduct Handbook. 2014. https://www.k12northstar.org/boe/policies-regulations
Marzano, R., Gaddy, B., Foseid, M., Foseid, M., Marzano, J. (2009). Section 6: Getting off to a Good Start. A Handbook for Classroom Management that Works. Pg. 132-145.
Simonsen, B., Fairbanks, S., Briesch, A., Myers, D., & Sugai, G. (2008). Evidence-based Practices in Classroom Management: Considerations for Research to Practice. Education & Treatment Of Children, 31(3), 351-380.
DRAFT 1: Classroom Management Plan
Sasha Graves
EDSC 485 – Kaden
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fall 2014
Summary
This classroom Management plan is for a secondary education level Spanish class. In my work environment I would try to challenge the students to explore new cultures and languages. One of the main selling points for learning a new language would be how by becoming bilingual they double the possible people they can interact with and what an amazing opportunity that is. I would establish clear instructions and expectations to my classroom. I would manage it to be neat and efficient. I would also try and insight curiosity in my students so that they want to travel in their lifetimes and possibly achieve more than they may have with only one language as a tool.
Introduction
The classroom is where some of learning new languages takes place. My classroom will be set up to be warm and inviting with many displays for the students to view. There would be images from other Spanish speaking countries as well as I will have many flags from all over the world on my walls. I want my classroom to feel like the student is welcome here no matter where their home country may be and I would keep my door open for all school hours. Management and procedures in my classroom will be adaptable to a diverse population of students.
The main-stay of my classroom management philosophy is to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for all of my students so that their interests in a foreign language can grow and not be rejected. My classroom unit will remain unified and I will communicate with the other teachers in my department to organize language oriented activities as a whole. By being active in my school community I hope to create a productive and engaging learning environment. My management techniques are based on principles like respect, acceptance, grace, curiosity, and initiative. I will explicitly teach my expectations regarding each of these while maintaining an effective classroom environment.
Preparation before the School Year Starts:
The establishment of the culture and climate described above will begin before the school year starts. The physical environment in my classroom will . class sizes, and learning styles. The decorations will be relevant, attractive, and functional. Posters and flags will all be present as seen in figure 1.
Also I would try to maintain a fun and positive environment while teaching something new. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fplazasantillana%2Fclassroom-fun%2F&ei=uwSBVII_iOygBJPvgGg&psig=AFQjCNEuJH6Eq5uQf1G6D09LRUVNvfX2eA&ust=1417827227544273
Rather than creating a harsh and coercive learning environment, Marzano et al. (2009) state that,’ another option is to nurture students’ love of learning so that classwork is viewed not as unpleasant but something to look forward to.’ (31) With the proper preparation for my students which would include a vocabulary in Spanish, I would invite my students to read travel magazine and others like it to explore, and I would focus on broadening their sense of the Spanish culture by making it fun and inviting. By doing this I would automatically be creating a sound foundation for beneficial student- teacher relations. I would only place one requirement on them, the desire to learn and be open to new things. By building strong personal connection and maintaining consistent interactions with my students in each classroom, usurping the disinterested student problem is possible. By providing constant feedback to my students I will be creating a positive language environment for them to learn and excel in.
On the first day of class I plan on handing out a syllabus and providing both the students and parents with a clear guideline for my level of expectations. I would then spend the rest of the week doing class bonding activities like name games in Spanish and so forth. By attempting to create a firm sense of community in my classroom the children will be more engaged with
Image 3
Learning the language lesson plans and can use peer review more than in other classes. For example, I would want my students to familiarize themselves with basic sight words such as the ones given in image 3.
Rules and Procedures
All rules and procedures will be based on the principles respect, acceptance, grace, curiosity, and initiative. By clearly establishing the rules and procedures we as educators are providing the students with the tools necessary to ascertain our expectations.
Since my rules will be based on class principles, I will teach them by explaining specific situations and expected behavior related to these qualities. Before preceding it is important to note that according to Simonsen et al., 2008, “Effective management in the classroom has five critical features: (a) maximize structure; (b) post, teach, review, monitor, and reinforce expectations; (c) actively engage students in observable ways; (d) use a continuum of strategies to respond to appropriate behaviors; and (e) use a continuum of strategies to respond to inappropriate behaviors.’ So I plan to inhibit all five of these features in my classroom policies. I will not allow lengthy and numerous bathroom breaks, students must arrive on time or with a pass, students are also not allowed to have access to any electronic devices. I would liken my rules and procedures to that of an airline. Anything we can’t do on a plane would not be allowed in my classroom either. Students much stay seated until further notice and no knives are allowed.
Safety and Legal Requirements
Safety in the classroom is not something that a good teacher over looks because each one of the students matter. By managing a classroom efficiently and effectively the teacher prevents her students from harassment and negative repercussion in the class. Physical risks like fire, flooding, earthquakes, etc. would be gone over in class and have the appropriate marks on the doors and walls. All equipment for the classroom will be stored and kept tidy for a clean and safe work environment.
For the Fairbanks School District’s West Valley High School (FDWVHS), the school I would most like to work at, there are specific sections regarding the disciplinary actions provided that the main school rules are broken by the student. These do not vary from class to class and are something like, “No Fire Arms On School Grounds.’ Things that every student must be aware of and maintain for others safety.
Student Diversity
Student Diversity is the main reason I would love to be a Spanish teacher. I will be expected to maintain and engage with a variety of different cultures and academic levels while maintaining a standard for the norm. It will be a very challenging part of my job but by maintaining my classes’ principles and rules it will be easy to accomplish a happy and diverse student body in the language department. I will also try to work with my department teachers to reach out and engage with other students from various languages to come and try Spanish
By making my classroom filled with flags and diagrams, along with new books for them to read as well as many other people from different places to converse with, I hope to ignite a more enjoyable learning environment. I will always have an open door policy, even if it means no free lunch for me, so that all of my students feel welcomed and accepted.
Planning and Conducting Instruction:
As a language teacher I plan on demonstrating something vital to all teachers but especially to our field. My strategy will be to stick to having consistent “Withitness’. This means being constantly involved in my student’s academics and to be constantly providing them with feedback and new ideas to help them learn. Since not all language lessons can be learned in the class room I would advise them to reach out into their communities and start to speak Spanish while helping their communities. I think that the more they are out and about doing things for others, the better my students will be able to conduct themselves. I will provide a clear explanation of the dos and do not’s while going out into the community and trying to teach my students a new sense of respect for bilingual people as well as grace because they will fail at the language initially. I seek to educate my students by providing them with a whole new form of communication that can empower them to receive a brighter and more versatile future.
References:
.Fairbanks Northstar Borough School District Student Misconduct Handbook. 2014. https://www.k12northstar.org/boe/policies-regulations
Marzano, R., Gaddy, B., Foseid, M., Foseid, M., Marzano, J. (2009). Section 6: Getting off to a Good Start. A Handbook for Classroom Management that Works. Pg. 132-145.
Simonsen, B., Fairbanks, S., Briesch, A., Myers, D., & Sugai, G. (2008). Evidence-based Practices in Classroom Management: Considerations for Research to Practice. Education & Treatment Of Children, 31(3), 351-380.
