My Classroom Management Plan

Classroom Management Plan

v Theoretical Introduction

Philosophy of Classroom management

Creating a well managed classroom involves deliberate planning and thought. Like the study of science, each part of the classroom scheme builds upon others and the classroom becomes an intertwined community of interdependent parts. In science, there are underlying laws that structure all other scientific actions and reactions. Similarly, the underlying classroom philosophy provides the backbone for my classroom management plan.

School is a place where individuals grow, develop, and explore their future interests. This necessitates that the classroom is an environment where students feel supported, respected, and competent. I accomplish this by taking a genuine interest in my students; candidly building relationships and student confidence. Each learner will be recognized for the unique talents and background that they bring to the classroom. There is an organized structure to the class, along with conduits for freedom, flexibility, and student input. This results in a cooperative spirit and a greater openness to communication if conflict does arise.

The fundamental values that govern my classroom culture are consistency and accountability. I hold myself to a high standard and ask that my students do the same. I encourage my students to act responsibly and with integrity; modeling my expectations of fairness and reliability through my own actions. Ultimately, my goal is that growth of character is cultivated along with intellect in the classroom.

Assumptions of young people and learning

Humans are intrinsically curious creatures who construct knowledge and meaning through observations an...

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...tudents to clean up their work areas reminding them that all the scissors and left over materials should be returned to the student supply drawers and all of the scraps of paper and tape should be thrown in the trash. All boxes will be kept until the following day to be examined and discussed. Tomorrow, the class will look at the different designs in detail and answer questions about the construction, design, and group process. They will also calculate and compare the efficiency rating of the four boxes whose critical load weights were recorded. Before the bell rings the room is spotless (you told us to dream, right?) I thank the students for their effort and remind them that I am pleased that everybody participated in cleaning the class so that the next class will come into a clean room. The students leave the classroom still talking to each other about the designs.