Name: Reimagining Classroom Management: Transitioning from a teacher-dominated approach to a collaborative model
Start: 2024-11-09T15:10:00+0900
End: 2024-11-09T16:10:00+0900

Saturday November 9, 2024 3:10pm - 4:10pm JST

M210

In today’s diverse educational landscape, effective classroom management is essential for fostering an engaging and productive learning environment. This workshop explores the transformative practice of establishing Essential Agreements—a collaborative approach that empowers students and reshapes classroom dynamics.

By shifting from traditional top-down management to a model that values student voice and ownership, teachers can cultivate a sense of shared responsibility, strengthening the classroom community and promoting mutual respect. Attendees will discover how to co-create classroom norms with students that resonate with shared values and learn how empathy and firmness in enforcement can turn potential conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection.

As educators, we must cultivate a classroom environment where all students feel heard and valued. This session will help you redefine your approach to classroom management, harnessing the power of collaboration to create learning spaces that enhance engagement while fostering resilience and community.

Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to articulate what Essential Agreements is and its significant role in transforming classroom management from a teacher-dominated approach to a collaborative model. They will learn student-centered strategies for initiating meaningful discussions around expectations and how to document agreements that reflect their class’s shared values and the commitment from all members of the classroom community. Participants will also explore the importance of balancing empathy and firmness in enforcing these collective agreements throughout the year. They will investigate strategies such as engaging students in both individual and collective reflections on their behavioral choices, understanding the reasons behind struggles to adhere to the agreements, and regularly revisiting the agreements to collaboratively find solutions. Furthermore, the session will delve into the positive effects of Essential Agreements on both students and the classroom community. Ultimately, educators will leave equipped with practical tools to improve their classroom management through collaboration.

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