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Case: How would you physically arrange your classroom to promote student learning?
If you are asked this question in a job interview for a teaching position: What are some things you should avoid when responding to this question? What might be some important points to stress that would get the interviewer's attention? How would you respond to this question?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
Arranging the classroom is a very thorough topic. The layout should begin with the floor, which includes the desks, computers, center areas, and any other furniture in your classroom. These things should be set first because there are things, like computer wiring, that is not easy to move. Once these pieces are set, everything else can be worked around it. The desks should be placed in rows for the first day, because you do not know the dynamics of your students to place them in groups. It is also important to place things like pencil sharpeners, paper, and other supplies that students will need access to in a place that is easy to reach and not in a place that will cause distractions. The flow of the classroom should be set in a way that students will not get into trouble. Computer screens should always be visible to the teacher, and all students should be within the teacher's vision at all times. As far as the walls are concerned, bulletin boards are helpful but should not be overwhelming and distracting. Rules should be posted somewhere in the room, and other important information can be displayed at the teacher's discretion. All of these elements will help the teacher to run an effective classroom. |
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Rated On: April 18, 2013 7:35 pm |
Rated By: Ashley Dellane |
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Comments: Very detailed and thoughtful answer that covers many details that should definitely be considered. |
Rated On: April 19, 2013 1:12 am |
Rated By: uheZeN |
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Comments: good answer, great for an interview |
Rated On: October 15, 2014 4:45 am |
Rated By: ehaZeb |
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Comments: Love the point you made about placing the pencil sharpeners and student supplies in places that don't cause distractions. Any kind of movement around the classroom is easily distracting to students. |
Rated On: October 16, 2014 1:19 am |
Rated By: Kayla Campbell |
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Comments: Great solution. It takes into account all of the aspects of arranging the classroom |
Rated On: October 18, 2014 8:55 pm |
Rated By: Megan Lee |
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Comments: I think this is a very thorough and accurate way to set up the classroom. Once you become familiar with your students you can make necessary changes in seating arrangements but the classroom should always have a good flow. |
Rated On: October 19, 2014 1:49 pm |
Rated By: yjeNus |
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Comments: this plan is very detailed. |
Rated On: October 19, 2014 11:51 pm |
Rated By: Christie Gerlach |
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Comments: I agree with this response |
Rated On: October 20, 2014 3:27 am |
Rated By: Neyvis Mendoza |
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Comments: I agree with your solution and would explain how I would arrange my classroom the same way. |
Rated On: February 26, 2015 8:25 pm |
Rated By: uVataS |
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Comments: Absolutely. The classroom set up really does make a difference in student learning. |
Rated On: March 1, 2015 2:44 am |
Rated By: Ashley Noe |
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Comments: This is a good solution. I think classrooms should be organized and inviting. |
Rated On: March 1, 2015 6:03 am |
Rated By: vuDybe |
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Comments: If I were in this situation, I would do exactly this. This description of steps of setting up a classroom is very specific and will show your interviewer that you are organized and ready to go. |
Rated On: March 1, 2015 12:59 pm |
Rated By: Mariah Salas |
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Comments: I agree with this solution, making sure your layout is organized and promotes learning is really the most crucial thing when considering classroom layout. |
Rated On: March 1, 2015 6:29 pm |
Rated By: Charity Knowles |
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Comments: I believe the layout is important as well |
Rated On: March 2, 2015 3:32 am |
Rated By: meMeRa |
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Comments: This is a really helpful solution. I have often wondered about how teachers decide the arrangement of the students. |
Rated On: October 14, 2016 4:22 pm |
Rated By: etyWys |
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Comments: I think this is a great solution |
Rated On: July 7, 2019 9:29 pm |
Rated By: Brenda Perez Prieto |
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