what is the difference between classroom management and classroom discipline?...
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You'd need to read each of the articles in the linked list that GuruBlue gave you and make a comparison chart for yourself.
Comparison chart = two columns on one page or two facing pages in a binder or notebook. One column for one topic; second column for the other topic. Then as you read the articles, you list the elements you believe are significant for each term or topic.
I'm not sure there is much difference, except that Classroom Discipline is within Classroom Management. Management covers EVERYTHING; discipline covers "keeping order" in the classroom.
This is not an easy subject either!
thank you sooooooooo much...actually,i'm taking up Bachelor in Education here in the Philippines...i'm on my second year now...
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. I thought I posted the difference the other day but now I can't find it! Essentially it is the difference between being proactive (anticipating problems = management) and reactive (punishing after the fact = discipline.)
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT deals with how things are done.
DISCIPLINE deals with how people behave.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT has to do with procedures, routines, and structure.
DISCIPLINE is about impulse management and self-control.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT is the teacher's responsibility.
DISCIPLINE is the student's responsibility.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT is enhanced when procedures are:
1. explained to students,
2. practiced by students, and periodically (when necessary)
3. reinforced by practicing again.
When procedures are learned, routines are established.
Routines give structure to instruction.
Good classroom management is essential for efficient teaching and learning. Chances are that when you walk into a room, you do not pay much attention to the floor. But if it were missing, you would. The analogy works for classroom management. You don't notice it when it is good. But without it, the lack of it is readily apparent.
The differences between classroom management and discipline are two of the four distinctive concepts necessary for an understanding of effective teaching. The other two are "curriculum" and "instruction."
Curriculum refers to what is to be taught. The curriculum is determined by state departments of education, boards of education, the "federal agenda," professional associations, the community--and, more recently, corporate performance accountability models for learning.
It is the teacher's responsibility to make the curriculum relevant, interesting, meaningful, and/or enjoyable. (The November, 2002, article gives suggestions for accomplishing this task.)
Instruction has two components: (1) teaching and (2) learning. The former refers to what the teacher does, the latter to what students do.
Good teaching of a lesson has at least three parts: (1) grabbing interest, (2) the actual teaching, and (3) reflection on the experiences for enhanced understanding, reinforcement, and retention.
Learning pertains to what students do to learn.
Here is my point: If you have a particularly unsuccessful lesson, ask yourself,
(1) Was it the curriculum? e.g., I just didn't make it appealing,
or
(2) Was it instruction? e.g., I had a wonderful lesson planned, but I did all the work; the students were not involved enough in their learning,
or
(3) Was it classroom management? e.g., I had a wonderful lesson, but it took 10 minutes to get everything organized,
or
(4) Was it a discipline problem? e.g., I prompted the students' curiosity, taught a good lesson with meaningful student activities, had everything organized, but I still had disruptions?
Asking yourself these questions enhances a clear understanding of the differences between curriculum, instruction, classroom management, and discipline and is a fundamental first step of an effective teacher.
Classroom management and classroom discipline are two important concepts in education, but they have different focuses and approaches. Here's a breakdown of their key differences:
1. Definition:
- Classroom management refers to the strategies and techniques used by educators to create a positive learning environment, maintain student engagement, and promote effective teaching and learning. It encompasses various aspects such as seating arrangements, lesson planning, time management, and behavior expectations.
- Classroom discipline refers to the methods employed by educators to address and deal with instances of misbehavior or disruptions in the classroom. It involves setting clear rules and consequences, handling conflicts, and ensuring that students understand and follow the established guidelines.
2. Focus:
- Classroom management primarily focuses on proactive approaches and preventive measures to foster a positive classroom climate. It aims to minimize disruptions and distractions, maximize student participation and learning, and create a harmonious and conducive learning environment.
- Classroom discipline, on the other hand, is reactive and addresses specific instances of misbehavior or rule violations. It involves responding to and managing disruptive behavior to ensure that it doesn't disrupt the learning process for other students.
3. Strategies:
- Classroom management strategies include establishing routines and procedures, using effective communication techniques, providing clear expectations, and implementing engaging instructional methods. These strategies are designed to promote student responsibility, active participation, and a sense of ownership in their learning process.
- Classroom discipline strategies focus on enforcing rules and consequences, using appropriate techniques to address misbehavior, and implementing conflict resolution strategies. These strategies aim to correct the behavior, reinforce expected conduct, and restore the learning environment to an appropriate state.
It's important to note that effective classroom management helps prevent the need for excessive discipline measures. By proactively establishing a positive and engaging learning environment, educators can minimize instances of misbehavior and create a more productive learning experience for all students.