Establishing a Positive Classroom
Climate
I would
create a positive classroom climate by using several methods, because
establishing a great learning environment definitely improves their learning abilities. I would focus on young learners, grade 1 at
my school.
1.
Create a set of rules and code of
conduct to follow
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Establishing
a set of rules and having the student understand them really helps the way students’
behavior in class. The class can agree
and understand together what are positive and negative behaviours, and also ask
students how they would like to be treated in class. For young learners, the assistant teacher and
I can model some scenarios and discuss what are positive and negative
behaviours.
2.
Create a safe and stimulating
learning environment
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Have
chairs and tables without any sharp edges, cabinets and drawers with child proof
locks, nontoxic stationary items, plastic scissors, etc. Design the classroom with colourful
background, and have props and posters related to the unit topic placed around
the classroom. Have a small reading
area, a tech area, a writing area, and a play area for students.
3.
Be a role model
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Teachers
are very important to students, because of the length of time spent in the
classroom all year. Teachers should
always be positive and express a confident aura towards the students. Always care and support the students, and when
teachers learn to trust students, they will believe in their teachers. Regardless of ethnicity, age, skill level, and
gender, teachers should always have the same standard of respect and
understanding towards all students in class.
4.
Take serious situations outside
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It
is not a good idea to have a confrontation with a student in front of other
students. It may lead to negative
thoughts and feelings. Pull the student
aside or outside and have the conversation there. If an extreme situation happens, stay calm,
understand the root of the problem, be firm with your tone of voice, and be
professional.
5.
Praise positive behaviours and achievements
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It
is always a good feeling when students are praised by their teachers for their hard
work. Teachers can use classdojo.com to
maintain classroom management. Create a
reward system for good behavior and hard work, and give stickers, tokens, and
gifts as a little reminder for their achievements.
6.
Be fair
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Be
equal and fair to all students. Know
your students, their likes and dislikes, and their skill level. Respect their ethnicity, gender, learning
capabilities, and their space. Be a
teacher with a wonderful heart that cares for the students.
7.
Relevant lesson plans
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Teachers
should have learning materials and lesson plans relevant for the students. Have class activities interesting and that
students can relate to in real life.
More interaction and collaborating with other students in group activities
also works well.
Website
Title: Common Beliefs
Preparing
for cultural diversity
Critical
Practices for Anti-bias Education
