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What should you do as students enter the classroom for the first time?
Greet students at the door and direct them to an assignment written on the board.
As students work on a written assignment, you should:
Move about the room to monitor their progress.
One effective technique for getting and keeping students on task is to:
Whisper instructions in a quiet voice.
When students give wrong answers during an activity, you should:
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When is it appropriate to use sarcasm with a student?
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The first step you should take when a student or group of students is behaving inappropriately is to:
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When a student's conduct has negative effects on the learning environment, you should:
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As a general rule, teachers should spend the most time:
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Prepare yourself for presenting lessons in the classroom by:
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What teaching strategy should you use to help students be more creative when solving problems?
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When asking questions it is MOST important to:
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Which of the following activities is most appropriate for the last 10 minutes of class?
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Your students have just finished a lengthy writing assignment. What opportunity does this provide you?
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As a substitute teacher, legal accountability is something you should:
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It's okay to share student information on a need to know basis.
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Class rules are most effective when:
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The most effective means of controlling the behavior of students is to:
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Throughout the course of the school day, you should:
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What is the ideal amount of time to arrive early to a substitute teaching assignment?
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Fill-in activities can be used:
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When a student persists in disruptive behavior, it is considered:
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The best way to handle a student who is not on task or deliberately rude is to:
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Good questions will:
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The 'I understand' strategy:
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The number one common trait of successful substitute teachers is:
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Coercion is an appropriate response to a student's consequential behavior.
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Permanent teachers, school administrators, and district personnel unanimously praise and value substitute teachers who are:
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Which of the following is an effective way to respond non-coercively to inconsequential behavior?
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When addressing students, say their name first to get their attention.
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Study Notes
Classroom Management Techniques
- Greet students at the door and direct them to assignments to establish a welcoming environment.
- Monitor student progress by moving around the classroom during assignments.
- Use a quiet voice to whisper instructions, maintaining focus and task engagement.
- Acknowledge incorrect answers by recognizing effort and redirecting to other students.
Appropriate Communication and Behavior
- Sarcasm should never be used with students, fostering a positive communication style.
- For inappropriate behaviors, first determine if intervention is necessary before taking action.
- Address negative conduct by saying something positive to the student to uplift the classroom atmosphere.
- Spend the majority of time praising well-behaved students to encourage appropriate behavior.
Lesson Preparation and Teaching Strategies
- Prepare lessons by mastering various teaching strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Encourage creativity in problem-solving by employing brainstorming techniques.
- Allow for adequate response time (5-10 seconds) when asking questions to enhance student participation.
Class Activities and Recess Management
- Use the last 10 minutes of class for short learning activities, ensuring a productive transition.
- After lengthy assignments, supervise students during recess to maintain safety and engagement.
- As a substitute teacher, be aware of your legal accountability and adhere to classroom protocols.
Confidentiality and Classroom Rules
- Share student information only on a need-to-know basis to maintain confidentiality.
- State class rules concisely to clearly convey expectations to students.
Behavior Control and Instructional Consistency
- Control your actions as a means of managing student behavior effectively.
- Follow lesson plans left by the teacher precisely to ensure continuity in instruction.
Time Management and Substitute Teaching
- Arriving 20 minutes early for a substitute teaching assignment allows preparation and familiarity with the classroom.
- Fill-in activities can provide options when assigned work is completed.
Handling Disruptive Behavior
- Persistent disruptive behavior is deemed consequential, requiring appropriate responses.
- Address off-task or rude students privately to correct and redirect their behavior effectively.
Promoting Student Engagement
- Good questions stimulate student inquiry and promote higher-level thinking.
- The "I understand" strategy uses transitions to bring focus back to expected behaviors.
Traits of Successful Substitute Teachers
- Successful substitutes are characterized by professionalism in their dress, attitude, and presentation.
- Non-coercive responses to inconsequential behaviors often involve the teacher ignoring the behavior.
Attention and Engagement Techniques
- When addressing students, use their names first to capture their attention effectively.
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This quiz focuses on effective classroom management techniques through flashcards. It covers essential strategies such as greeting students, monitoring progress, and providing instructions. Test your knowledge on best practices for fostering a productive learning environment.