...Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction: Curricular Models for Student Success by Robert D. Cummings [Collaboration for Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction EDUC 5535] March, 2011 Address: 3131 Cane Mill Rd. City, State, Zip: Albany, Ga. 31721 Phone: 478-225-6233 E-mail: mike109@yahoo.com Instructor: Ron Dougall Abstract The purpose of this project is that I continue to promote an effective professional learning curriculum for my students, so that they will continue to improve their enduring understanding of strategies and concepts that I implement to help improve learning. The prospect of having these teaching communities for my students will keep them active and involved in classroom, and they will continue to reduce learning gaps as a whole because the better the enduring understanding; leads to the likelihood of a successful learning student. Demographics • Attendance roughly 800 students (85 special needs) ; 55 teachers; 5 administrators • 94% Black; 3% White; 3% Other • 254 6th graders; 246 7th graders; 302 8th graders • 46% Male; 54% Female We have made AYP the past two years, but our administration is not satisfied with that accomplishment. They are continuously researching ways to continue to improve our schools learning efforts. So in saying that, I think that they are very willing to change, and that they are always open to programs and strategies that can help our students to have success in learning. Success...
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...Classroom Behavioural Strategies and Interventions 5. CLASSROOM BEHAVIOURAL STRATEGIES AND INTERVENTIONS This section will • • • examine classroom techniques for addressing behavioural issues explain the process and strategies for working with behavioural concerns provide examples of the positive strategies and resources available to address behaviour Before anything else, This section will focus on classroom strategies and interventions that address the discipline/behavioural challenges of students who are alcohol-affected. It is getting ready is the important to remember that these students have permanent neurological damage secret of success. that will make changing behaviour difficult. Some of the behaviour management strategies used with other students may not be successful for the child who is alcohol-affected. Unique and individual interventions are more important than any prescribed behaviour program. Some examples of useful interventions include building relationships, adapting the environment, managing sensory stimulation, changing communication strategies, providing prompts and cues, using a teach, review, and reteach process, and developing social skills. The classroom teacher needs to ensure acceptance for all students in the classroom. Teachers’ actions that can promote acceptance include • choosing learning materials to represent all groups of students • ensuring that all students can participate in extra activities • valuing, respecting, and talking about...
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...Classroom Management Plan: CALMM CLASS 9th-12th grade Kristin Guffey I currently teach at Soddy Daisy High School in the CALMM Class. CALMM stands for Coaching All Mentoring and Modeling. I teach social skills to high functioning autistic high school students. I have 12 students in my class. I have 3 girls and 9 boys in my classroom. There ages are from 14-18 years old. In my class students are instructed to walk into the room and sit at their assigned seats at the big tables in the middle of the room. If they need materials at their individual desks along the wall, they raise their hands to get permission. Usually students enter one or two at a time, due to their varied schedules. Students each have a desk for their supplies, backpacks, etc. They only have what is needed for the time being on the tables in the middle of the room. This prevents them from getting their things in others' way and arguing about stuff on the table. The room is not large, but there is plenty of walking space around the tables and desks. Usually there are only one or two people moving at a time. My desk is in the corner where I can see everyone, and the educational assistant’s desks are in the other corner where they can see everyone as well. My computer is in the corner by my desk, where it is not vulnerable to students messing with it. A book shelf with curriculum materials is along the wall behind my desk. It is accessible to my educational assistants and I. Students may get things...
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...Survival Tips How the teacher should act (Kohl, 2014): • Teachers should act as role models in the classroom to students. • Respect should be displayed to the students by listening to them and being understanding of any concerns they may have. • A teacher must show an interest in students’ lives outside of school to show them that they are valued • The teacher must model positive behavior in order to create a positive environment for the students. How students are expected to behave (USCS, 2001): • Students are expected to display good manners to the teachers as well as to their peers. • Students are encouraged to engage in class activities and ask questions at any time. • Students are expected to follow all given rules and procedures in the classroom. • Students are expected to complete all assignments. What the classroom might look and feel like (Wong and Wong, 1998): • A classroom is set up for student’s to work productively. • The room has a positive climate which allows the student’s to work under calm and pleasant environment. • The students are behaving in such a way that the rules and procedures are enforced. • Students are being respectful and cooperating with each other. How the teacher helps students conduct themselves properly (Kelly, 2014): • The teacher should display positive actions and attitudes to maintain control. • Teachers should be consistent in enforcing all rules. • Over planning...
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...Classroom and Behavior Management Plan Dr. Renee Murley Learning in the Urban Environment ICL 7709 July 31, 2009 Rules and Procedures On the first day of class, the students and I will have a conversation about my expectations and the students’ expectations for the classroom. From these expectations, together, we will create a set of guidelines for conduct in the classroom. We will also discuss common occurrences in the classroom such as late arrival, preparation for class, etc., and how they should be handled. From this class forum, we will derive the rules and procedures that will govern our classroom. Whereas, not all rules and procedures will be negotiable, we will discuss the meaning, rationality, and fairness of each rule, and also how these rules fit into the framework of the school’s guidelines. This is done with the idea in mind that if students have a part in creating the classroom rules and procedures that they will be more apt to follow them. These rules will be posted permanently in the classroom, on the teacher’s website, and also printed in written form so that the information may be given to the students, parents, and administrators. General guidelines for behaviors will be as follows: 1) Be respectful of the thoughts, feelings, personal space, and property of others and self. 2) Be on time and prepared for class. 3) Be in your desk and prepared to work when the bell rings. 4) Do ask permission before speaking or getting out of your...
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...A Case Study of Disruptive Behavior in The Classroom 1 A Case Study of Disruptive Behavior in The Classroom Grand Canyon University-EDU536 Peggy Mosley 05/01/13 A Case Study of Disruptive Behavior in The Classroom 2 Both parents worked long hours, Tammy's father is a pie and cookie chef at the locate bread factory, he leaves for work at 5:00 a.m. and gets home by 3:00 in the evening. Her mother works at the mall as a sales manager at one of the clothing stores. Tammy's mom sees all the children off to school before she has to be at work, she works 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at night. She is usually home to say good-night to the children. There are five children in the family: Richard is 6 years old and in the first grade, Barbara is 9 years old and in the fourth grade, Allen is16 years old and a 10th grader, Diana is a 14 year old 8th grader who has a learning-disability. A disorder in the basic psychological processes involving understanding or the use of language, which the disorder may reveal itself in an imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell,...
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...Classroom Management Plan Introduction and Overview In teaching there is no one style of classroom management that fits all classrooms. Every classroom is unique, with diverse students going through many things especially in a middle school classroom. Nonetheless, that’s why having a formal, written classroom management plan is of utmost importance especially in a changing classroom. Hence, in planning my own classroom management plan it is why I implemented a plan that relies highly on teacher preparation and organization. I have learned in my short time in the classroom that problems will occur no matter what you do in the classroom. However, being prepared by having a set of rules, procedures, and consequences for certain discipline problems within the classroom is the best method for a successful learning environment. In middle school classroom, students both females and males alike are going through both physical and emotional changes. Having a teacher who they can rely on as an advisor or even a person of confidence is of utmost importance in order to build a family of learners. Classroom Arrangement I arrange students in group tables of four or five students depending on the group of students. I’m most comfortable with this arrangement as it allows for the most amount of free space, and also provides more working space for students when doing group activities. Even though my desk is in the front of the classroom, I will try and not spend much time there, rather...
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...based on grades. | Assessments | Assessment is linked to success: Teacher uses results to update teaching methods. Student competencies are developed and improved. All students assumed capable. | Assessment is linked to proof of knowledge: Students are tested to prove knowledge of content and are classified according to scores. Some are weeded out, not allowed to graduate or have to re-take the test or entire course. | Classroom Environment | The classroom environment is important to teaching and learning: The physical space is adjusted to meet learner diversity. Desk and classroom arrangement promotes interactivity, active learning, and positive interaction. The climate is flexible and meets the diversity of all learner needs. Cooperation and active learning is emphasized through a variety of student-centered activities. | The environment is not a consideration for teaching and learning: The physical space is not orderly or organized and does not promote active learning and positive interaction. No thought of learner interaction considered for classroom arrangement. The rigid climate is not flexible or responsive to learners. May promotes strong competitiveness and does not sufficiently foster cooperation and/or active learning. | Responsibilities | Professionalism is an important attribute in education: The instructor must be...
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...Classroom Management Krystal Alford AED/200 March 31, 2013 Melissa Randolph An Effective Classroom Management Workshop Workshop Presenter: Krystal Alford Organization, Motivation, Discipline, and teaching style Organization, motivation, discipline and a teaching style are all essential elements of an effective classroom that acts as a positive learning environment for students. Classroom organization can affect how students learn and your own ability as a teacher to reach the students success. I set up my student’s desk where everything is visible to see, and I creatively use my classroom space to enhance the learning experiences of my students. Motivation should be major factor in a teacher's management of learning and behaviour in the classroom. In my classroom I use positive feedback and encouragement to help keep my students enthusiastic about learning and motivated to work during class. Discipline is also element essential for an effective functioning classroom. In my classroom we as a group set our classroom rules and actions for breaking them. The way you teach can be analyzed into different teaching styles and developing an effective teaching style requires time, effort, the willingness to try different teaching strategies. I use the facilitator teaching style where I focus on the activities; this style is centered on student-centered learning. I design student-to student collaboration, group activities, and problem solving. Organization, Motivation, Discipline...
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...the interviews regarding student behavior and its implications for the classroom, teaching and learning. NOTE: If possible provide a copy of district/school documents that can be retained by course instructor. It is important for you to follow the suggested format closely. Section 1: Document Review (Give a brief description of the school environment, socioeconomic status, and type of location, grade levels or whatever else you can to describe the school setting) 1. What did you discover about the structure and documents the district/school established for maintaining/supporting an environment that that minimizes disruption to the learning process? 2. What do you believe are the strengths and weaknesses of the structure(s) and documents? Were there gaps? What could be done to improve the structures/documents? 3. If you were a teacher in the school/district, would the structure be sufficiently helpful? Section 2: Questions to use for teacher and administrator Interviews 4. What is the districts/schools philosophy and policy regarding student behavior and discipline? 5. With respect to student behavior and discipline, does the school have a student handbook and or code of conduct as well as clear general procedures for teachers to follow? 6. What do you believe are the most significant student behavior requirements/rules/regulations: a) In the school b) In the classroom? 7. What are the primary strategies for disciplining students for inappropriate...
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...Classroom Behavior Management Guidelines for Success INTRODUCTION How do the most effective teachers… • manage behavior in their multi-ethnic, multi-cultural classrooms? • develop and use classroom rules and routines? • use classroom consequences that work? • design positive behavioral supports for challenging behaviors? • avoid career- and health-threatening frustration and burnout? The establishment and maintenance of safe and supportive classrooms that contribute to high quality student achievement are critical skills that are rarely taught at the university. Consequently, those skills must be crafted and honed “on the job.” Each school and each classroom presents its own unique challenges, and because every year brings a new group of students, teachers must become lifelong learners. The foundation of this learning lies in just a few research-supported principles and actions, TeachSafeSchools.com and the Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention and Treatment have condensed the information for ready consumption. Everything starts with TEACH: T.E.A.C.H. T – Tailor for diversity. Make it a point to know as much as possible about your students, including their diverse cultural, ethnic, behavioral, and learning characteristics, along with stressors they may experience outside of school. E – Encourage positive behavior. Aim for a 4:1 ratio of positive comments to negative corrections for all the students. A – Arrange the environment...
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...Chapter 3 Establishing Positive Teacher –student relations: 1. Establishing Positive Teacher-Student Relationships 2. Research indicates that academic achievementand students’ behaviors are influenced by the quality of the teacher-student relationship. 3. KleinfieldKleinfield analyzed teachers’ relationships withEskimo and Native American students who had bothmoved to a more urban setting.Findings He found that the more effective teachers showed apersonal interest in the students and alsodemanded solid academic achievement. 4. Center for Research on the Context of SecondarySchool Teaching at Stanford UniversityResearchers investigated students’ perceptions offactors that influence academic achievement.Findings Many student comments emphasized that theywere able to achievement better in classes whenthey felt that the teachers cared. 5. Wehlage, Rutter, Smith, Lesko, and Fernandez(1989)These researchers reported the following roadblocks to apositive teacher-student relationship:1. Adjustment: Schools do not provide a personal and supportive environment.2. Difficulty: The type of instructional strategies utilized (i.e., lecture) and the fact that there was not enough time proved difficult for students.3. Incongruence: There was a lack of personal-social alignment between the students and the school.4. Isolation: Students had no personal relationship with adults. 6. Wehlage, Rutter, Smith, Lesko, and Fernandez (1989)These researchers reported the following...
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...Classroom Behavior Management Guidelines for Success INTRODUCTION How do the most effective teachers… • manage behavior in their multi-ethnic, multi-cultural classrooms? • develop and use classroom rules and routines? • use classroom consequences that work? • design positive behavioral supports for challenging behaviors? • avoid career- and health-threatening frustration and burnout? The establishment and maintenance of safe and supportive classrooms that contribute to high quality student achievement are critical skills that are rarely taught at the university. Consequently, those skills must be crafted and honed “on the job.” Each school and each classroom presents its own unique challenges, and because every year brings a new group of students, teachers must become lifelong learners. The foundation of this learning lies in just a few research-supported principles and actions, TeachSafeSchools.com and the Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention and Treatment have condensed the information for ready consumption. Everything starts with TEACH: T.E.A.C.H. T – Tailor for diversity. Make it a point to know as much as possible about your students, including their diverse cultural, ethnic, behavioral, and learning characteristics, along with stressors they may experience outside of school. E – Encourage positive behavior. Aim for a 4:1 ratio of positive comments to negative corrections for all the students. A – Arrange the environment...
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...Classroom Organization and Management Plan Abstract The following essay discusses rules, Standards, Strategies, Accommodations and Formulas, that are utilized in my 9th grade health class. Pictures of my code of conduct and rules are included also. Rules Behavior is a choice, and a teacher's role is to aid students when learning to make good choices. Inappropriate behavior is not acceptable. It should be followed by negative consequences and therefore be discouraged. When the teacher responds to different behaviors, either positive, or negative, it teaches the student something. School is a place where students are given the opportunity to learn and receive an education as well as socialize. Part of the learning process is interaction. However, it should only occur when the time is suitable. Being in the classroom should be considered a privilege. That privilege should only be given if a student's behavior does not interfere with the ability of the teacher to teach effectively. Classroom rules are a crucial component to allow teachers to be successful in the classroom. As stated by Jones, “Either you work the crowd, or the crowd works you” (2007, pg. 30). Each teacher must tailor their classroom rules to their particular style and pet peeves. What works for one teacher, may not work for the next. As Suagi stated, "Teachers are challenged to provide...
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...Related Learning how to manage your classroom and discipline your students is essential in being a good teacher. In order for us to fully understand the importance of both, we must explore what they signify as well as what behavior and misbehavior mean. We will discover their meanings, their likenesses, and how they are distinct. We will also explore how they correlate to one another. An effective teacher creates and maintains orderliness in their classroom. By using proactive procedures of communication, behaviors can often be changed. Discipline means to teach self-control. Management is the act of taking charge or taking care of something. Behavior is the act of how one behaves. Misbehavior is being inappropriately, or acting as one should not. Discipline: DISCIPLINE AND MANAGE 3 Management: Behavior: DISCIPLINE AND MANAGE 4 Misbehavior: Classroom management and classroom discipline share a connection with each other. They are distinctly separate but without them both a teacher will struggle in a classroom full of anarchy. Behavior and misbehavior also share a parallel but epitomize different levels of transgression. Classroom management emphasizes how a classroom is directed or organized. A positive classroom is requires much planning and provision. Classroom management is a necessary...
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