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Wondering how to quiet a noisy classroom? Explore classroom noise control strategies for a respectful learning environment.

Stephanie Carmichael
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What is proactive vs. reactive classroom management? Learn the difference, and explore practical examples.

Melissa Williams
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Explore 9 key qualities of a good student leader, and learn ways to help cultivate students' leadership skills in the classroom.

Shaddoe Lambert
Former Teacher; HMH Product Manager

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Practice your answers to the most common classroom management interview questions. Explore strategies and tips.

Casey Brown
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Consider implementing a classroom rewards system for students. A class rewards system can motivate students to participate in their own learning.

Mary Dean
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Why is consistency important in behavior management? Consistency in the classroom creates a safe, positive environment for students to grow.

Jenny Fulton
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How Does Classroom Management Affect Learning? Without effective classroom management, it can be difficult to keep students engaged and on task.

Jovana Simic
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Everything You Need to Know about Positive Reinforcement in the Classroom

Learn strategies for positive reinforcement in the classroom. Focus on rewarding your students for what they do well.

Emily Hamm
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Try these 5 alternatives to homework. Alternative homework ides can help teachers out while keeping students learning.

Amanda Clark
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Explore 7 creative classroom management ideas that will encourage your students to model positive behaviors in no time.

Amanda Clark
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What is Reactive Classroom Management? Reactive classroom management helps teachers to guide their students into better patterns of behavior.

Marie Swan
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Explore 5 reasons why using food as a reward in schools should be avoided for PBIS.

Timothy Mugabi
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WF1802900 Shaped 2023 Blog Post Why is Classroom Management Important

Read why classroom management is important in ensuring a successful school year and find classroom management strategies to use in your classroom.

Teresa Meredith
Teacher

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Explore 11 ideas for cheap or free classroom rewards and incentives. No matter what your budget looks like, get your students motivated to participate!

Ali Habashi
Former Shaped Editor

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Use our curated list of classroom management articles and resources to help you organize and manage your classroom.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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Read more for tips on how to help students cope with tragic or disturbing news—particularly news that involves something so personal to them, safety at school.

How to Promote Kindness in Our Kids

Former teacher and current HMH Chief Academic Officer Francie Alexander offers educators some tips on how to create a kindness movement in their classrooms and communities.

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

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Ring in the new year by teaching practical goal-setting and self-management with your students.

Onalee Smith
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