CMG3701
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CONTENTS
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Introduction v
PART 1: KEY IDEAS AND DEBATES ON CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT 1
UNIT 1:1Classroom management concepts 2
UNIT 1.2The aim of classroom management 3
UNIT 1:3Approaches to classroom management 4
UNIT 1:4Management functions in the classroom 6
PART 2: DIFFERENT ROLES OF THE EDUCATOR IN THE CONTEXT OF CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT 9
UNIT 2.1 The educator as leader 10
UNIT 2.2 The educator as planner 12
UNIT 2.3 The educator as organiser 15
UNIT 2.4 The educator as controller 17
UNIT 2.5 The role of learners 20
UNIT 2.6 The role of parents 23
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PART 3: MANAGEEMENT STRATEGIES IN A SOUTH AFRICAN CLASSROOM
UNIT 3.1 Planning, organising, leading, controlling 28
UNIT 3.2 Policy development and implementation 30
UNIT 3.3 Communication in the classroom 31
UNIT 3.4 Decision-making 32
UNIT 3.5 Learner motivation and participation 35
UNIT 3.6 Teaching large classes 36
UNIT 3.7 Democratic management of learning environments that are safe, promote
learning, and foster creative and critical thinking 37
38
UNIT 3.8 Ethical and sensitive resolution of conflict situations in classrooms
UNIT 3.9 Assisting learners to manage themselves, their homework, their time and
resources 43
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UNIT 3.10 46 growth
Disciplining learmers in ways that are firm and fair, and promote
UNIT 3.11
Effective classroom administration 48
UNIT 3.12
Managing relationships 50
PART 4: LEGAL PROVISIONS IMPACTING ON CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
54
UNIT 4.1Analyse, make and implement legal documents 54
UNIT 4.2Learner safety 56
UNIT 4.3Learner discipline 58
UNIT 4.4HIV/AIDS 60
UNIT 4.5Sexual misconduct 61
UNIT 4.6The Employment of Educators Act 76 of 1998 63
UNIT 4.7The Employment of Educators Act 76 of 1998 on termination of 67
services
Conclusion of the module 69
References 70
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INTRODUCTION TO THE MODULE
A WORD OF WELCOME
We welcome you to the module Classroom Management (CMG3701). We hope that you
will find this module meaningful, enriching and relevant to your own classroom practice.
The purpose of this study guide is to direct your exploration of your role as a classroom
manager by highlighting important aspects in the prescribed book and by providing
activities which should enhance your knowledge and skills. Study this guide and the
relevant sections in your prescribed book thoroughly to familiarise yourself with the
terminology. Do extra reading to ensure that you develop informed opinions on selected
topics creatively, critically and independently.
In this module we inspire you to participate in a practical way.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this module is to explore the roles of the teacher as leader, manager and
administrator. It explores issues that will be critical to successful classroom management
and leadership within the context of legal governing principles.
A key competence is effective management of the classroom in different educational
contexts. All teachers need good classroom management skills to be able to cope with
the increasing demands on education, schools and instructional practice. They also need
to be aware of various elements that need to be considered in classroom management.
This module will guide your intellectual, scientific and professional development by
training you in select aspects such as the following:
• Management in the context of the classroom.
• Functions of classroom management (planning, organising, leading, controlling, policy
development and implementation, decision-making, communicating and motivating).
• Elements that need to be considered in classroom management (arranging the
environment, creating a positive climate, organising and conducting teaching, organising
learner activities, maintaining positive discipline, managing conflict, managing
homework, managing administration, managing parental involvement, managing
relationships, acting professionally, self-management and being knowledgeable about
legal provisions regulating the management of learners).
• Analysis of published research reports, legal documents and articles.
• Assuming roles and taking stances that are justified by pertinent reference to theory,
policy, legal provisions, observed practice and personal experience.
• Different strategies for engagement in policy and practice in diverse contexts.
• Democratic management of learning environments, ensuring safe as well as conducive
teaching and learning environments that foster creative and critical thinking.
• Disciplining learners in ways that are firm, fair and promote growth.
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CONTENTS
Page
Introduction v
PART 1: KEY IDEAS AND DEBATES ON CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT 1
UNIT 1:1Classroom management concepts 2
UNIT 1.2The aim of classroom management 3
UNIT 1:3Approaches to classroom management 4
UNIT 1:4Management functions in the classroom 6
PART 2: DIFFERENT ROLES OF THE EDUCATOR IN THE CONTEXT OF CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT 9
UNIT 2.1 The educator as leader 10
UNIT 2.2 The educator as planner 12
UNIT 2.3 The educator as organiser 15
UNIT 2.4 The educator as controller 17
UNIT 2.5 The role of learners 20
UNIT 2.6 The role of parents 23
27
PART 3: MANAGEEMENT STRATEGIES IN A SOUTH AFRICAN CLASSROOM
UNIT 3.1 Planning, organising, leading, controlling 28
UNIT 3.2 Policy development and implementation 30
UNIT 3.3 Communication in the classroom 31
UNIT 3.4 Decision-making 32
UNIT 3.5 Learner motivation and participation 35
UNIT 3.6 Teaching large classes 36
UNIT 3.7 Democratic management of learning environments that are safe, promote
learning, and foster creative and critical thinking 37
38
UNIT 3.8 Ethical and sensitive resolution of conflict situations in classrooms
UNIT 3.9 Assisting learners to manage themselves, their homework, their time and
resources 43
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UNIT 3.10 46 growth
Disciplining learmers in ways that are firm and fair, and promote
UNIT 3.11
Effective classroom administration 48
UNIT 3.12
Managing relationships 50
PART 4: LEGAL PROVISIONS IMPACTING ON CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
54
UNIT 4.1Analyse, make and implement legal documents 54
UNIT 4.2Learner safety 56
UNIT 4.3Learner discipline 58
UNIT 4.4HIV/AIDS 60
UNIT 4.5Sexual misconduct 61
UNIT 4.6The Employment of Educators Act 76 of 1998 63
UNIT 4.7The Employment of Educators Act 76 of 1998 on termination of 67
services
Conclusion of the module 69
References 70
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INTRODUCTION TO THE MODULE
A WORD OF WELCOME
We welcome you to the module Classroom Management (CMG3701). We hope that you
will find this module meaningful, enriching and relevant to your own classroom practice.
The purpose of this study guide is to direct your exploration of your role as a classroom
manager by highlighting important aspects in the prescribed book and by providing
activities which should enhance your knowledge and skills. Study this guide and the
relevant sections in your prescribed book thoroughly to familiarise yourself with the
terminology. Do extra reading to ensure that you develop informed opinions on selected
topics creatively, critically and independently.
In this module we inspire you to participate in a practical way.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this module is to explore the roles of the teacher as leader, manager and
administrator. It explores issues that will be critical to successful classroom management
and leadership within the context of legal governing principles.
A key competence is effective management of the classroom in different educational
contexts. All teachers need good classroom management skills to be able to cope with
the increasing demands on education, schools and instructional practice. They also need
to be aware of various elements that need to be considered in classroom management.
This module will guide your intellectual, scientific and professional development by
training you in select aspects such as the following:
• Management in the context of the classroom.
• Functions of classroom management (planning, organising, leading, controlling, policy
development and implementation, decision-making, communicating and motivating).
• Elements that need to be considered in classroom management (arranging the
environment, creating a positive climate, organising and conducting teaching, organising
learner activities, maintaining positive discipline, managing conflict, managing
homework, managing administration, managing parental involvement, managing
relationships, acting professionally, self-management and being knowledgeable about
legal provisions regulating the management of learners).
• Analysis of published research reports, legal documents and articles.
• Assuming roles and taking stances that are justified by pertinent reference to theory,
policy, legal provisions, observed practice and personal experience.
• Different strategies for engagement in policy and practice in diverse contexts.
• Democratic management of learning environments, ensuring safe as well as conducive
teaching and learning environments that foster creative and critical thinking.
• Disciplining learners in ways that are firm, fair and promote growth.
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