Syed Sumera Alishah

EDUC 6301
Classroom Management
Houston Baptist University
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT PLAN

My Philosophy of
Classroom Management
According to Melissa Standridge, in education, advocates of behaviorism have
effectively adopted this system of rewards and punishments in their classrooms by
rewarding desired behaviors and punishing inappropriate ones.
My personal philosophy of classroom management is a combination of behaviorist
theory and group process orientation of classroom management. I believe that all
behaviors positive or negative can be eliminated, decreased, or increased with
reinforcement. I would use the behaviorist approach to decrease/eliminate bad
behavior and appreciate positive behavior among my students. Also, I will use verbal
or written reinforcement such as a verbal warning, a praise, or a note to parent.

My Philosophy of
Classroom Management
Group projects and cooperative teamwork are the foundations of effective teaching,
creative curriculum, and positive classroom climate.
In group process orientation devmy students will take charge of their learning while I act as
a guide/facilitator. In group process orientation, my students can communicate with the
teacher and their classmates, develop self-confidence, and develop team work spirit.
Students learn and develop communication skills, interpersonal skills, resolve conflicts
through sharing ideas, and develop positive relationship with the teacher and the
classmates.

Room Arrangement Plan for my

second grade class.

Classroom Rules

Listen quietly and raise hand if you need to talk.

Use indoor voice. No Yelling and No Screaming.

Respect yourself and others.

Make good choices.

Do your best.

Obey school and classroom rules.

Classroom Consequences

Student gets a low grade on behavior sheet for not following classroom rules.

Student gets to sit out during recess, and think about his/her negative behavior .

Student gets a homework pass for turning his/her homework on time for a week.

Student gets to take a special praise note from the teacher to share with the
parents for displaying good behavior in the class.

Student gets a note to parent for negative behavior and not completing
homework assignments.

Classroom Routines &

Procedures

The class will be notified 5 minutes before transition, so they can cleanup and be prepared.

Student can go to the computer station to work on online resources, if he/she finishes the
assignment first.

Line leaders are assigned alphabetically everyday.

Student should be aware of playground rules and procedures such as no rough play or offensive
language.

Place your bag in its assigned spot, place your homework assignment on teachers desk, and start
working on the assignments placed on your desk.

Ways to address a student

with Dysgraphia.

Use a computer or an iPad to type the students work instead of using a paper and a
pencil.

Student can orally state or scribe the assignment instead of writing it.

Give student extra time to finish writing assignments, or the student can complete the
assignment in small steps.

Student creates a map or an outline of his ideas before starting his writing assignment.

Find an online interactive resource , so the student can practice his/her handwriting and
spelling in a fun way.

Ways to address a student

with Autism.

Simplified and step by step instruction.

Use of visual aides and visual cues.

Separate auditory and visual task, because the student is not

capable of performing both tasks at the same time.

Integrate my lesson and activities to students interest such as

drawing, computers, or music.

Ways to address a student

with Visual Impairment.

When writing instruction, provide loud and clear verbal

instruction for the student.

Pair up the student with a classmate in helping to take notes.

Use bold and large print material for the student.

When working on the computer, use bigger monitor screen.

When typing on the computer, use a software that talks back.

Ways to address a student

with Limited English
proficiency.
Combine my instruction with
visual aides for better understanding.

Assign a buddy who can speak the ELLs native language to help the student get
acquainted with the school and the classroom.

Use model talk ( accompany actions with speech for better understanding).

Include the English learner in every activity to avoid the feeling of alienation among the
student. For instance, when the class is working in groups the ELL can be material
manager or the illustrator.

Integrate art in my teaching, so the ELL can express his/her ideas and thoughts visually
as well as with speaking, reading, and writing.

Have a word wall for myclass including the English learner .

Extrinsic Motivators

I would use home work passes to encourage my students to do their home work every
day.

I would give a sticker towards the end of the day for displaying good behavior.

Using verbal praise such as Good Job, I like your idea, or great way to show your
thoughts.

Write praising comments on the students daily planner for getting good grades or
having a positive behavior.

Intrinsic Motivators

I will integrate the content area subjects to students daily life activities such as using pizza,
candies, or cookies to teach fractions.

Include hands on activities such as growing your own plant to teach the life cycle of a plant.

Integrate authentic activities such as having a monthly second grade Gazette, so the students
can write articles, take/draw pictures, and use computer to organize and print the final copy of
the Gazette.

Integrate group work so the students learn from each other, develop communication skills, enjoy
what they learn, and be a part of an active learning environment.

Learning Climate of my
Classroom

Speak courteously, politely, and encourage my students to greet

as they walk in class each morning. Use words such as Please,
Excuse me, and Thank you.

Describe school and classroom rules including the consequences.

Develop a relationship of trust and community among your

students, so the students see them as a whole class instead of an
individual.

Encourage students by providing positive and constructive

feedback.

Define your expectations from the first day of school, and keep
reminding your students for your expectations.

Learning Climate of my
Classroom

Promote positive learning environment among my students by

integrating group work and active learning.

Develop self confidence among my students by appreciating

them to take chances, doing their best, and try new things.

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Melissa Standridge .(2002) Behaviorism. In M. Orey (Ed.),

Emerging perspectives on learning, teaching, and technology.
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