EDUC 480
Classroom Management
Spring 2016
Course Section:
EDUC 480
Meeting Time and Place: Thursday 3:00 – 4:45 BE 210
Course Credit Hours:
Credit Hours 2
Faculty Contact Information:
Dr. Joy Collingsworth
Office Hours: Monday 11:00 am – 2:00 pm; Thursday 12:00 am – 3:00 pm, or by appointment
Office Location BE 224
Office Phone: 423-869-6403 Cell 423-526-9795
Email: joy.collingsworth@lmunet.edu
I.
Course Description:
Candidates are introduced to different classroom learning environments and the impact
on student self-concept, social interaction, behavior, teaching, and learning. In addition,
candidates are introduced to various classroom management models and implementation.
Candidates will reflect on PK – 12 partnership experiences and demonstrate an
understanding of instructional design implementation, student assessment, classroom
learning environments and management, and self-assessment. Clinical field experience
required. Fall, Spring
II.
Course Objectives:
The Candidate will:
 Manage the learning environment to actively and equitably engage learners by
organizing, allocation, and coordinating the resources of time, space, and learner’s
attention; InTASC 3; EPP A,2,4 B1,3
 Use a variety of methods to engage learners in evaluating the learning
environment and collaborate with learners to make appropriate adjustments;
InTASC 5; EPP, A,2,4 B3,5
 Communicate verbally and nonverbally in ways that demonstrate respect for and
responsiveness to the cultural backgrounds and differing perspectives learners
bring to the learning environment; InTASC 1; EPP, A 2,3,5 B 1,5
 Plan for instruction based on formative and summative assessment data, prior
learners knowledge, and learner interest; InTASC 6 (EPP, B, 5)
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Collaborate with learners to design and implement relevant learning experiences,
identify their strengths, and access family and community resources to develop
their areas of interest; InTASC 10; (EPP, A,5 and C, 3)
Vary his/her role in the instructional process (e.g., instructor, facilitator, coach,
audience) in relation to the content and purposes of instruction and the needs of
learners; InTASC 8 EPP, A,2,4 B,1,2,4
Engage learners in using a range of learning skills and technology tools to access,
interpret, evaluate and apply information; InTASC 8; EPP, B,6
Understand individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning
environment that encourages positive social interaction active engagement in
learning and self-motivation; InTASC 1,2; (EPP, B,1 5,A,4)
Use knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal and media communication
techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration and supportive interaction in the
classroom; (EPP B, 6)
Plan instruction bases upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community
and curriculum goals; InTASC 7 (EPP, A,5, C,3)
Know, understand and use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate
and ensure the continuing intellectual, social and physical development of the
learner; InTASC 6; (EPP B,5)
Work as a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the efforts of his/her
choices and actions on others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow
professionally; InTASC 9; EPP, A, 3,4,5 and B,1
Foster relationships with school colleagues, parents and agencies in the larger
community to support students’ learning and well-being; (EPP A,5 and C,3)
Texts/Materials for the Course:
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Required: Evert, Carolyn M. & Edmund T. Emmer. Classroom Management for
Elementary Teachers, or Classroom Management for Middle and High School
Teachers (depending on area of concentration, only one textbook required))
College LiveText
Blackboard
Supplementary Materials (Selected readings/handouts from sources provided by
instructor)
IV.
Course Requirements, Assessment (Learning Outcomes) and Evaluation Methods:
Course Requirements:
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The candidate will:
 Complete two field placement experiences, to include 15 hours each during which
time the candidate will teach (3-5) lessons at second placement implementing
specified classroom management strategies and procedures;
 Submit reflections from each lesson plan evaluating effectiveness of specified
classroom management procedures; units will include: Classroom Rules and
Procedures, Discipline and Behavior Management, Teacher/Student Relationships
Teacher Withitness, Student Responsibility;
 Complete an action research project and submit a written paper;
 Evaluate two educational settings and complete an assessment report for both
placements;
 Undergo professional dispositions evaluations by each of the two cooperating
teachers and the instructor of the course
 Complete all written, oral and in-class work in the designated timeframe set forth
in the syllabus;
Assignments
Value
Attendance/Participation ( 10 points per class)
160
Seven (7) Lesson plans, two from first placement and a unit of five
from second placement, classroom management strategies/procedures
should be discussed in each lesson. (100 points for each lesson plan)
700
Final typed reflections from both field placements (150 points each
placement)
300
Senior SEWS Paper
500
Quizzes (5) Material covered in class and in textbook (100 points
each)
500
Classroom Management/Environment Assessment Reports (200
points each placement)
400
Log Sheet, documented and signed from each placement (100 points
each site)
Article Critiques – (2) (Critique and article should concern classroom
management.)
200
Total
2960
Grading Scale:
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200
A = 95-100
A- = 90 - 94
B+ = 87 – 89
B = 83 - 86
B- = 80 – 82
C+ = 77 – 79
C = 73 -76
C- = 70 – 72
D+ = 67 - 69
D = 63 – 66
D- = 60 – 62
F = Below 60
Attendance:
Attendance is very important for this class. We will be meeting 16 times during this
semester. A minimum of 75% attendance is necessary to pass this class. Therefore,
any student missing more than (four classes) will automatically receive a failing
grade.
V.
Methods of Instruction:
Lecture, demonstration, practice, application, collaborative learning, cooperative
learning, field experience.
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Information Literacy/Technological Resources:
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Blackboard
LMU Email Account
LiveText
Access to LMU Library Data Base
TN Dept. of Education Website
University Policies:
Students With Disabilities Policy: As a rule, all students must read and comply
with standards of the LMU Student Handbook and LMU catalogue. Any student seeking
assistance in accordance with the Americans Disabilities Act (1990 as amended) should
contact the ADA Coordinator, Dan Graves, with regard to required documentation and in
order to make appropriate arrangements. Contact information: dan.graves@lmunet.edu
and/or 423.869.6267 (800-325-0900 ext. 6267).
Counseling: LMU counselors are available to help current students with
personal, career and academic concerns that affect academic success and quality of life.
The Director of Counseling, Jason Kishpaugh, can be contacted at
jason.kishpaugh@lmunet.edu and/or 423.869.6401 (800-325-0900 ext. 6401).
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Discrimination, Scholastic Dishonesty, Cheating, and Plagiarism Policies can
be found in the student handbook:
LMU’s website: http://www.lmunet.edu/campuslife/handbooks.shtml.
Course Evaluations: In addition to meeting degree requirements specified in the
graduate and undergraduate catalogs, all students are required to complete Universityadministered course evaluations.
Outcomes Assessment Testing: Degree requirements include participating in all
outcomes assessment testing (e.g., general education assessment, major field tests, etc.)
and activities when requested. Students may be required to complete one or more
questionnaires and to take one or more standardized tests to determine general
educational achievement as a prerequisite to graduation (see appropriate catalog for
additional information).
All Associate of Science – Nursing; Associate of Science – Veterinary Health
Science; and Associate of Science – Veterinary Medical Technology students must take
the General Education Proficiency Profile examination.
LMU’s Inclement Weather Policy can be found at the following link to LMU’s
website: http://www.lmunet.edu/curstudents/weather.shtml.
IIX.
mission statements:
Lincoln Memorial University Mission Statement can be found at the following
link to LMU’s website: http://www.lmunet.edu/about/mission.shtml.
Department or Program Mission Statement:
http://www.lmunet.edu/education/about/unit%20Conceptual%20framew
ork%202011.Pdf (Page 6)
IX.
Course Outline/Assignment/units of Instruction or Clinic Schedule:
DATE
January 14
January 21
January 28
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ASSIGNMENT
Review of syllabus, Chapter One:
Introduction to Classroom Management.
Discussion of placements, Lesson plan
format
Chapter Two: Organizing Your Classroom
and Materials; Question and answer
session, In-class activities, Quiz over
chapters 1 and 2 (Dr. Lynch and research
paper discussion)
February 4
February 11
February 18
February 25
March 3
Midterm week
March 10
Chapter Three: Establishing Classroom
Rules and Procedures; Lesson Plan One
Due, Classroom presentation of lesson.
Chapter Four: Procedures for Managing
Student Work; Lesson Plan two due, In
class video. Quiz over chapters 3 and 4.
Chapter Five: Getting off to a good start;
In-class activities, First Classroom
Environment and Climate Survey due, be
prepared to discuss with class.
Chapter Six: Planning and Conducting
Instruction; In class Video, Quiz over
chapters 5 and 6.
Chapter Seven: Managing Cooperative
Learning groups; Video-cooperative
learning, lesson plan three due. Be
prepared to discuss lesson plan.
Chapter Eight: Monitoring Student
Behavior; Quiz over chapters 7 and 8.
Final reflection due from the first
placement. Share with class. Bring log
sheet to class.
March 17
Chapter Nine: Communication Skills for
Teaching; Possible quest speaker. In-class
activities, (Dr. Lynch and research paper)
March 24
Spring Break (No Classes)
March 31
Article critique presented to class,
Discussion of Five lesson unit for second
placement.
April 7
Chapter Ten: Managing Special Groups;
Further discussion of lesson plan unit.
In class activities
April 14
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Chapter 11: Managing Special Groups; Inclass activities, Handouts- Ruby Payne and
Poverty. Unit plan due, Final reflection for
second placement and log sheet due.
April 21
April 28
May 5 – Finals Week
Quiz over Chapters Nine, Ten, and Eleven
Research Paper Discussion, Second article
Critique due. Be prepared to discuss.
Classroom Management/Environment
Assessment report #2 due. Share with
class, Video- The Professional Educator
Class will be orientation to Student
Teaching and will take place at a later time
of the evening. (Approximately 6:00 pm)
X.
Honors Contract Addendum Information (if applicable):
XI.
Each instructor may insert Miscellaneous course elements here, as desired
XII.
Important Dates in the Academic Calendar Fall 2015
Last Day to Add Classes
Martin Luther King (special activities)
Last Day to drop classes without “WD”
Spring Break
Mid-term
Last Day to Drop Course without “F”
Early registration begins
Last Day of Classes
Final Exams
January 20
January 18
February 9
March 21-25
Feb 29 – March 4
March 18
April 4
April 29
May 2-6
XIII.
Student Community Engagement: A cornerstone of the University’s mission is service to
humanity. As part of the University’s Student Service Initiative, students receiving any
form of institutional aid participate in at least 10 hours of service learning per semester.
Students are encouraged to network with one another in classroom settings and with
instructors and advisors for searching out and creating appropriate service learning
projects related to their field of study. For more information visit:
http://www.lmunet.edu/campuslife/initiative/index.shtml or contact Larry Thacker,
Associate Dean of Students.
XIV.
THE INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE, ALTER AND/OR
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AMEND THIS SYLLABUS, AS NECESSARY. STUDENTS WILL BE NOTIFIED
IN WRITING AND/OR BY EMAIL OF ANY SUCH REVISIONS,
ALTERATIONS AND/OR AMENDMENTS.
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