Principles of Classroom Management: Rapport,
TTT vs. STT,
Monitoring, Instruction, Seating & Interactions,
Board Work
Introduction to Classroom Management
Definition: Effective classroom management ensures a
conducive learning environment.
Overview of Principles:
Rapport
TTT vs. STT
Monitoring
Instruction
Seating & Interactions
Board Work
Building Rapport with Students
Definition of Rapport: Building trust, respect, and
open communication.
Importance: Fewer behavioral issues and greater
student engagement.
Examples:
Use students’ names to build connections.
Acknowledge individual efforts during class.
Show empathy to create a supportive classroom.
Teacher Talk Time (TTT) vs. Student Talk Time (STT)
TTT: Time a teacher spends talking.
STT: Time students spend engaging with each other.
Significance: High STT enhances communicative
competence.
Examples:
Implement pair work and group discussions.
Create student-led activities promoting active student
participation.
Monitoring Student Progress
Definition: Actively observing students during activities.
Purpose: Assess progress, identify support needs, and
adjust instruction.
Examples:
Move around the classroom to engage with students.
Listen to student conversations and provide immediate
feedback.
Check written work for understanding.
Effective Instructional Strategies
Core of Classroom Management: Clear, organized
instructions cater to various learning styles.
Key Strategies:
Use visual aids.
Incorporate collaborative activities.
Breakdown tasks into manageable steps.
Examples:
Use questioning to check for understanding.
Provide clear explanations with real-life examples.
Strategic Seating Arrangements
Role of Seating: Influences behavior, interactions,
and classroom dynamics.
Seating Examples:
Circles/U-shape for discussions and collaboration.
Rows for individual tasks and lectures.
Behavior Management: Positioning active students
near the teacher to maintain engagement
Importance of Board Work
Function of Board Work: Provides instructional clarity.
Best Practices:
Organize lessons and display key information visibly.
Use the board to model problem-solving.
Examples:
Outline lesson objectives.
Highlight important vocabulary and concepts.
Integrating the Principles
Holistic Approach: Each principle complements
others for a well-managed classroom.
Outcomes: Active participation, meaningful
communication, and enhanced learning experiences.
Teacher’s Role: Facilitate an environment that
supports all students.
Read each statement below and determine if it is True or False. If the statement is false, correct it to make it true.
Building rapport with students is not necessary for effective classroom management.
(True / False)
Correction: _________________________________________
Increasing Student Talk Time (STT) helps enhance communicative competence in language classrooms.
(True / False)
Correction: _________________________________________
Monitoring involves observing student progress to identify areas for improvement.
(True / False)
Correction: _________________________________________
Seating arrangements have no effect on student interactions or classroom dynamics.
(True / False)
Correction: _________________________________________
Effective board work should be organized, clear, and easy for students to see.
(True / False)
Correction: _________________________________________
Exercise 2: Match the Term to the Principle
Match each term on the left with its corresponding principle of classroom management on the right. Write the letter of the
correct match next to each term.
1. TTT vs. STT ____ a. Adjusting seating to enhance
interactions and minimize
distractions.
2. Rapport ____ b. Balancing teacher and student
communication time for optimal
language practice.
3. Monitoring ____ c. Building positive relationships with
students for a supportive learning
environment.
4. Instructional Clarity ____ d. Observing students to provide
feedback and adjust lessons
accordingly.
5. Board Work ____ e. Ensuring that lessons are
wellorganized and easy for students to
follow.
6. Seating Arrangements ____ f. Using visual aids effectively to
reinforce verbal explanations.
Exercise 3: Fill-in-the-Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct terms from the list below: engagement,
monitoring, interactions, clarity, communication, visual aids.
Effective classroom management improves student ________________ by
creating a positive learning environment.
Teachers can use ________________ to reinforce verbal explanations and
enhance comprehension.
________________ helps teachers provide immediate feedback and
support during lessons.
Adjusting seating can facilitate better student ________________ and
collaboration.
Balancing teacher talk and student talk ensures effective classroom
________________.
