FS01 Field Study 1

Observations of Teaching – Learning in Actual School Environment

Learning Episode 7
Physical and Personal Aspects
of Classroom Management

Overview
This Episode tackles classroom management and discipline. It focuses on the personal
and physical aspects of classroom management which are central to teaching and therefore
must be consistently implemented.

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this Episode, I must be able to:
1. Identity the two (2) aspects of classroom management.
2. Determine the classroom management strategies that the Resource Teacher employed in
his/her class.

Learning Essentials
Classroom management refers to the wide variety of skills and techniques that teachers
use to keep students organized, orderly, focused, attentive on tasks and academically
productive in class.
Ref: edglossary.org
Importance of Effective Classroom Management
 increases chance of student success
 paves the way for the teacher to engage students in learning
 helps create an organized classroom environment
 increases instructional time
 creates consistency in the employment of rules and regulations
 aligns management strategies with school wide standards
 decreases misbehavior in the classroom
 gives student boundaries as well as consequences
Ref: http://www.ehow.com

Two aspects of Classroom Management.

1. Personal Classroom Management consists of managing your own self to ensure order and
discipline in your class. It includes:
1.1 voice
1.2 personal grooming
1.3 attendance
1.4 punctuality
1.5 personal graciousness

2. Managing yourself as a teacher contributes to the order and well-being of your class.

3. Physical Classroom Management consists of managing the learning environment. Attending

to these physical elements of the learning environment ensure the safety, security and order
in the class. It includes:
3.1 ventilation
3.2 lighting
3.3 acoustics
3.4 seating arrangement
3.5 structure/ design of the classroom
3.6 physical space / learning stations
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Observations of Teaching – Learning in Actual School Environment

Some Effective Classroom Management Strategies

1. Model to the students how to act in different situations.
2. Establish classroom guidelines.
3. Document the rules.
4. Refrain from punishing the entire class.
5. Encourage initiative from class.
6. Offer praise and rewards.
7. Use non-verbal communication.
8. Take time to celebrate group effort.
9. Let students work in groups.
10. Interview students to assess their needs.
11. Address bad behavior quickly.
12. Consider peer teaching
13. Continuously engage the students.
14. Assign open-ended project.
15. Write group contracts.

Ref. prodigygame.com

OBSERVE, ANALYZE, REFLECT

Activity 7.1 ldentifying Personal and Physical Aspects of Classroom

Resource Teacher: Mr. Enrico O. Regencia Teacher's Signature
School: SLSU Laboratory School Grade/Year Level: Grade 8
Subject Area: Social Studies Date: November 9, 2021

OBSERVE
Observe a class and interview the Resource Teacher. Ask how the personal and physical
aspects o Classroom management ensure proper classroom management and discipline.

Check if these aspects were observed in the classroom.

Aspects of Classroom Management Yes No

1. Personal classroom Management
1.1 Is the teacher well-groomed that he/she demands respect from the /
leaners?
1.2 Is the leachers voice modulated and can be heard by the entire class? /
1.3 Was the teacher present in class? /
1.4 Did the teacher arrive on time in class? /
1.5 Does the teacher exude a positive attitude towards teaching? /
2. Virtual Classroom Management
2.1 Does the teacher manage to put distractions away? /
2.2 Does the teacher/students treats the camera like a person? /
2.3 Does the teacher/students follow proper dress code? /
2.4 Does the teaches address discipline issues fast? /
2.5 Did the teacher add visual cues to his/her lessons? /
2.6 Did the teacher decide on signals during class recitation? /
2.7 Did the teacher hold class wherever he/she can hold students’ attention? /
2.8 Does the teacher create a question parking lot? /
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ANALYZE
Analyze the different elements of personal/physical classroom management and answer
the following questions?

1. How does the voice of the teacher affect virtual classroom instruction?
The voice of the teacher is clear and calm with authority, so the students are
listening well and follows him.

2. How does the punctuality of the teacher affect virtual classroom discipline?
It greatly affects the punctuality of the students, it is good sign and practice to
imitate by the students.

3. Why do we need to check on the virtual aspects of classroom management?

To observe what is lacking and what will we improved in the classroom
management.

REFLECT
Reflect on the aspects of personal and classroom management.

1. What does this statement mean to you as a future teacher? Explain.

"No amount of good instruction will come out without effective classroom management."

According to the statement, in order to successfully produce good instructions

inside the classroom, the instructor must present an effective teaching method. Classroom
management is important because it is at the heart of successful instruction. Classroom
management establishes the necessary discipline and strategies for effective instruction.

2. What are your plans in ensuring effective classroom management?

Establishing appropriate practice and behavior inside the classroom is essential for
efficient classroom management. I'm going to give my students a positive response and
esteem. They can know what elements of learning they need to enhance because they get
a quick reaction and feedback. Inside the classroom, instilling initiative and friendship.
Putting in place good regulations and processes to ensure order and good behavior.
Finally, as a teacher, I must set a good example and demonstrate proper behavior when it
comes to conversation.
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Activity 7.2
Demonstrating knowledge of positive and non-violent discipline
in the management of learner behavior.

Resource Teacher: Mr. Enrico O. Regencia Teacher's Signature

School: SLSU Laboratory School Grade/Year Level: Grade 8
Subject Area: Social Studies Date: November 9, 2021

OBSERVE
Observe the classroom management strategies that your Resource Teacher employs in
the classroom. You may also conduct an interview to substantiate your observation.

Check the management strategies employed by the Resource Teacher.

Check ( ⁄ ) observed, put an (X) if not observed and O for no opportunity to observe.

No
Not
Observed Opportunity
Effective Classroom Management Strategies Observed
to Observed

1.Model to the students how to act in different situations. O

2. Establish classroom guidelines. /

3. Document the rules. O

4 Refrain from punishing the entire class. O

5. Encourage initiative from class. /

6. Offer praise and rewards. /

7. Use non-verbal communication. /

8. Take time to celebrate group effort. O

9. Let students work in groups. /

10. Interview students to assess their needs. /

11. Address bad behavior quickly. /

12. Consider peer teaching. /

13. Continuously engage the students. /

14. Assign open-ended project. /

15. Write group contracts. O

Others (Please specify)

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ANALYZE
Analyze the checklist you have accomplished and answer the given questions
1. How many strategies were employed by the Resource Teacher? Did these contribute to
better classroom management? Explain your answer

During the class discussion, just a few strategies were used. It has an impact on
classroom management and adds to it. Because the teacher only has a few minutes to
develop strong classroom control, I only saw a few strategies during my observations.

2. What were not used by the Resource Teacher? Were these important? What should
have been used instead? Explain.

Having a group discussion and engaging in peer teaching. These two tactics were
not witnessed by me, but I believe they were good practices because group debate and
peer teaching create a broader sense of learning. Through brainstorming and group
debates, it will help broaden their horizons.

REFLECT
As a future teacher, reflect on the observations then answer the given question.
1. What classroom management strategies do I need to employ to respond to diverse types
of learners?

I need to notice how each of them performs in various scenarios in the classroom in
order to use and cater to the various types of young learners. Because they are
diametrically opposed to one another. Some will act as a leader, a follower, or simply a
student on the opposite side of the classroom. We can establish classroom norms with
their assistance. As we design and discuss the rules and regulations, they should be
recorded and posted in the classrooms. Interviewing students to learn about their needs in
the classroom is also a good idea, might have an impact on their learning. Finally, I feel
that requiring students to work in groups on occasion is vital in order to help them function
as a team and as a diverse group of learners.

Show Your Learning Artifacts

Show piece(s) of evidence of learning to capture the virtual classroom management
strategies used by your Resource Teacher you sent