One of the scariest parts of a learner-centered environment is coming up with a plan for student-centered behavior management that coincides with the learning process. It’s not difficult, but it seems like it could be overwhelming. If the premise of student-led learning is to have kids up and moving and making noise, how is there … Read more
We know that peer pressure can be a very negative experience for our students, but can it be used for good? I often discuss the concept of positive peer pressure, and it does, in fact, exist. This often gives me the side-eye as teachers ask, “how can peer pressure be positive and give examples”. As … Read more
We are all about making our lives easier in the classroom, that’s for sure. Finding a great classroom management observation tool is a good step in making this happen. A good classroom management observation tool will be all the difference in executing a classroom management plan that not only works, but you can keep track … Read more
In our classrooms, we are constantly finding ways to create an atmosphere of family. This leaves many teachers searching for the best community building in the classroom activities. These activities go far beyond the typical ice breaker you might decide to play on the first day of school. Community building in the classroom activities should … Read more
All teachers have an idea of what their classroom management goals are. We all have the notion of our picture-perfect classroom, but how can we get there? CAN we even get there? Though no classroom will ever be perfect, you can reach your classroom management goals with a plan in place and the understanding that … Read more
Gamifying education is a huge buzz right now in schools. This doesn’t mean that students spend their time gaming during school as many would believe. Instead, gamifying education allows students to actively engage in content material. One way that many teachers are doing this is by creating classroom management games. Classroom management games can come … Read more
I remember my first year of teaching like it was yesterday. Not only are you trying to figure out all the pieces of your curriculum and school protocol, but you’re also trying to come up with a solid classroom management plan that consistently works. Classroom management for new teachers is especially critical now as teachers … Read more
It’s no secret that the last hurdle in teaching has been achieving student engagement using technology. While the use of technology in the classroom has been on the rise for some time now, it wasn’t until the COVID-19 crisis occurred that schools had no choice but to figure out the best practices for student engagement … Read more
As teachers, we are always trying to find ways to help ourselves out in the classroom, whether that is making something just a little bit easier or a way to connect with our students just a little bit more. One example that I often have teachers asking me if I can help them with is … Read more
It’s no secret that there is a direct correlation between student engagement and academic performance, but many teachers are unsure of how to make the connection consistently to get it to stick. Fortunately, there are many activities to make this happen. Below are 25 ways to get students excited about learning! First, it is important … Read more
Many teachers find themselves trying to find ways to implement a new classroom management idea. How can they make learning fun? How can they engage students today when the media they are surrounded by is more captivating than the teacher in front of them? While at no time should student engagement and motivation come down … Read more
As a teacher begins to draft their philosophy for classroom management, there are so many moving pieces to keep into consideration. It is important to remember that their philosophy for classroom management will be created with the intent of providing a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. It has been shown that keeping … Read more