Slippery Rock University
Electronic Portfolio – Domain II: The Classroom Environment

DOMAIN II

The Classroom Environment

The Classroom Environment:

Teachers who excel consider each student individually--the student’s own interests, concerns, and intellectual potential. The components in this domain consist of many noninstructional interactions that occur in the classroom such as:

• Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport

• Establishing a Culture for Learning

• Managing Classroom Procedures

• Managing Student Behavior

• Organizing Physical Space

DOMAIN 2: THE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT

Description of Learning:

My experience in classroom environment includes being prepared for classes I’ve taught at Slippery Rock Area School District. Creating an environment of respect and rapport within the gymnasium is as important as any of the other classrooms. Students need to be respected, encouraged to do their best and be valued as a contributing member of society. The classroom shall model a culture for learning. Students will know their responsibility towards the classroom procedures, behavior and physical space.

The main classes taken within this domain include:

1. Human Growth and Development Psychology
2. Educational Psychology
3. Practical Introduction to Teaching Physical Education
4. Secondary Physical Education Teacher Education Methods
5. Assessment Strategies in Physical Education
6. Introduction to school Health education

Reflection:

I feel that I could improve in this area by bringing new elements into my environment that may engage student attention. I’ve always been over prepared and setup prior to classes. My classes are taught with a combined model of cognitive, affective and psychomotor learning. My classroom procedures and rules are going to be posted and available to everyone. I will use realistic management for student behavior along with encouraging students to have positive attitudes towards self-discipline. I will maintain a physical space that is organized, functional and fostering a safe and engaging learning environment.

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Plan of Action:

My plan of action will include learning the best ways to effectively engage the students in meaningful physical education classes. I will optimize my classroom environment to establish and maintain appropriate rapport with students as individuals. I will establish high expectations for individuals of varying abilities. I will plan to observe, monitor and record relevant student behaviors to manage student behavior more affectively. I will make my classroom the safest environment that it can be.

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Last Updated: October 13, 2008