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Management Plan:

TEL 311 Signature Assignment

Miriam Muñoz

Arizona State University

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Table of Contents

I. Self-Introduction/Philosophy of Education…………………………………. Pgs. 3, 4

II. Classroom Management Resources…………..……………………………...Pgs. 4-10

Classroom Layout ………………………………………………….........Pgs. 4, 5

Classroom Procedures ………………………………………………….Pgs. 5-9

Discipline Strategies/Rules & Consequences …………………………..Pgs. 9, 10

III. Work Cited ………………………………………………………….…………Pg. 11

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Self-Introduction

Philosophy of Education

As an educator my personal belief is that it is beneficial for all current and future generations to

be familiar with the second most spoken language in the United States; Spanish. I believe it is

crucial for our society to be able to communicate with each other. My goal is to teach my native

language to those who may be familiar, or simply have never practiced the language of Spanish.

In my classroom, my knowledge will be passed on to my future students, and they will also be

knowledgeable enough to pass it on to their generations. I want my students to keep what they

have learned in the classroom, and apply it to their lives; not just do assignment, or speak a word

just for a grade.

Growing up speaking, and practicing two languages in my home was normal to me.

However, I came to realize that not all homes are bilingual. I remember how beneficial it was

speaking two languages because we could associate with two different cultures with no

difficulty. We would watch Spanish soap operas, and then change the television to an English

news station-the transition felt effortless. This is exactly how I want my students to feel in the

classroom when thinking of Spanish-effortless. I want them to learn and understand the material

covered with a sense of “effortless”. I will make my teaching seem effortless, however, at the

same time give them challenges through the course.

Students will be asked to take what they have learned outside the classroom. It will be

their choice of speaking to other classmates, family members, or community. They will

explained what was learned, and have a special form for the listener to sign off, and include

feedback. This will not only make the student feel at ese knowing they have a choice of who to
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speak with, but will also get the benefit of receiving a comment for their work done. This will

bring the students closer to their school community, and even become familiar with that person’s

cultural background. The school community and the school’s variety of cultures will be brought

into place, as well as my students making new friends.

My classroom will have a positive environment where the students will feel comfortable

sharing ideas, opinions, and their work. I will have them work in small groups, and change those

groups within the school year so that they have all have a chance to work with each other. My

classroom will have rules implemented that the students have created themselves. I feel that if

the students come up with their own “classroom rules” they will make them personal, own them,

and obey them. Students already know what is expected of them, and how they should be

respectful with each other, and their own “classroom rules” will give them all the sense of

ownership.

Students in my classroom will also be challenged. Depending on the level I am assigned

to, I will always incorporate a few items that “belong” to the next level class in the curriculum.

This will allow me to keep track and assess the students in their language learning process. If I

detect a student is not understanding the material, that would be the student that would need the

extra attention. In order to avoid the student from feeling they are being singled out, the material

will be covered to all the classroom, and the material that needs to be repeated-especially for

those in need- will be discussed to the entire classroom as well. Those that have understood the

material since phase one, could be used as their peer’s mentor, and be able to guide other peers

within the classroom.

Finally, it is with my best intention to provide an education, a safe place, and a sense of

community unity to all my students. Teaching them a new language, and applying it to their daily
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and future life will be my goal. My classroom will be fun, engaged, and everyone will have an

opportunity to learn. Not only they will learn from me, but I will learn from them. A very

exciting time in my career since these statements seem very close to be accomplished.

Classroom Management Resources

Classroom Layout

General Procedures

Classroom Procedures

A. Beginning of period-At the beginning of the period, students will sit on their assigned seat,

prepared to learn for the day.

1. Attendance check-I will take attendance by having students answer an exit ticket

question using Menti.com. Students will respond to the question asked, and add their full

name to the response.

2. Tardy students-Students who are tardy will put their name on a binder that will be at

the entrance of the door, and follow the procedures that will be previously written on the

board. All this will be done quietly without causing a disruption.

3. Expected student behavior-Students will be respectful to one another, and to each

classmates’ comments.
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B. Out-of-room policies-Students will be aware of their surroundings, and keep the classroom

policies and procedures in mind at all times.

C. Materials and equipment-Students will be expected to have something to write on and with

(notebook, tablet, or laptop).

1. What to bring to class-Students will bring required materials to class every class period

as well as a positive attitude and ready to learn.

2. Other room equipment-Equipment in the room will be available for all students to use

as long as they take care and not damage the material.

3. Student contact with teacher’s desk, storage, and other materials-Students will not be

on my desk area, since I do not plan to spend much time there. If so, they will respect

every item on the desk, and not pick anything up without permission.

D. Ending the period-Students will have 5 minute at the end of the class period to answer their

exit ticket question. Which includes to log in to Menti.com. Their exit ticket will also be their

attendance for the day.

Seat-Work and Instruction Procedures

A. Student attention-Students will be respectful to all ideas brought up in the classroom, and will

not interrupt other classmates’ presentations. Whenever there is a PA announcement, students are

to remain quiet for respect of the message.

B. Student participation-Students will participate equally in all discussions along with group

work.

C. Seat-work procedures-Students will work quietly in their assigned seating area.

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1. Talk among students-Students will talk among each other when working in groups, or when I

instruct them to comment with their partner a topic we may be covering. Noise levels will

depend on the activity or group assignments we are working on, however, not to exaggerate and

interfere with neighbors’ lectures.

2. Obtaining help-If a student is in need of extra help, they may talk to me at the end of class, and

we could arrange a meeting either lunch or after school. During class time, students will be

expected to raise their hands for help or questions.

3. Out of seat-Students are not leave their seats unless called on, or leaving to the restroom.

4. When seat work has been completed-When seat work has been completed students are to

remain in their seat, and start working on future assignments.

Student Group Work

A. Use of materials and supplies-Students will come prepared to class at all times.

B. Assignment of students to groups-When assigned to groups, students are to respect that

decision, and fairly distribute assignments within the group.

C. Student participation and behavior-Student participation will be expected, and they will

behave in a respectful manner towards all members of the group. Roles will be assigned within

the group on responsibilities to complete the project.

Miscellaneous

A. Signals-Students will respect the 3, 2, 1 countdown I give them when I am ready to give the

next instructions.
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B. Behavior during interruptions-When anyone walks into the classroom, the students will

remain working on the task they were given, and I will meet the guest for their questions.

C. Fire and evacuation drills-Students will abide by fire and evacuation rules, and remain by my

side the entire time.

Discipline Strategies/Rules and Consequences

Rule Consequence:

RULES CONSEQUENCES

Be on time If you are tardy 3 times, that will be

equivalent to one absence, and will count
against your class participation.
Be ready/prepared to learn If materials are not brought to class, I will
have a loaner for the day, but only allowed to
borrow items 5 times in the semester.
Bring required materials If assignments are not submitted, and
homework not turned in, points will be
deducted that will affect the final grade.
Provide a safe zone for you and for your If safety of others is in danger, student will
classmates immediately be escorted out of the classroom
by security, and
Be respectful to others First offence, the student will be asked to
apologize at the time of the offence. At the
second offence, student will be written up
with the deans’ office.

*I will also abide by all of the mandatory school rules laid out in the student agenda.