Proximity in the Classroom
This presentation will focus on several important components of effective classroom management. We will provide research and personal, anecdotal examples of the importance and effectiveness of proximity in the classroom for classroom management. A key component of this is the concept of “working the crowd” (Jones, 2007). The goal of this practice is to minimize student disruptions and help keep students focused. This necessitates the teacher to be mobile rather than static during classroom instruction and educational activities. It is also vital to intentionally create a classroom design that not only enhances the teacher’s ability to work the crowd, but also works to limit opportunities for student off task behavior and disruptions. These are the key concepts which we will be attempting to communicate through our presentation.
EDUC 321, Classroom Management
Brian Kaelin
Banquet Room
10:00 AM – Noon