Diploma in Teaching Technical Vocational Education
Subject: Education Psychology.
Task No2: Essay Writing.
Topic: Ten (10) Strategies for classroom Management for Effective
Learning.
Student name: Yekil Kusal
Programme: Diploma in Teaching Technical Vocational Education
Year: 2024
Lecturer: Mr Henry Maino
Introduction
Effective classroom management is essential for creating a productive and a very conducive learning
environment for the student learners and is an essential tool to use as teachers. A good teacher that
organises his or her classroom well can achieve a successful classroom management which can also
prevent problems and promote student behaviour at a desirable level. Below are ten (10) examples
effective management tools or ideas.
1. Classroom Rules
Clearly communicate procedures, rules and expectations for Behaviour, Participation,
Attendance and Academic Performance objectives to the students at the beginning of the
school year, establishing these procedures are crucial and must be made known at the early
stages. For example, the teacher can create a classroom contract with outlined rules or price
tags against each objective depending on their importance or be disciplined for unfavourable
or undesirable behaviours.
2. Adequate preparation and professional development
Adequate preparation and professional development sounds simple and achievable but is
crucial in any field that one occupies. As for teachers, it requires good and manageable
planning to avoid problems in the classroom daily and throughout the calendar year. This may
include preparing daily, termly and yearly lessons for the class considering varieties which
includes interests, motivation and provision of lessons that suits the students’ capability and
need. This process also involves continuous learning, skills enhancements, personal growth to
be equipped with knowledge and staying focussed with current trends and best practises.
Example, take up courses to further knowledge in field of subject.
3. Building positive relationships
As teachers and educators, building positive relationships with their students is a
fundamental tool in fostering a positive and productive learning environment. It is the
teachers’ responsibility to create a safe and supportive environment where the students feel
valued, respected and at the same time empowered to learn. Examples like, greeting them,
saying hello, smile, getting to know them at their personal level by taking time to know their
interests, hobbies, goals and by showing your interest in their lives outside of the classroom
and beyond which they can inherit and use.
4. Knowing Students
As educators, it is crucial to truly know and understand our students in order to effectively
support their learning and development. By taking the time required to build a teacher –
student relationship, the teacher can gain valuable insights in their strengths, weakness or
having knowledge in specific skills, examples like in reading, writing, class participations and
group involvement activities.
5. Creating a Cohesive / Organised Classroom Group
Encouraging and creating a cohesive classroom group is essential for fostering a positive
learning environment where students feel supported, valued, have the sense of belonging to
a group. By building strong relationships with one another, students can collaborate
effectively, communicate openly and work towards achieving a common goal, one of the
aspects is promoting teamwork and collaboration, examples like working together in group
projects, assignments and practical activities. Another factor in creating a cohesive classroom
group is fostering open communication, providing opportunities for the students to share
their thoughts, ideas and feelings, encourage them to express themselves freely and
respectfully. Examples like group activities, discussions and presentations.
6. Effective Communication
Effective communication is a crucial aspect of creating a positive and inclusive learning
environment in the classroom and for a good classroom management. Teachers can promote
open dialogues, be active listeners, being friendly and understanding, teachers can help
students feel connected and supported in their academic journey as the absorb the days
lessons. Effective communication is a fundamental component of a successful experience and
by fostering empathy, respect and collaboration through open dialogue and active listening
which teachers can create a supportive learning environment in the classroom.
7. Praise and Encouragement
Praise and encouragement are powerful tools and plays an important role in shaping students
attitudes towards learning and their behaviours and significantly impact students on
motivation, engagement, and in their achievements. By acknowledging the students hard
work, efforts and progress, teachers can boost their self-esteem and intrinsic motivation, by
incorporating these strategies into practise, teachers can create a positive learning
environment for their students.
8. Mutual Respect:
Treat students with respect and expect the same in return, respect is a vital aspect of any
relationship, whether it be an individual or a group, it involves recognising, valuing opinions,
feelings and rights of others even when they may differ from our own. Establishing mutual
respect in the classroom begins with the teacher modelling respectful behaviour towards the
students and encouraging them to do the same towards their peers. Promoting cooperation
over competition can help cultivate mutual respect among students and this collaboration
approach not only enhances academic learning but also helps build strong interpersonal
relationships based on trust and respect.
9. Monitoring:
Monitoring in the classroom systematically refers to observing the students behaviour and
their understanding to ensure that objectives are met and adhered to.
One of the important approaches is to set out clear expectations, rules or guidelines from the
beginning of the school year or during enrolments, by clearly outlining acceptable behaviours
and their consequences for misbehaving or breaking of those guidelines. Techniques teachers
can employ in monitoring and responding are, example; frequently scan the classroom for
potential disruptions and problems, responding quickly and calmly behaviours before it
escalates and consistently reminding the students of the consequences of violating these
rules by way of punishments, sent offs or terminations.
10. Delivery of Instruction:
Ensuring the delivery of instructions in the classroom is crucial as this will reflect students
both in their academic performances and behaviours.
Teachers must first establish clear expectations for their students; this may include setting
goals and providing a conducive learning environment.
Monitor students’ progress and engagements, evaluate and be supportive as well as giving
your instructions, directives as you see fit.
By using a mixture of assessment methods, teachers can gain a more comprehensive
understanding of each student’s strength and rears of weakness.
References
1. “Teachers Perceptions of Classroom Management Strategies: A Comparative Study” by Emily
R. Koch and Mary E. Anderson. Published in the Journal of Education Psychology.
2. “Classroom Management for Elementary Teachers” by Carolyn M. Evertson and Edmund T.
Emmer.
3. “The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher” by Harry K. Wong and Rosemary T.
Wong.
4. “The Classroom Management Book” by Harry K. Wong and Rosemary T. Wong
5. “Positive Discipline In The Classroom” by Jane Nelson, Lyne Lott, and H. Steven Glenn
6. “Teaching With Love & Logic: Taking Control of The Classroom” by Jim Fay and David Funk
7. “The Effects of Teacher-Student Relationship on Classroom Management” by Robert C.
Pianta, Karen L. Burchinal, and Martha E. Hamre. Published Rob Horner. Published in the
Journal of Positive Behaviour interventions.
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Internet. (2024).
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