Happy classroom

 

"A teacher takes a hand ,opens a mind and touches a heart"

A happy classroom is every teacher’s dream. This can be achieved without compromising academic results and the personal growth of your students. So how do you balance happiness and learning?

Three things need to happen for a happy classroom to exist

1. Students must feel safe

• For a classroom to be safe, it should be under control. 
• A teacher needs to implement procedures/policies that promote physical, social, and emotional security. 
• Be firm but fair. 
• Allow students to have a say inside the classroom and listen to their sentiments.
•  Model the behavior you want to see from your students.

2. Students must feel Valued

• Get to know students as individuals.
• You need to develop a positive rapport with them if you want to have a happy classroom. 
• When a student misbehaves, try to talk to him/her in private. 
• Humiliating a student in public will only make things worse. 
• Students won’t care much about the lesson if they know that you’re not interested in them. 
• But once they realize that you care, they will be more willing to listen to what you have to say

3. Students must be Successful

• As a teacher, you must do everything you can to ensure that students succeed academically. 
• Incorporate technology and collaboration whenever appropriate. 
• In giving assignments, clearly communicate what your expectations are. 
• Provide constructive feedback if necessary. 
• Most importantly, don’t forget to celebrate successes.