Class Management & Procedures: Fifth Grade

Notice what procedures this 5th grade teacher implements and how he reinforces them with students.

 

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Video clip setting

The 3 clips show procedures for gaining teacher attention, transitioning to lunch and having food and water in the room.

Strategies summary 

-Remind students of procedures when noticing lack of adherence

-Wait for attention when it is expected

-Give clear directions

-State positive consequence

-Expect compliance with positive attitude

-Foresee problems and discuss (pre-teach)

Student behavior

Behavior problems are mild due to anticipatory teaching and reviewing of procedures.

Questions to consider 

1.     What was the teacher trying to accomplish?

2.     What strategies were used?

3.     What alternative strategies do you propose?

Classroom background

5th Grade, Regular Education Classroom, 30 students, 90% Free or Reduced Lunch

Thank-you to:

The students and teachers of this classroom at Hampton School of Milwaukee Public Schools