Here is a fun, engaging activity to teach your students about the upcoming elections. Activity: You are the Candidate You are running for President of the United States in this upcoming presidential election year. You are going to represent the people you feel have been ignored or whose concerns you support. You intend to conduct … Continue reading Election Activities
Any experienced teacher will know good discipline does not just happen all at once. Managing student behavior is a learned skill, but classroom control will begin before the students even enter the classroom. Managing student behavior is no easy task. Each teacher will develop his or her own form of discipline. Remember that students need … Continue reading Tips for Managing Student Behavior
As a teacher, it is always a good idea to have interesting bulletin boards and displays around your room. These can satisfy a variety of needs, including the presentation of student work, the imparting of important information, and the reinforcement of key elements in the curriculum. Classroom Information Bulletin Boards Choose a bulletin board somewhere … Continue reading How to Use Bulletin Boards
As a teacher, the way you organize your classroom is extremely important. Whenever you decorate or organize your classroom, keep in mind how you can develop your classroom environment to provide quality learning. Student Benefits The prime benefits of a well-organized classroom will accrue to your students. Your organization and procedures (or lack thereof) are, … Continue reading Tips for Classroom Organization