Classroom Management

"We are what we repeatedly do.

Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit."

– Aristotle

Tips to Manage Your 1:1 Classroom

  • Establish policies and practices that cultivate a unified and collaborative culture. Invite students into the process of establishing norms in your classroom.
  • Choose Educational Technology tools that integrate seamlessly, are simple to use and enhance learning.
  • Personal communication (Social media, personal email, text messaging apps) are not permitted unless specified by the teacher
  • Do not permit students to take pictures of each other unless consent is given
  • Regularly communicate clear expectations for appropriate Internet use. Take advantage of teachable moments to have conversations with students.
  • Positively reinforce appropriate online behavior by finding moments to praise students.
  • Use software solutions that allow teachers to view student Internet activity in real time when possible

An example of a code of conduct you can use on your course syllabus for your department

Student Expectation Contract (Google Doc Version)

Using technology is a vital component of the Bill Crothers Academic program. With the use of digital devices in the classroom comes additional student responsibility for appropriate usage. Please read the list of student responsibilities and sign below to acknowledge that you will adhere to these expectations.

I understand that I have the responsibility to:

· Use my device in accordance with the YRDSB technology code of conduct;

· Use my device for curriculum-related activities only;

· Refrain from taking any photos or videos in class, unless they are for curriculum-related activities. I will not share any content from class on any social media site;

· Regularly back up my files, at least once a week;

· Come to class with my device charged and ready to use;

· Ensure I have my device charger, in case of emergency;

· Keep my course files organized so that I can immediately show the teacher my work, upon request.

I understand my responsibilities for appropriate device usage in the classroom. I will abide by these expectations at all times.

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Student Name Student Signature

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Parent Name Parent Signature