Imagine this, you pick up your classroom key, you walk towards your classroom, and excitedly unlock the door, only for you to find a big stack of chairs and tables in the corner of the classroom. So, you are probably standing there wondering; where do you begin? Well, first things first! You need to ensure […]
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During the late 1920s and into 1930s sociologists, Bogardus (1928) and Moreno (1934), stemming from their attention to intergroup conflict and interpersonal affiliation, developed methodologies involving quantifiable measures which later came to be known as the sub-discipline “sociometric”. Essentially Sociometrics is a mathematically-inclined approach to classroom dynamics. It can be used by professional researchers and
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Teaching and learning that happen in the classroom are strongly intertwined with social interactions between students and teachers. Relationships between students and between students and their teachers establish group processes and dynamics, making the classroom one of the most basic social settings in a child’s life. School Class as a Group Most of the teaching
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Choosing to work in education is a noble decision, but it cannot be taken lightly. One of the first places people will choose to work is in the classroom as a teaching assistant. In today’s educational environment, it is more critical than ever to have a fabulous assistant available in the classroom. With virtual meetings
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Sociometry is defined as the measurement of social choice, which means that the decisions – conscious and unconscious – that are made with regards to inter-personal affiliation. The measurement tools are used to facilitate change, and it addresses multiple aspects of human connection. As humans, we are constantly choosing those who we choose to affiliate
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Flexible seating is very popular these days and has become more and more popular every year. But what does flexible seating really mean? I will try to describe the concept here and also walk through the advantages and disadvantages of flexible seating. Flexible seating means that you as a school or institution provide a variety
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Classroom observations in school are an important tool for gaining an overview of patterns and trends, capturing the difference between what is said and what is actually done. It can form a good basis for continued development and improvement work. Research shows that there is a clear connection between the development and further training of
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Put simply, sociograms are graph database that visually displays social links between groups of people. It’s a great tool to understand dynamics within certain environments, as they provide an insight that will be valuable when it comes to improving communication, encouraging participation, and meeting a child’s overall needs. It can act as an effective early
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What is a literate classroom? Literacy is simply known as the ability to read or write. It is a basic function of life. A key to teaching early literacy skills to kids is establishing a literacy-rich environment. So, a literate classroom or environment can be defined as the setting that provides the kids with opportunities
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Students’ learning in a classroom takes place to a very high degree through hearing. Therefore, it is important to achieve an acceptable sound level so that you as a teacher and your students can enjoy and concentrate for a longer period of time. I started looking for information on how to minimize loud noises in
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