Coping with the conflict and misconduct in the classroom
Introduction
Classroom management problems become more and more difficult and complicated, as the children’s behavior keeps getting worse. Teachers struggle to keep the classroom calm in order to teach. This course can provide serious help to teachers in coping with a troubled classroom.
Description
The course is designed to provide teachers with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to create and maintain a positive and productive learning environment. This course covers a range of topics that help teachers effectively handle various aspects of classroom dynamics, student behavior, and overall class organization. The key elements included in the course:
The basics of Classroom Management:
Understanding the importance of classroom management.
Exploring different educational theories on classroom management.
Creating a Positive Classroom Climate:
Establishing a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Building positive relationships with students.
Fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
Behavioral Expectations:
Developing clear and consistent rules and expectations.
Communicating expectations to students and parents.
Implementing fair and appropriate consequences for behavior.
Effective Communication:
Enhancing communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
Strategies for active listening and conflict resolution.
Classroom Organization:
Physical layout and arrangement of the classroom.
Time management and lesson planning.
Differentiated Instruction:
Adapting teaching methods to meet the needs of individual students.
Managing Student Engagement:
Keeping students engaged in learning.
Active learning strategies and technology.
Crisis Intervention and De-escalation:
Potential sources of conflict.
Managing the conflicts.
Legal and Ethical Considerations:
Legal and ethical issues related to classroom management.
Confidentiality and respecting students’ rights.
The course includes a combination of theoretical discussions, case studies, role-playing exercises, and practical applications to help teachers develop the skills needed to create a positive and effective learning environment.
Learning objectives
The classroom management course aims to empower teachers with the tools and insights necessary to navigate the complexities of classroom dynamics and promote a conducive learning environment.
More specifically, the objectives of the course include:
Knowledge:
Educational theories and models related to classroom management.
Time management and lesson planning.
Techniques for keeping students engaged in learning.
Incorporating active learning strategies and technology
Legal issues related to classroom management.
Students’ and teachers’ rights.
Differentiated teaching and learning strategies
Learning styles and multiple intelligence
Special needs education
Skills
How to create a Positive Classroom Climate
How to establish a welcoming and inclusive environment.
How to build positive relationships with students and among students
How to build an inclusive class
How to develop clear and consistent rules and expectations.
How to communicate expectations to students and parents.
How to implement fair and appropriate consequences for behavior.
Effective communication with students, parents and colleagues
How to listen actively and effectively
How to resolve conflicts in the classroom
How to organize an inspiring classroom environment
How to de-escalate the crisis in the classroom
Methodology
We adopt a comprehensive approach that considers various methodological strategies. These strategies address both the theoretical and practical aspects of managing a classroom effectively.
By incorporating these methodological strategies into the course, teachers can gain a well-rounded understanding and practical skills to create a positive and effective learning environment.
Here are the key components included in the methodological strategies of the course:
Classroom Management Theories (behaviorism, humanism, and constructivism).
Student Behavior: principles of behavioral psychology
Developmental stages impact on behavior and learning
Positive Learning Environment: create a positive and inclusive classroom climate
Relationships: the importance of teacher-student relationships
Effective Communication techniques for conveying expectations and providing feedback
The importance of active listening to understand student concerns
Rules and Procedures: clear and fair classroom rules
The importance of routines and procedures for classroom activities
The physical environment of classroom-layout and organization
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation: ways to motivate students
Differentiated Instruction strategies for accommodating diverse learning styles and abilities
Conflict Management Techniques for resolving conflicts among students
Alternatives to traditional disciplinary measures
Support System in crisis situations
Continuous professional development and reflection for teachers
Role-playing and Simulation Exercises to apply and practice classroom management strategies
Case Studies for real-world classroom management situations
Teacher Collaboration: the importance of collaborating with colleagues to share best practices.
Benefits of mentorship in supporting new teachers with classroom management challenges.
The importance of understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds in the classroom.
Effective communication with parents
Strategies for managing stress and preventing burnout.
Course program
| Day | Activities |
| Monday | Welcome-Registration-Ice breaking activities-Outline of the course program. Program objectives-Participants’ presentations-Expectations and objectives-Practical information about the course. Short presentation of the Greek Education System |
| Tuesday | Introduction to the to the contemporary discourse about the difficulties of classroom management What the pandemic has inherited to schools and learning Effective management of conflict and misconduct in the post pandemic school Meta-surveys about the impact of the pandemic on teaching and learning |
| Wednesday | Study visit to a junior secondary school and short discussion with teachers. Teaching and learning approaches preferred by Greek teachers (Alternatively Visit to Stavros Niarchos Foundation-Mediterranean Garden and National Library) |
| Thursday | Sound approaches to cope with conflict and misconduct in the classroom. Improved techniques to eliminate disorganization and disruption in the classroom |
| Friday | Special needs and classroom management. Getting help from outside Defending teachers and their mental health from burnout Certificates ceremony Farewell |
Cost and services
400 Euros. Includes tuition fee
Contact:
Dimitrios Kalaitzidis
Sessions
- 2024-5-6 to 2024-5-10
- 2024-10-7 to 2024-10-11
- 2025-4-7 to 2025-4-11
- 2025-5-5 to 2025-5-9
Registration
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfksCQ_0QvW2BimFu3Q3WaYDOdHn30rMNihA8tUTMJEKSSUxA/viewform
