Before beginning this assignment, read THIS article about classroom layouts. This article introduces research that explains the effects of classroom layout on students. It also discusses the connection between your teaching philosophy (what YOU think is vital in teaching and learning) and your classroom layout.

Click here for the link to the article.

Part 1: Classroom Diagram: Create one classroom diagram that promotes cooperative learning by creating acomputer-generated diagram with the physical layout of your classroom for a minimum of 20 students, including:

• • 2 students who are English Language Learners (ELLs):
    • 1 student with limited English proficiency is of Cuban origin; Spanish is their primary language
    • 1 student with limited English proficiency is of Haitian origin, Creole and French being their primary languages.
  • 2 students who have been identified as part of the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program:
    • 1 student has been identified as dyslexic. This student confuses letter names and sounds, demonstrates difficulty with blending sounds into words, and exhibits a slow rate of reading while also struggling to remember what was read.
    • 1 student has been identified as having Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), demonstrating issues with concentration and focus. This student is easily distracted, impulsive, can’t sit still, loses interest quickly, and tends to daydream.
  • 2 students with more than typical behavior challenges (you choose what the behaviors can be)
  • 14 general education students

Part 2: Diagram Labels: Each computer-generated diagram for your classroom diagram must graphically display the below-noted items and must be individually labeled; do not use symbols or abbreviations as they relate to each physical structure:

1. Seating arrangements that promote a cooperative learning environment (please include arrows to display the direction of each seat that occupies a student)
2. Labels for desks of each of the students described above. Please include a Legend or Key if you choose to use acronyms as labels. This is the only location where acronyms will be accepted if a legend accompanies the layout.
3. The teacher’s desk
4. The small group teaching station/area (this area might be something you might use for lessons, small group, or intervention)
5. Computer station
6. A minimum of two center areas of your choice (such as library center, math center, art center, etc.) in addition to the small group teaching station and the computer station.

Part 3: Map Narrative:

1. You must identify at least two reasons/rationale for the placement of each of the groups of students seated on your classroom map (use chapter 2 for help);

(1) ELL

(2) ESE

(3) behavior challenges

(4) general education students

2. You must include at least two reasons/rationale for the placement of each of the following: the teacher’s desk, small group teaching station, and your two center areas.

3. After reading the article, discuss how this classroom setup connects to essential elements of your teaching philosophy.

Turning in this assignment: You may turn in this assignment in several ways. Depending on what you used to create your computer-generated map, you may turn in a screenshot, a public web link, or a username and password for a completed project. Be very specific if your project has directions for access to view.

Tip: To complete this assignment, you may use PPT, Word, or a web-based classroom planner. Make sure whatever you use allows you to label and place arrows.

This assignment will be submitted through the Portfolio platform as one document. Please reach out to me if you have any questions.

Proceed too…

As discussed in the Module 9 video and Chapters 9 and 10, the culture a teacher creates in their classroom determines the success of the classroom environment. Using the information from the video and the chapters, create a digital behavior expectation poster that would be used as an anchor chart that you can refer to as the year progresses. You have creative freedom for this assignment!

The chart must include the following components:

1. The vision and goal of your classroom culture/environment

2. An “I will” statement that demonstrates how YOU will meet their needs as their teacher.

3. An “I will’ statement that demonstrates how YOU will provide a safe environment.

4. An “I will” statement that demonstrates how YOU will provide engaging instruction.

4. At least 5 clear and specific classroom rules in POSITIVE STATEMENTS.

5. List 3 classroom procedures.

6. What are the possible consequences of misbehavior/class disruptions?

7 What is positive reinforcement for good behavior?

Lastly, proceed to….

Using the following IRIS Resource, Behavioral Principles, please read all content and watch videos about behavioral principles in the classroom.

Once you have completed the module, answer all of the assessment questions at the end of the module, and are also included here:

Behavioral Principles: The Basics of Understanding Student Behavior