Test #4 Flashcards
What is the benefits of a class routine?
- By establishing a routine, students will assume ownership of their learning.
- Students who know what to do in the classroom produce results; results produce learning and achievement.
- Routine sets the tone and pace for the rest of the class period.
What it routine?
A routine is a process or action that is done automatically with no prompting.
What are two things effective teachers do with a class routine?
- They establish a routine to prepare students for the school day or class period.
- The by always have the class routine posted or ready for distribution when the students arrive.
Write three to six steps to a procedure for a class routine.
- Enter the classroom quietly
- Remove coat or jacket and hang it up.
- Empty backpack or book bag.
- Hand in completed homework.
- Read the agenda for the day.
- Begin ye opening assignment.
What is a morning meeting?
Starting the day with a class meeting brings the teacher and students together to practice communication skills in a trusted setting.
What happens at the meeting?
Meeting time is spent answering concerns, outlining the learning objectives of the day, and announcing future events.
Why is an opening activity important?
It encourages students to fall into a routine of working from the first minute of school day.
Why is agenda important?
- Students will know what to expect
- It prevents any surprises, which can easily distract different types of learners.
- It helps students and teachers to stay focused and on task and to transition smoothly to the next activity.
- An agenda lets students know the sequence of events.
What is an agenda?
An agenda is a sequence of events
An agenda lists the days subjects and activities in chronological order
What do effective teachers do with an agenda?
Post a daily agenda.
Refer to the agenda during the class period or throughout the day.
Draw student’s attention to the agenda just before signaling a transition from one activity to the next.
What is the purpose of a dismissal procedure?
Implementing a two minute dismissal ensures the classroom is clean, orderly, and ready for the next group of students.
The bell does not dismiss the class. The teacher dismisses the class.
Write three to six steps to a dismissal procedure.
- Make sure your area is clean.
- Homework is noted.
- Gather books and belongings.
- Stay seated until teacher dismisses you.
- Push in your chair as you leave.
What is the purpose of a daily closing message?
This procedure allows you to share with students and parents the daily activities, lessons, and homework in a matter of minutes at the end of each day.
What are some of the potential problems that arise if you take roll by calling out each name at the beginning of class?
It can disrupt the class from their morning assignments.
Attendance should always be recorded with a ___________
Pencil
