This document outlines the key elements of effective classroom management. It discusses 7 learning outcomes related to classroom management concepts and perspectives. It also identifies several domains of classroom management including selecting a philosophical model, organizing the physical environment, managing student behavior, and more. Additionally, the document provides guidelines for developing rules and procedures, training students to assume responsibilities, rewarding positive behavior, and distinguishing between behavior and learning problems.

1. Module 2
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module, the students are expected to:
1. Compare the conventional and modern concepts of classroom management;
2. Describe the perspective of educators on classroom management;
3. Discuss the domains of classroom management and their applications in the conduct of the
classroom routine activities;
4. Present the elements of effective classroom management and its impact on the teaching-
learning process;
5. Explain the rationale in building positive teacher-student relationships;
6. Discuss the guiding principles on classroom management; and
7. Relate the guiding principles to real classroom situations.

2. Effective teachers are good classroom managers. They are equipped with a
repertoire of management skills which enable them to engage in multifacetedtasks.
PERSPECTIVES ON CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
 Classroom management is possibly the most important challenge facing teachers
 Classroom management and instruction are interrelated.
DOMAINS OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
 Selecting a philosophical model of classroom management and discipline.
 Organizing the physical environment.
 Managing student behavior.
 Creating a respectful, supportive learning environment.
 Managing and facilitating instructions.
 Promoting classroom safety and welfare.
 Interacting with colleagues, parents , and others to achieve classroom management
objectives.

3. ELEMENTS OF EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Starting the lesson Appropriate seating arrangements
Dealing with external disruptions Establishing class rules and procedures
Smooth transition between lesson segments Pupil talk
Giving homework/assignments Maintaining momentum during the lesson
Downtime Ending the lesson
APPROACHES TO CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
The Self-discipline Approach
Instructional Approach
The Desist Approach.

4. PRACTICAL CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
• Connectedness Organizing the classroom
• Meeting the students' needs Resolving conflicts
BUILDING POSITIVE TEACHER-STUDENT RELATIONSHIPS
Use human relation skills Be fair and consistent
Enable success Show respect and affection to students
Use effective communication skills Be invitational
Establish a safe, nonthreatening environment
Communicate basic attitudes and expectations to students and model them in
your behavior
Communicate basic attitudes and expectations to students and model them in
your behavior

5. Principles/Guidelines
• Plan rules and procedures in advance
• Establish clear rules and procedures where needed
• Students assume responsibility
• Minimize disruptions and delay
• Plan independent activities as well as organized lessons.
Guidelines for Classroom Management
• Developing a set of classroom rules and procedures
• Training students in the classroom to assume
responsibilities
• Consistently applying rules
• Rewarding or recognizing students for and achievement

6. Guidelines for Classroom Management
• Involve your students in management
• See behavior problems and management problems as content for
problem solving
• Do not humiliate students
• Do not punish the whole group for difficulties caused by one or a
few persons
• Distinguish between behavior problems and learning problems
• Create a climate of interdependence
• Schedule some free time
• Be a democratic leader