The last few years have taught the importance of adaptability and flexibility—two particularly useful skills in the classroom. With disruptions happening often, it’s not a surprise that educators are looking for classroom management resources to help organize and manage their classrooms.
According to the National Council on Teacher Quality, 49 percent of teaching programs train in effective classroom management, drastically improving by 26 percent since 2013. There's still work to be done and both new teachers and veterans need more support than ever following the interruption of the pandemic.
Finding free, reliable resources can be a challenge so we’ve curated a list of effective classroom management articles for teachers from our most popular blogs—filled with the latest insights on classroom management strategies—just for you. From setting expectations to creating an inclusive classroom, there are plenty of topics on Shaped to develop your approach to classroom management as you head back to school this year.
Classroom Management Resources
Read why classroom management is important in ensuring a successful school year and find classroom management strategies to use in your classroom.
Get your new school year off to a great start by implementing these classroom management strategies for elementary teachers.
Create a healthy and happy learning environment with middle school classroom management strategies that are rooted in brain science.
These high school classroom management strategies will create an environment where students feel respected, nurtured, and safe to express themselves.
What makes an effective first year teacher? Developing a successful classroom management strategy is an important first step on your teacher journey.
These classroom rituals and routines will ensure your school year is successful.
Learn how to design an effective classroom management plan for you and your students.
A new school year is the perfect time to revisit classroom routines and procedures. Find some tips for your classroom here.
Learn how to establish High School classroom procedures, norms, and rules and how doing so will help build a positive classroom culture.
Find tips on setting classroom expectations for students. Use these classroom management strategies to ensure that each day runs smoothly.
Students need to believe that they belong in their learning environment. Learn about the importance of classroom community—and ways to foster positivity.
How do you foster a sense of safety and belonging so students can focus their energy on learning? These strategies for building community in the classroom will help.
Discover why classroom jobs for elementary students are a win-win for teachers and students.
Learn more about classroom jobs for students and how they benefit everyone in the learning environment.
Explore 11 ideas for cheap or free classroom rewards and incentives. No matter what your budget looks like, get your students motivated to participate!
Get strategies for maximizing instructional time in the classroom to meet your teaching goals and each student’s needs.
Try these 10 virtual classroom management strategies to help when teaching is happening in an online classroom.
Looking for ideas for virtual rewards for students in the online classroom? Try these incentives to ensure students have fun in the online classroom. These ideas offer ways to reward individual students or entire classes.
What is proactive vs. reactive classroom management? Learn the difference, and explore practical examples.
What is Reactive Classroom Management? Reactive classroom management helps teachers to guide their students into better patterns of behavior.
How Does Classroom Management Affect Learning? Without effective classroom management, it can be difficult to keep students engaged and on task.
Explore 8 creative classroom management ideas that will encourage your students to model positive behaviors in no time.
Explore classroom management resources for teachers. Find innovative and effective tools for managing student behavior.
Practice your answers to the most common classroom management interview questions. Explore strategies and tips.
Explore 18 fun ways to teach classroom rules and procedures that will increase classroom engagement and foster a positive learning environment.
Advice from Teachers in America
When customs broker Stacy Salter took on teaching elementary as a second career, she had to learn the ins and outs of classroom management to build student relationships.
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This blog, originally published in 2022, has been updated for 2023.
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