Although related, classroom management and discipline are distinctly different topics. They should not be lumped together as if they were synonymous.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT deals with how things are done. It has to do with procedures, routines, classroom structure and is the teacher’s responsibility. When procedures are learned, routines are established. Routines give structure to instruction.
Classroom management is enhanced when procedures are:
1. explained to students,
2. practiced by students, and;
3. when necessary, periodically reinforced by practicing again.
Good classroom management is essential for efficient teaching and learning. Chances are that when you walk into a room, you do not pay much attention to the floor, but if it were missing, you certainly would! This analogy works well for … >>>
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