2c: Managing Classroom Procedures

A smoothly functioning classroom is a prerequisite to good instruction and high levels of student engagement. Teachers establish and monitor routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom and the efficient use of time. Hallmarks of a well-managed classroom are that instructional groups are used effectively, non-instructional tasks are completed efficiently, and transitions between activities and management of materials and supplies are skillfully done in order to maintain momentum and maximize instructional time. The establishment of efficient routines, and teaching students to employ them, may be inferred from the sense that the class “runs itself.”

Danielson, C. 2013

Artifact 2c-1: Senior Practicum Classroom

My Senior Practicum first grade classroom is full of functional and purposeful procedures. Throughout the entire day, students know when, what, and how to do something. Implementing the same procedures throughout the entirety of the day allows for good instruction and high levels of student engagement. Essentially, the classroom runs itself--even at such a young grade.

I would like to implement the following procedures in my classroom:

-assign numbers and jobs to each student

-mailboxes for each student and one main turn-it-in box

-provide schedule so all students can see

-noise level lights to show expected noise level

Artifact 2c-2: Senior Practicum Behavioral Plan

Another procedure in my mentor teacher's classroom sets boundaries in her classroom--the money system. Students are immediately rewarded for following directions quickly and quietly, helping a classmate, making a good choice, etc. If students' start to misbehave, they are warned then must give money back to the teacher. This ensures maximized instructional time and maintains momentum.