Effective Classroom Management
PHysical Space - Effective Classroom Management
Introduction
The physical space within the classroom is one of the most important, but often overlooked elements of effective classroom management. Having space in which students can work intently, but also gather supplies, turn work in, and move around when necessary without distracting others is essential. When students transition from individual to group activities, how space is utilized is also significant. The videos below give an introduction to some of the topics associated with physical space in the classroom. The discussion questions that follow will help to generate a deeper interest.
Finally, I've provided links that can give more pointers and information on the physical space within the classroom environment.
Enjoy!
The physical space within the classroom is one of the most important, but often overlooked elements of effective classroom management. Having space in which students can work intently, but also gather supplies, turn work in, and move around when necessary without distracting others is essential. When students transition from individual to group activities, how space is utilized is also significant. The videos below give an introduction to some of the topics associated with physical space in the classroom. The discussion questions that follow will help to generate a deeper interest.
Finally, I've provided links that can give more pointers and information on the physical space within the classroom environment.
Enjoy!
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Discussion Questions
1. Why is 'physical space' important in classroom management?
2. What points do these videos share?
3. What points do these videos make that you had not taken into consideration?
4. What are benefits of flexible classrooms? What are drawbacks?
2. What points do these videos share?
3. What points do these videos make that you had not taken into consideration?
4. What are benefits of flexible classrooms? What are drawbacks?