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philosophy will be forever developing; based off a combination of theorists and observing
teachers in the work place with years of experience I am able to begin developing my classroom
which allows students to learn in a safe and positive manner while enforcing firm but fair
policies. I believe that students learn best when they can rely on the teacher to ensure that rules
and routines are put in place and that there is some form of consistency from day to day.
Students should see their teacher as an authoritative member of the school staff; however, they
should not be intimidated to voice their own ideas and opinions, when appropriate. Although it is
important for the leader of the classroom to be the teacher, I believe that through some aspects of
cooperative learning, a mutual respect between students and their teacher will be created. The
following essay will exemplify my classroom management philosophy through the combination
making decisions based off of five ‘needs’. These five needs consist of survival, love and
belonging, power, freedom and fun. Relating these ‘needs’ to the classroom; a student should not
feel threatened or in physical danger when entering the classroom. Students need a sense of
connection and this is fulfilled through the love and belonging given by the teacher. Students
should feel empowered to work cooperatively within their environment. Furthermore, students
should have a sense of freedom when it comes to learning, and should be presented with choice
regularly. Finally, the students need to have fun not only at home but in the schools and in the
classroom. I believe that when a classroom can ensure these needs are met, students will fell as
though they are in a safe and positive learning environment. When a classroom and its’ teacher
have provided students with a safe and positive learning environment students will be less likely
to feel the need to misbehave as their desires have all been met.
their pupils in several teaching methods as well as managing their class through implementing
certain classroom rules and procedures. Glasser and Morrish believe in two different
management theories when it comes to the teacher’s role within the classroom. Glasser believes
teachers should be viewed as leaders who influence students through modeling themselves
responsibly and doing high quality work. Whereas, Morrish believes teachers should be more
alone will not give you the type of students you want but to achieve respectful and cooperative
students, discipline is needed to guide them. Therefore, Morrish believes that teachers should be
stricter than in Glasser’s teacher model. I believe for optimal classroom management the teacher
should combine both of their theories and should be a teacher that is both a leader and role
model, as well as a manager. A key part of combining these two ideal teachers is finding the
balance and knowing which version of the teacher is appropriate in different situations.
proper behaviour and, through positive reinforcement, the student would strive to be like their
teacher. I agree that by promoting positive behaviours and reinforcing them when appropriate
will lead to positive outcomes. However, I realize that every student is unique and has different
needs, thus I know that positive reinforcement will not work for everyone. In the cases where
behaviour becomes an issue is the perfect example for implementing Morrish’s manager teacher.
When it comes to discipline in the classroom, I believe that firm and fair policies are
important. It is ideal to ensure that the teacher is the clear authoritative figure and has the final
say in the consequences regardless of the issue. However, it is also important to listen to the
students and recognize the reasons why they are misbehaving. For inspiration on incorporating
cooperative discipline I look towards Linda Albert as her theory involves the teacher reaching
out and using their positive rapport with students and parents to achieve change in student
behaviour. It is important to maintain a good relationship with parents and keep them up to date
with their child’s behaviour in class as students need consistency in their lives. A teacher cannot
expect to make a difference in a student’s behaviour if the positive behaviour is not enforced at
home too. I believe that the teacher should have the final say in deciding consequences; however,
their decisions should also be supported by the parents. Therefore, cooperation with parents is a
key concept teachers must keep in mind and I will incorporate in my practices. My classroom
philosophy involves the teacher building respect with their students through providing a positive
and safe learning environment. I expect to maintain this positive rapport with the students by
presenting my rules and policies in a firm but fair manner. In order to provide students with
consistency within their life both in and out of the classroom, it will be expected that I keep in
contact with parents and ensure that they realize their role in being a part of creating the
classroom environment.
I accept the fact that my personal classroom management philosophy is not perfect;
however, I believe that with the aid of Linda Albert, Ronald Morrish, and William Glasser I have
built a strong foundation I can implement in the classroom. I also know that my classroom
management philosophy will always be developing throughout my career. Every year of teaching
will present new challenges and new ideals that, as a teacher, I will have to evolve to meet the
William Glasser Institute, (n.d.). Teaching the World Choice Theory. Retrieved from
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