WAYS TO REALIZE TIME RELATED GOALS IN THE CLASSROOM
Clearly there is a lot to consider when it comes to this area of performance. At various points throughout this chapter, we have mentioned ways in which time issues are intertwined with other areas of performance in teaching. Tables 8.2, 8.3, and 8.4 summarize areas of performance that relate specifically to managing time efficiently and in service of supporting student learning and achievement.
Establish routines and procedures Develop a plan for dealing with housekeeping issues (lunch count, attendance, permission slips, cleanup, announce- ments) so these don’t compete with instructional time. (Routines)
Delegate jobs Teach students how to do some of the management tasks you would ordinarily do (wheeling the overhead projector into place, distributing and collecting materials, chang- ing desk arrangements, or moving furniture to match the planned activity for the day) to reduce setup time and maxi- mize the amount of time guiding their learning.
Reward efficiency Recognize and reward students who are using time wisely and managing it well.
Have instructional materials ready and supplies conveniently available
Students can access and return them independently and efficiently. (Momentum: Provisioning, Space)
Allow sufficient time for transitions Avoid a harried pace, but challenge students to be efficient, and teach them how to implement routines that save time. (Routines, Space, Momentum)
Minimize time spent on discipline issues Deal with disruptions and off-task behavior quickly, directly, privately when possible, and with the minimum it takes to get the students back on track. (Attention, Discipline)
Table 8.2 Goal 1: Minimize Non-Instructional Time and Develop Efficient Management Systems
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