My Classroom Management Plan

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For many people, "discipline" is considered synonymous with physical punishment. For others, it is seen as something that must be done to make children behave "properly". Even the dictionary's definition seems to support this image: "1. Training of the mental, moral, and physical powers by instruction, control, and exercise. 2. Subjection to rule and authority. 3. Punishment or disciplinary action for the sake of training." Although this sounds like some kind of military training, there are many forms of discipline which do not necessarily involve some kind of abuse. Many methods exist of refraining a child from acting in a negative manner that do not undermine their self-esteem and allow them to use the lessons learned in the future. They will also begin to understand the idea of positive criticism and be able to accept it to use to their advancement, now and in the future. Although there are many ways of managing this to... ... middle of paper ... ...he homework for tonight. The bell rings and many students stay because they want to interact with the different tables set up and the computer programs. That is okay, because I am always available after class to answer questions and allow the children to work with the tables if they did not get a chance to do so during the day. Parents are also welcomed and one or two come in to see the tables or to ask me questions about their children. Today was a very productive day!

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