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Introduction
Introduction
0:55
Organization
Organizing Your Classroom
4:35
Organizing Your Materials
7:21
Organizing Student Work
2:41
Lesson Planning and Curriculum
The Best Lessons for Middle Schoolers
5:45
Intermediate Lesson Ideas
5:02
Advanced Lesson Ideas
1:37
Classroom Management
How to Advocate for Yourself
How to Say 'No' to Extras
2:52
How to Rock Your Observation
2:04
Self-Care and Balance
Strategies for the School Day
3:35
Strategies for Outside of School
1:39
Conclusion
Conclusion
0:40
Unlock Certificate: 5 Questions
2 PD Hours
1 Explore ideas about how to organize your classroom, your supplies, and your curriculum
2 Discover strategies for classroom management that will help you run a calm, consistent classroom
3 Learn how to take care of yourself both inside and outside of the classroom to help make your first year go as smoothly as possible
It’s common for teachers to feel like they have no idea what they’re doing during their first year of teaching, but it doesn’t have to be that way! This Learning Pack will give you everything you need to help make your first year at the middle school level run as smoothly as possible. Learn how to organize efficiently, design your curriculum in a way that makes sense, create an effective classroom management plan and build meaningful relationships with your students.
Connected K-12 Art Educator Framework Competencies
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
10. Expectations
A. Creates and communicates clear expectations and consequences
B. Creates and communicates clear routines and procedures
11. Relationship Building
A. Builds rapport and positive relationships with students
B. Creates and maintains an environment of respect
12. Physical Space
C. Maintains the organization of supplies and student work
Jennifer Borel
Adjunct Graduate Instructor and Academic Advisor at AOEU and PRO Facilitator
Jennifer Borel is an adjunct graduate instructor and academic advisor at AOEU. She received her Bachelor of Art Education and a minor in Art History from the University of Kansas. She also has her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. When she’s not teaching courses and working with students, she enjoys spending time with her family. She loves photography, cooking, and traveling when she gets the chance.
Table Arrangements
Supply Inventory List
Supply Labels
Curriculum Unit- Middle School
Blank Curriculum Unit
Middle School Scope and Sequence
Rock Your Observation
Stay Happy and Healthy During Your First Year
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