Effective Learning Environments

By: Ashlyn AndersonLaura Fabian

Sari GerthEmily Pesek

Come up and grab a piece of paper and take out a writing utensil…

Activity

These are the main issues effected by unclear direction:

› Time› Transitions› Classroom Procedures› Behavior

Using Time Well Engaged Time/ Time on-task: Time

spent engaged in learning.› Most important aspect of time for

classroom learning› Under direct control of teacher

Allocated Time Time during which students have the

opportunity to learn

Maximize Allocated Time: Preventing Lost Time Preventing Late Starts and Early

Finishes Preventing Interruptions Handling Routine Procedures Minimizing Time

Spent on Discipline

Classroom Jobs

Clean Board Line Leader “Operator”

Paper Passer“Gopher” Floor Monitor

Permitting Activities that Engage Students’ Minds & Imaginations

The best way to increase students’ time on-task is to teach lessons that are

interesting, engaging, and relevant to students’ interests so that students will

pay attention.

Managing Transitions1. The teacher should give a clear signal

2. Students must be certain about what they are to do

3. Make transitions all at once

Creating an Atmosphere that is Conducive to

Interest Starting the Year out Right

› 6 Characteristics of Effective Classroom Managers

Establishing Caring Connections between Teachers and Students

Atmosphere cont. Setting Class Rules and Procedures

› Few in Number› Fair› Clearly Explained

Preventing & Responding to Misbehavior

Preventing & Responding to Misbehavior

Prevention Nonverbal Cues

-Eye contact-Moving close to student-Placing hand on student’s shoulder

Preventing & Responding to Misbehavior

Verbal Reminders Praising

Preventing & Responding to Misbehavior

Applying Consequences Use when all previous steps are ineffective Consequences include: sending the student out

of class, making the student miss part of recess, or calling the students parents

Preventing Serious Behavior Problems

Preventive Programs Enforcing School Rules and

Practices Enforcing School Attendance Check and Connect Practicing Intervention Requesting Family Involvement Last Resort

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