Any time the teacher wants something done, following a set procedure is the sure way to achieve success. Procedures establish the climate and allow for a smoothly running classroom. They can be used for taking attendance, collecting money, passing out textbooks, collecting papers, checking homework, making up missed work due to absence, getting the attention of students, and many other tasks. The key is to teach the procedures until they have become routine. The curse of any teacher is not having enough work prepared to get through the day or period.
Time spent on advance preparation is well worth the effort.
It helps in effective classroom management, as well as in meeting the needs of your students. When planning your lessons, take into consideration the learners within the room. If lessons are planned without some thought as to learning styles, student needs will not be met and the possibility of student misbehaviour will be increased. Share the outcomes with your students. Tell them what you expect them to know as a result of your unit or lesson.