Classroom Management and Discipline

Introduction

• Welcome to professional development session
• Topic: Classroom Management and Discipline in Online Environment

Online Environment Challenges

• Misbehavior can lead to:
  • Feeling distant
  • Low emotional investment
• Importance of clear instructor expectations
• Issues such as multitasking, impatience, and motivation

Guidelines for Online Interaction

• Treat online interactions as face-to-face
  • Avoid posting anything you wouldn’t say in-person
  • Maintain the same standards of behavior online
• Respect others’ time and bandwidth
• Share knowledge and offer assistance to peers
• Control emotions:
  • Avoid flames and negative responses
  • Keep discussions professional
  • Refrain from using vulgar language
• Be patient and compassionate to all learners

Classroom Reminders

• Adhere to rules of online etiquette
• Practice proper behavior and good manners

Strategies for Managing Behavior Problems

• Encourage cooperation among students
• Focus on content rather than technology
• Avoid making courses too easy
• Incorporate group work into course design
• Utilize large questions, polls, and random blocks for exams
• Be punctual: Set up early before class starts

Preparation for Class

• Arrive a few minutes early to check internet and equipment
• Have all materials ready:
  • Books, homework, notebooks, pencils
• Respect and listen attentively to the teacher and classmates
  • Raise hand to speak and wait for acknowledgement

Online Behavior Expectations

• Mute microphone to reduce background noise
• Use chat box only for class-related matters
  • Think before sending messages
• Ask questions when unclear, be polite and courageous
• Use polite language when communicating (e.g., thank you, please)

Staying On Track

• Keep up with lessons and homework
• Stick to a study routine to avoid falling behind
• Follow submission guidelines for assignments

Balance and Support

• Take breaks to recharge
• Engage in offline activities and hobbies
• Be kind and supportive to fellow learners

Managing Bad Behavior Events

• Monitor discussions for respect and professionalism
• Include code of conduct policy in syllabus
• Address individual performance issues privately

Virtual Meeting Etiquette

• Mute mic when not talking
• Avoid side conversations
• Speak clearly and maintain eye contact with the camera

Conclusion

• Address misbehavior firmly and clearly
• Thank you for attending the session
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