EPISODE 7: PHYSICAL AND PERSONAL ASPECTS OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

Objectives:

At the end of this episode, I must be able to:

1. Identify two (2) aspects of classroom management; and

2. Determine the classroom management strategies that teacher employ in his/her class

Procedures:

1. Revisit the learning essentials in the observation guide.

2. Observe the class.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LME2fccv3FQ&t=1676s (for BEED)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-EaJMbvjOs&t=654s (for BSE and BTTE)
3. Analyze the different elements of classroom management based on the gathered data.
4. Reflect on the observations.

Observe

Check if these aspects were observed in the classroom.

Aspects of classroom Management Yes No

1.Personal Classroom Management
Is the teacher well-groomed that he/she demands respects from the
learners?
Is the teacher’s voice modulated and can be heard by the entire
class?
Does the teacher exude a positive attitude towards teaching?
2.Physical Classroom Management
Is the classroom well-ventilated?
Is the lighting good enough?
Is the classroom free from noise?
Does the seating arrangement provide better interaction?
Is the physical space/learning station clear from obstruction?

Check the management strategies employed by the teacher. Check the appropriate column based on
your observation.

Effective Classroom Management Strategies Observe Not No

d Observed Opportunity
to Observe
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 learners work in groups.
10.Interview learners to assess their needs.
11. Address bad behavior quickly.
12.Consider peer teaching.
13.Continuously engage the learners.
14.Assign open-ended project.
15.others

Analyze

1. How does the voice of the teacher affect classroom instruction?

2. How many strategies were employed by the resource teacher? Did these contribute to better
classroom management? Explain.

Reflect

1. As a future teacher, what are your plans in ensuring effective classroom management?

2. As a future teacher, what classroom management strategies do you need to respond to diverse
types of learners?