Classroom+Environment

__Domain Two: Classroom Environment __

= Component 2b: Establishing a Culture for Learning =


 * ==** Explanation ** == || ==** Reflection ** == ||
 * During my course work, I did an observation at Kitty Ward Elementary where I took these photos. The photos taken were of students engaging in a hands-on science unit. The students dissected owl pellets and then classified the remains according to what type of rodent they thought the bones might have belonged to by comparing the bones with pictures of different rodent bones to try and find matches. Later, the students compared and contrasted the bone remains of the owl pellets to that of a human skeleton. || I was so impressed by the level of engagement of the students in this particular class. Mrs. Romero set high expectations for every one of her students and it was evident by the work produced that her expectations became instilled in the students, creating a community of hard workers who not only love to learn but also respect the institution where education takes place. ||

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 * ==** Explanation ** == || ==** Reflection ** == ||
 * While taking Curriculum Development for English Language Learners I created an ABC book in the format of a PowerPoint that defines what it means to be a culturally responsive teacher. Much of the information that is contained in this easy to follow ABC book outlines how instruction should be delivered in today's classrooms. || There are small things that a teacher can do to make their students feel connected in the classroom, and it is and important that those things be done. Many times we get consumed in the hustle and bustle and stop doing the small things that make a big difference. I will not let that happen on my watch. I will always make sure that my classroom is a reflection of the community of students who learn there everyday. ||
 * ==** Explanation ** == || ==** Reflection ** == ||
 * During my student teaching I assigned classroom jobs to students to alleviate some of the small tasks that could be handled by students. This was very helpful to me, and it also allowed for the students to stake ownership in the community of the classroom. I made sure that the rotation was fair and that every student had an opportunity to have a choice when it came to their job. Classroom jobs was a requirement, and every student participated. They enjoyed it- I never once heard a complaint over jobs. || <span style="color: #113211; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 120%;">This is a picture taken from one of my grade level teacher's rooms. Since classroom jobs is such an important aspect of my classroom community, I intend on creating a colorful job wall like this one. The one that I used got the job done, but it




 * ==<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">** Explanation ** == || ==<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">** Reflection ** == ||
 * <span style="color: #113211; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 130%;">I was introduced to the CHAMPS behavior management program while student teaching at C.T. Sewell. CHAMPS outlines behavior expectations in advance in a positive manner. Generally, students are much more likely to become "off task" when expectations are not set, whether academic or behavior. By defining conversation level, movement, participation, and signals for each lesson and/or transition, the likeliness of undesired behavior is decreased significantly. || <span style="color: #113211; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 130%;">I am certain that part of my success as a student teacher is owed to the CHAMPS behavior management program.I intend on participating in CHAMPS Professional Development in the future. At the beginning of my student teaching experience I struggled with classroom management, but once I implemented CHAMPS in my room, the atmosphere improved. The students appreciated the structure of the set expectations as well. ||

=<span style="color: #113211; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 180%;">‍**Component 2d: Managing Student Behavior** = = = toc