By Elaine Galagher
This list is a guide of the possible areas to practice with students, establishing procedures that will eventually, with practice, become routines. Routines in your classroom lead to better self-discipline by students, and they support emphasis on ALT = Academic Learning Time.
Entering the classroom Passing in papers
Getting to work immediately Exchanging papers
When students are tardy Returning student work
End-of-period class dismissal Getting materials without disturbing others
Listening to and responding to questions Handing out playground materials
Participating in class discussions Moving about the room
When you need pencil or paper Going to the library or computer center
Keeping your desk orderly Headings on papers
Checking out classroom materials When a student finishes work early
Coming to attention Asking a question
When students are absent When a school-wide announcement is made
Working cooperatively Walking in the hall during class time
Changing groups Responding to a fire drill or other emergency
Keeping a notebook Responding to an earthquake
Going to the office Responding to a severe weather report
When student needs help or conferencing When visitors are in the classroom
Knowing the schedule for the day or class If the teacher is out of the classroom
Keeping a progress report If a student is suddenly ill
Finding directions for each assignment Saying «Please» and «Thank you»