Establish yourself as a leader of the class. Learn students' names as soon as possible. Effective Room Arrangements high traffic areas are free from congestion. Establish and maintain a positive learning environment by thinking about the subject to be covered, composition of student group and the type of interaction expected. Effective classroom teachers establish clear and specific rules and procedures Rules govern behaviors such as student talk, respect for others and their property.
Procedures apply to specific routines and tasks.
Rules and procedures are taught to students as any other content area. Rules and procedures are consistently reinforced by monitoring student behavior and applying reasonable and appropriate consequences. A hierarchy of consequences is established and re-evaluated throughout the year. Rules and procedures are clearly defined and modeled for students. Effective classroom teachers prevent or discourage behavioral problems before they occur by knowing students' names and showing respect for them.