3 Benefits of Effective Classroom Management
Have you ever wondered why some classrooms seem to run like well-oiled machines while others resemble chaos theory in action? Well, that's the magic of effective classroom management! It's not just about keeping rowdy students in check and handing out stickers to the all-stars. It’s about so much more! So, let me show you three benefits to effective classroom management!
Promotes academic learning
Before we dive in, think about a time that you planned a lesson that you just knew was going to knock it out of the park! It was supposed to be great, but it didn’t go as planned…your students were busy talking, you had to repeat directions over and over again, supplies were misused, and the list can go on! Have you been there? I know I have! As a result, the amazing activity you had planned fell short, and your students didn’t get the learning out of it as you had hoped. So, what’s missing? Some classroom management strategies!
Effective classroom management ensures that students are engaged, focused, and on-task, which increases their opportunities for learning. When distractions are minimized, teachers are provided the time to deliver their lessons more effectively, as a result MAXIMIZING actual time for academics! I would say that’s a win, wouldn’t you?!
2. Creates a safe environment for students
Think back to that amazing activity that you may have planned for your students. Let’s say it was a collaborative group project that would require them to discuss, work as a team, and take on specific roles. You would absolutely have to go over the detailed expectations to complete this task otherwise it will be a complete disaster. In addition, without effective classroom management strategies, students may not feel safe working in this environment.
Classroom management strategies help establish a safe and supportive atmosphere where students feel comfortable expressing themselves, sharing ideas, and collaborating with their peers. When rules and expectations are clear and consistently enforced, students know what is expected of them and feel more secure in their surroundings. Many classroom management strategies can also support building a classroom community and peer relationships.
3. Reduces teacher stress
Ok, we’re going to go back to that activity one last time! As we had already discussed, the students did not get what we wanted out of the activity, but how do you think you would have felt through the process? Do I hear exhausted?! Stressed?! Absolutely! But it doesn’t always have to be that way!
Effective classroom management helps teachers keep their stress levels in check by creating a cooperative and organized learning space, where they can concentrate on teaching without constantly dealing with disruptions. With students engaged and following established rules and procedures, teachers can spend less time on behavioral issues and more time actually teaching and actually enjoying it too!
So, as you can see effective classroom management is an absolute must in your classroom! You can create an atmosphere where learning thrives, students feel confident and can learn to work with their peers, and you can actually enjoy your job!
