Classroom Management - Classroom 2.02024-03-29T13:36:27Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/classroom-management-3?commentId=649749%3AComment%3A574162&feed=yes&xn_auth=noWhile looking for classroom m…tag:www.classroom20.com,2018-05-23:649749:Comment:11720072018-05-23T08:54:41.399Zcarla sullivanhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/carlasullivan
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;">While looking for classroom management solutions recently, I came across Faronics Insight <a href="http://faronics.com/products/insight" target="_blank">http://faronics.com/products/insight</a> which is by far the best classroom management software. It has a central console which helps teachers not just monitor student activities but also control the devices of each student. It can restrict access to browsers and several…</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;">While looking for classroom management solutions recently, I came across Faronics Insight <a href="http://faronics.com/products/insight" target="_blank">http://faronics.com/products/insight</a> which is by far the best classroom management software. It has a central console which helps teachers not just monitor student activities but also control the devices of each student. It can restrict access to browsers and several applications that eliminate distractions. We first tested it in the 30 day trial period, and then took the decision of buying it.</span></p> If you are in a computer lab…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-06:649749:Comment:5746062010-12-06T18:31:00.162ZChristopher Casalhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/MrCasal
If you are in a computer lab you can get lab-management software that works well with students too.<br />
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I have a Mac lab so I use Apple Remote Desktop (there are similar apps on the PC side too). I can control, share, and lock screens. I can take screenshots of what they are working on, etc. Nothing gets your point across faster than locking every computer. Students will try to Google inappropriate stuff, I'll take a picture of their screen, print it out, and ask them if they want me to send it…
If you are in a computer lab you can get lab-management software that works well with students too.<br />
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I have a Mac lab so I use Apple Remote Desktop (there are similar apps on the PC side too). I can control, share, and lock screens. I can take screenshots of what they are working on, etc. Nothing gets your point across faster than locking every computer. Students will try to Google inappropriate stuff, I'll take a picture of their screen, print it out, and ask them if they want me to send it home. Generally a locked screen or seeing their mis-behavior in print is enough to re-direct them and rarely do I have an issue a second time.<br />
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Computer lab or not, I feel when a firm measure of accountability and consequences exist, it makes it easier for the students to focus on the work, thereby leading to a more managed classroom. When the work, accountability, and consequences are unclear and unenforced it leads to a rapid breakdown in the management. Thank you Gillian for the inf…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-06:649749:Comment:5746042010-12-06T18:20:07.962ZTerry Fonsecahttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/TerryFonseca
Thank you Gillian for the information and the supportive comments!
Thank you Gillian for the information and the supportive comments! Terry,
I had a lot of fears…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-06:649749:Comment:5744272010-12-06T02:01:16.571ZGillian Ryanhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/GillianRyan
Terry,<br />
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I had a lot of fears too before I had a classroom of my own. I got great tips from my Master teachers during student teaching. Once I was fortunate enough to get a classroom of my own, I soon found that I could handle it. There's nothing like experience as a teacher. And at your school site there will be many teachers that can give you practical advice as well.<br />
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Much of the "art" of teaching comes not just from the lessons and units you design, but how you work with kids. You will find…
Terry,<br />
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I had a lot of fears too before I had a classroom of my own. I got great tips from my Master teachers during student teaching. Once I was fortunate enough to get a classroom of my own, I soon found that I could handle it. There's nothing like experience as a teacher. And at your school site there will be many teachers that can give you practical advice as well.<br />
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Much of the "art" of teaching comes not just from the lessons and units you design, but how you work with kids. You will find your "art" evolving through the years.<br />
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Good luck! I really appreciate Gillian's…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-05:649749:Comment:5743742010-12-05T23:56:28.103ZTerry Fonsecahttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/TerryFonseca
I really appreciate Gillian's ideas on managing her class they are very helpful. I am still a student and one of my greatest fears about my classroom is how to control a room of pre-teens! In the elementary grades the attention-getting hand claps and repetitive word play works, but what works best for 4th-8th graders!
I really appreciate Gillian's ideas on managing her class they are very helpful. I am still a student and one of my greatest fears about my classroom is how to control a room of pre-teens! In the elementary grades the attention-getting hand claps and repetitive word play works, but what works best for 4th-8th graders! I have found that if a respec…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-05:649749:Comment:5742622010-12-05T06:10:08.818ZGillian Ryanhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/GillianRyan
I have found that if a respectful learning community is clearly established from day 1, the need to "manage" student behavior diminishes. I teach 5th grade and greet each student individually at the door as they enter class. They look me in they eye and return the greeting. When I need to move someone or ask someone to stop a disruptive behavior, I ask a question about the incident like, "Why do you need to be quiet?" In the beginning of the year, I'd get a response like, "...because you told…
I have found that if a respectful learning community is clearly established from day 1, the need to "manage" student behavior diminishes. I teach 5th grade and greet each student individually at the door as they enter class. They look me in they eye and return the greeting. When I need to move someone or ask someone to stop a disruptive behavior, I ask a question about the incident like, "Why do you need to be quiet?" In the beginning of the year, I'd get a response like, "...because you told me to." And we would take the time to have a short class discussion as I would ask other students for ideas until they come up with reasons that benefit them. We practice and practice and practice transitions and procedures after we identify what it should look and sound like as well model doing it correctly and incorrectly. I have found that it is important for my students to clearly see the behavior to understand my expectations. When having a class discussion on a lively topic, I ask the students what we should do with comments (keep them in your head, raise hands, take notes, or just speak out) Most of the time, they identify the need to keep comments in their head for oder and flow of the day. When they've identified the need to hold comments inside their heads, they keep each other (and me) to what they've decided. Teaching is easiest when student are able to manage themselves. It is not a quick and easy method, but as they learn to do this and the benefit it serves them, I can spend more of my time and energy teaching. Yes. I am currently reading t…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-04:649749:Comment:5741622010-12-04T04:37:32.508ZJohn Garretthttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/JohnGarrett
Yes. I am currently reading this book and love how it gives you simple things to do that will help you help your students prepare to be successful no matter whether they choose to go to college or into the workforce.<br />
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My personal favorites from the book are Expect 100%. If you ask your class to do somethign expect 100% participation; No Opt Out. Don't let students get away with saying "I don't know" if they do you can always pass them by until you get the right answer but then make sure you…
Yes. I am currently reading this book and love how it gives you simple things to do that will help you help your students prepare to be successful no matter whether they choose to go to college or into the workforce.<br />
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My personal favorites from the book are Expect 100%. If you ask your class to do somethign expect 100% participation; No Opt Out. Don't let students get away with saying "I don't know" if they do you can always pass them by until you get the right answer but then make sure you come back to them and have you give them the answer. I have found through my own e…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-02:649749:Comment:5737142010-12-02T15:07:39.412Zblankhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/SamanthaHuizar
I have found through my own experience as a student that it is important to be attentive to the teacher and listen to the lessons that are being taught. Also students have trouble following along if it is something that does not really interest them or something they cant relate to themselves or something that catches their attention. With all the new technology we have in our generation I believe using technology is a good place to start. Students tend to be more attentive when being showed…
I have found through my own experience as a student that it is important to be attentive to the teacher and listen to the lessons that are being taught. Also students have trouble following along if it is something that does not really interest them or something they cant relate to themselves or something that catches their attention. With all the new technology we have in our generation I believe using technology is a good place to start. Students tend to be more attentive when being showed something involving technology and at certain grade levels can learn to use the technology themselves for projects or activities to get them more involved! For the teachers to engage th…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-02:649749:Comment:5735652010-12-02T07:19:52.596ZKaren Moraleshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/KarenMorales
For the teachers to engage the students in the subject so that they can really understand and comprehend what it is being taught.
For the teachers to engage the students in the subject so that they can really understand and comprehend what it is being taught. That works for me too!tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-02:649749:Comment:5735322010-12-02T04:05:35.880ZNellie Makarova-Crosshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/NellieMakarovaCross
That works for me too!
That works for me too!