CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

2nd Nine Weeks Observation
THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT

2^nd Nine Weeks Observation

Mentor Mentee Who Observed
Observation Date _______________

THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT

1. Describe rules that seem to be in place concerning classroom behavior. Are they posted? Written in positive form?

2. Describe any consequences of rule violations observed. Are they logical? Non-punitive? Do they teach how to behave productively? Describe what records are kept regarding classroom behavior.

3. Describe any factors that contribute to a positive learning climate in the classroom. (Possibilities might include: student work displayed, lots of praise, statements describing student progress or success, evidence of student pride, evidence of ownership of the class.)

4. Look for and describe any established procedures (students know) such as how to line up, enter class, get materials, turn in work, get teacher’s attention, go to the restroom, clean up, get make up work, etc.

The best way to prevent behavior issues is to plan an engaging lesson! Please highlight which of the following engagement methods you observed?

Brainstorming/Discussion Drawing/Artwork Field Trips
Graphic Organizers Humor & Celebration Manipulatives/Models
Metaphors/Analogies/Similes Mnemonic Devices Movement
Music/Rhythm/Rhyme Project-Based Instruction Reciprocal Teaching
Cooperative Learning Peer Coaching Role Play/Drama
Storytelling Technology Visualization
Visuals Writing/Reflection Other

Another great way to prevent behavior issues is to plan a lesson that addresses all the multiple intelligences. Please reflect on how you could include each of the following in future lessons.

Spatial-Visual: Thinking in images and pictures!

Linguistic-Verbal: Thinking in words!

Interpersonal: Thinking by communicating with other people!

Musical-Rhythmic: Thinking in rhythms and melodies!

Naturalist: Thinking in reference to nature!
Bodily-Kinesthetic: Thinking through physical sensations and movement!

Intrapersonal: Thinking reflectively!

Logical-Mathematical: Thinking by reasoning!

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1.	Describe rules that seem to be in place concerning classroom behavior. Are they posted? Written in positive form?

2.	Describe any consequences of rule violations observed. Are they logical? Non-punitive? Do they teach how to behave productively? Describe what records are kept regarding classroom behavior.

3.	Describe any factors that contribute to a positive learning climate in the classroom. (Possibilities might include: student work displayed, lots of praise, statements describing student progress or success, evidence of student pride, evidence of ownership of the class.)

4.	Look for and describe any established procedures (students know) such as how to line up, enter class, get materials, turn in work, get teacher’s attention, go to the restroom, clean up, get make up work, etc.