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ARRANGING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
The Academy of the Arts at
Henry Snyder High School
Presented by: Diane TormanSIG Supervisor, Curriculum &
Instruction/Professional Development
The Learning Environment
Goals:Examine how classroom environments affect learning.Think about suggestions for improving the environment.Create a checklist for ensuring a positive environment.
What the Research says…
Research has shown that the physical arrangement of the classroomaffects both student and teacher behaviors (Savage, 1999; Stewart & Evans, 1997; Weinstein, 1992) improves student academic and behavioral outcomes (MacAulay, 1990; Walker, Colvin, & Ramsey, 1995; Walker & Walker, 1991).symbolizes what teachers value in behavior and learningtriggers fewer behavior problemsestablishes a climate conducive to learning
Factors that Support Teaching/Learning
Classroom Management
Classroom management is the process of establishing
and maintaining an effective learning environment.
Successful teachers place more emphasis on classroom management than on their roles as authority figures or disciplinarians.
What is Classroom Management
It’s effective disciplineIt’s being prepared for classIt’s motivating your studentsIt’s providing a safe, comfortable
learning environmentIt’s building your students’ self
esteemIt’s being creative and imaginative in
daily lessons
What is Classroom Management
And . . . . . It’s different for EVERYONE!! WHY?
Teaching StylesPersonality/AttitudesStudent populationNot all management strategies are
effective for every teacherTry different strategies to see if they
work for you
Why is Classroom Management Important?
Satisfaction and enjoyment in teaching are dependent upon leading students to cooperate
Classroom management issues are of highest concern for beginning teachers
Principles for successful classroom management
Deal with disruptive behaviors but also manage to minimize off-task, non-disruptive behaviors
Teach students to manage their own behavior
Students learn to be on-task and engaged in the learning activities you have planned for them It is more natural to be off-task than on
Techniques for Better Classroom Control
•Over plan your lessons to ensure you fill the period with learning activities
•Come to class prepared
•Show confidence in your teaching
•Learn student names as quickly as possible
Keys to Good Classroom Management
Make classroom arrangement consistent with one's teaching philosophy.
Keep high-traffic areas free from congestion.
Ensure that students can be seen easily by the teacher.
Keep frequently used materials and student supplies readily accessible.
Be certain students can easily see whole-class presentations and displays.
Student Engagement
Student engagement and on-task behaviors are dependent on how smoothly and efficiently teachers move from one learning activity to another
The Goal:Increase the variety of learning activities but decrease transition time.
Student Engagement
Allocated time: the time periods you intend for your students to be
engaged in learning activitiesTransition time:
time periods that exist between times allocated for learning activities
Examples Getting students assembled and attentive Assigning reading and directing to begin Getting students’ attention away from reading and
preparing for class discussion
Physical Environment
Arranging a positive learning environment should: Meet the needs of the students Meet the philosophy of the teacher Address the content area of the classroom Take into account the age and the developmental needs of the studentsFoster collaborative relationshipsAddress the academic and emotional needs of studentsSet the tone for social interactionsEstablish administrative philosophies
Planning & Conducting Classroom Instruction
Planning classroom activities: types‣Openers to transition into the classroom (Do Now’s) and Closers
‣Checking work: must teach appropriate procedures
‣Discussion: encourage evaluation, awareness of other points of view, sharing of opinions; requires planning prompting questions and management of activity.
‣Small-group work: lab work, promote greater comprehension, cooperative learning, reciprocal teaching
Setting the Tone
Cooperation through CommunicationVerbalize descriptions of behaviors and
never value judgments about individualsVerbalize feelings but remain in controlDO NOT USE SARCASMDo not place labels (good or bad)Do not get students hooked on praise
Praise the work and behavior – not the students themselves
Classroom Environment
Take advantage of the first days of class. It is much easier to establish this environment from the beginning rather than late.
Establish an environment in which achieving specified learning goals takes priority over other concerns
Be particularly prepared and organizedMinimize transition timeUtilize a communication style that promotes a
non-threatening, comfortable environmentClearly establish expectations for conduct
ClassroomEnvironment
Print Rich EnvironmentCurrent student workTeacher created anchor charts (from mini
lessons)Poster identifying the unit themeEssential QuestionsCore novel character and summary chartsVarious rubrics (reading, writing, math.
Social studies, projects)
Classroom Libraries
Well stocked and neatly organizedMultiple reading levels indicatedEasily accessible for students to borrow with lending system established
Variety of genres
Classroom Library
Classroom Library
Classroom ManagementClassroom Management of
Language Arts Class
Daily schedule of literacy blockRules postedHomework assignments and deadlines posted daily
Task board for organization of hubsLesson objective clearly posted and/or stated
Writing Process
Word Word Walls WALLS
Reflects ongoing instructionVaried word walls (including all content areas)
Display is easily read by studentsInteractive for students to gain meaning
Content Area Word Walls
ThinkPair ShareWhat is your favorite classroom management
tip?