Blog Post Numero Uno!

My CT and I have kicked off to a great year! We get along very well and share many common ideas in the classroom. We have the same ideals for what is important and the different modes of strategies that may be used to accomplish tasks. When entering the classroom, I felt I had a good presence and ability to speak well to students but had this reoccurring thought of how I would manage out of place students. I am aware of how important management is in the class and the importance of being able to conduct issues properly. I found it extremely difficult to capture students' attention and keep their focus on the work at hand. Most times, I found myself repeating myself to the same student over and over when obviously, my management strategies were lacking. My CT does a great job in getting students' attention and keeping them on task. She is able to turn and get students' attention very quickly. I believe this is due to the great rules and procedures that have already been set. I can only dream (and practice of course) of the day when I will be able to manage my own classroom with confidence!