Consider preventative methods of classroom management. Classroom management is not just about punishing students who behave poorly. It is also about practicing preventative measures that help you get control of a classroom before someone misbehaves. Set the tone on the first day of class. Start building relationships with your students by being friendly and getting to know each other. Share the rules and consequences so they know up front how you expect them to behave. Create a positive classroom environment. Encourage students to participate and acknowledge their contributions. Treat one another with respect. Utilize a variety of teaching methods. Students learn in different ways. Use a mixture of lecture, small groups, activities, games, and multimedia. Set your procedures and routines within the first two weeks. Review these when needed especially after Winter and Spring Break. Stick to a routine. This lets students know what to expect each day in class. While moving away from the routine periodically can be effective for special days, doing it often causes students to be unprepared.
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