If you haven't gotten around to reading Dr. Chris Haskell's "How to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse (or Your first Year of Teaching), please do! Today I read chapter 1, which covered goal setting and implores the reader to reflect on what kind of teaching atmosphere they would prefer to teach in. I have given great thought as to the kind of environment I want my students to learn in, and I have also considered that what ideas I may have, could very well not work out and need to be changed.
I certainly want my classroom to be inviting, and encourage positivity and intellectual growth. Besides what it feels like, it also needs to look the part (without being overly distracting). I had thoughts of a classroom constitution, motivational/inspirational quotes and posters, a playful surrounding with access to technology, and round tables so that the students can interact and participate in group activities together. These are just a few things I want in my class, and this list certainly doesn't cover the gamut of ideas that I have. However which way it turns out, I am exceptionally thrilled about planning for, and creating my classroom workspace.
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