Ten Tips for Effective Classroom Management February 20, 2014 Ten Tips for Effective Classroom Management Communicator February 2014, Volume 37, Issue 6 Keeping a classroom under control is often a teacher’s biggest challenge—but a new report suggests that teacher preparation programs aren’t doing enough to help aspiring teachers learn classroom management. Ten Tips for Effective Classroom Management February 20, 2014 Communicator The National Council on Teacher Quality’s (NCTQ) December 2013 report, “Training our future teachers: Classroom Management” argues that many of the nation’s teacher preparation programs provide inadequate training in proper classroom management techniques. The report cites research that states over 40 percent of new teachers felt either “not at all prepared,” or “only somewhat prepared” to handle classroom management and discipline. Part of the problem stems from the assumption that instructional virtuosity will erase the need for defined classroom management strategies. However, this way of thinking ignores how classroom management strategies can enhance teaching at every level. NCTQ makes five research-based recommendations on what strategies should be taught in teacher preparation programs. These strategies should be considered equally by principals who want to encourage better classroom management among their own teachers:
In addition to these “Big Five” recommendations, the report also identifies a number of strategies that principals and teachers should consider.
Combined with the “Big Five,” these classroom management strategies can help teachers stay in control and spend more time teaching. By encouraging these skills in new teachers, principals can help fill the gap between preparation and practice. —Ned Colbert, NAESP communications assistant — Copyright © 2014. National Association of Elementary School Principals. No part of the articles in NAESP magazines, newsletters, or website may be reproduced in any medium without the permission of the National Association of Elementary School Principals. For more information, view NAESP’s reprint policy Advertisement Communicator Banner Image (400x72px)Related ContentWhat things do teachers need to consider in managing the class?Classroom Management Guide. Organizing your Classroom and Supplies. ... . Establishing Classroom Norms and Expectations. ... . Fostering Student Accountability. ... . Getting Off to a Good Start. ... . Planning and Conducting Instruction. ... . Managing Cooperative Learning Groups. ... . Maintaining Appropriate Student Behavior. ... . Communication Skills for Teaching.. What are the essential tip to effective classroom management?Try these effective classroom management strategies with your students to become a happier, more effective teacher.. Model ideal behavior. ... . Let students help establish guidelines. ... . Document rules. ... . Avoid punishing the class. ... . Encourage initiative. ... . Offer praise. ... . Use non-verbal communication. ... . Hold parties.. What skills should every teacher have to manage their classrooms?Read on to learn about some practical and effective strategies.. Build an authoritative personality. ... . Know your subject well. ... . Involve students to create classroom guidelines. ... . Make room for initiatives. ... . Set learning expectations before each lecture. ... . Incorporate Interactive Teaching techniques. ... . Schedule fun activities.. Why is it important for teachers to manage his her class well?Effective classroom management
Classroom management systems are effective because they increase student success by creating an orderly learning environment that enhances students' academic skills and competencies, as well as their social and emotional development.
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