Classroom Management, A powerpoint about how to manage classrooms with a langauge barrier

A powerpoint that teaches people how to better manage a classroom.

1. Classroom Management PCVs Colton & Melissa

2. Session Goals Demonstrate Classroom Management Strategy After introducing classroom management strategies, individual PCTs will model 1 classroom management strategy for the group. Analyze Classroom Management Strategy . #1 #2 Independently, PCTs will choose 2 classroom management strategies to analyze, identifying 3 pros and 3 cons of each strategy and providing examples of contexts in which these strategies can be used.

3. Ask RPCVs When asked, “Upon arrival to permanent site, what scenario or situation did you feel you were least prepared to handle in the classroom?” 100% of RPCVs surveyed cited classroom management

4. Write : What words do you associate with Classroom Management? (1 minute) Pair: With the person next to you, discuss your thoughts. (2 minutes) Share: Contribute your examples to the group discussion. (3 minutes) Write -Pair-Share

5. Classroom Management Materials Space Learners Time

6. Write : Why do you think students misbehave? (1 minute) Pair: With the person next to you, discuss your thoughts. (2 minutes) Share: Contribute your examples to the group discussion. (3 minutes) Write -Pair-Share

7. Why do Students Misbehave? Needs Attention Bored Give Positive Reinforcement Create choices Create achievable goals Give students opportunities to direct their own learning, (at their level) Needs Control Low Self-Esteem Give them responsibility (team leader, paper collector, etc.) Avoid criticizing, prioritize redirection Tate, Marcia L. Shouting Won′t Grow Dendrites: 20 Techniques to Detour Around the Danger Zone . Thousand Oaks CA : Corwin, 2014.

8. General Strategies Callbacks Teacher: “1, 2…” Learners: “Eyes on you!” Count-Off for Groups Routines Warm-up Exit Tickets Name Cards, Learning Names Special Attention to Secret Student, reward based Positive Reinforcement Teacher: “ Anahit looks ready, good job Anahit !” Rapport Building Simon Says Timers Think-Pair-Share Nonverbal cues - (opening books, walking around) Silence on the board

9. Think: What management strategies have you used or seen in teaching? (1 minute) Pair: With the person next to you, discuss and make a list of as many strategies as you can. (2 minutes) Share: Contribute one example to the group list. (3 minutes) Think-Pair-Share Let’s demonstrate!

10. Role Routine In the Armenian Classroom Counterpart ≠ Substitute Learner-Centered Methodologies Native English Speaker Not in charge of classroom management Class with CP Clubs/Camps Alone Consistency is Key

11. Ask Colton 1. “Wha t management strategies worked best in your classrooms?” Positive reinforcement Having EI in the cultural context Never pointing with a finger Raising voice & never yelling Being Student-centered Eye contact 2. “When d id your class(es) feel unmanageable?” Subbing for my CP

12. Ask Melissa 1. “Wha t management strategies worked best in your classrooms?” Being present, walking around the classroom, being open and available for questions, checking students work throughout group and independent work. Sticking around kids that need help, and modifying exercises so they’re able to participate. 2. “When d id your class(es) feel unmanageable?” Balancing excitement and a calm classroom during my clubs.

13. Exit Ticket Which tip or strategy from today’s session do you want to try in practicum?

14. Thank you! WhatsApps: Colton - [phone] Melissa - [phone]