Name of Course Course Code Credit Contact Hours Medium of Instruction Prerequisite Semester Learning Outcomes

Behaviour and Classroom Management (Pengurusan Bilik Darjah dan Tingkah Laku) EDU 3104 3 (3+0) 45 hours Bahasa Melayu/English Language Nil First/Second 1. Explain the concept of primary school classroom management 2. Apply various models of discipline management in the classroom 3. Analyse classroom disciplinary problems and select approaches to handle them 4. Analyse classroom management concerns regarding students with special needs 5. Perform teacher tasks and responsibilities in classroom management 6. Design a plan of an effective classroom management

Synopsis

This course discusses classroom management in primary schools, the roles of teachers in classroom management; models of discipline management; issues regarding discipline problems of students and management of special need students. Kursus ini membincangkan pengurusan bilik darjah sekolah rendah; peranan guru dalam mengurus bilik darjah; model-model pengurusan disiplin; masalah disiplin murid-murid dan pengurusan murid-murid berkeperluan khas

Topic 1.

Content Primary School Classroom Management Concept of classroom management Characteristics of an effective teacher in managing a classroom Personal qualities Teaching-learning competency Disposition and moral practices

Hours 4

2.

Role Of Teacher In Classroom Management Conducive learning environment - Physical environment - Psycho-social environment - Classroom rules and regulation - Classroom routines Management of classroom assessment Test and examination planning process

Test and examination administration

Managing students information resource record keeping of students personal information 5 Teacher-student relationship The significance of building teacherstudent relationship Factors influencing teacher-student relationship Strategies in building positive teacherstudent relationship Pastoral care Classroom dynamics 6

3.

Role Of Teacher In Classroom Management

4.

Management Of Classroom Discipline Concept of classroom discipline Models of classroom discipline and its application Behaviour Modification (Skinner) Assertive Discipline (Canter)

Logical Consequences (Dreikurs) Group Management (Kounin) Reality Therapy

5.

Disciplinary Problems And Problematic Behaviour (Misbehaviour)In The Classroom Types of disciplinary problems Problematic behaviour in the classroom Causes of disciplinary problems and problematic behaviour (misbehaviour)

6.

Management Of Disciplinary Problems In The Classroom Teachers Role and Action Hindrance in managing disciplinary problems Intervention in handling disciplinary problems Pastoral care Guidance and Counseling Behaviour modification techniques

7.

Classroom Management Of An Inclusive Classroom Dyslexia Autistic Late development Hyeractive (ADHD, ADD) Gifted

8.

Planning Of An Effective Classroom Management Preparation of an effective classroom management plan

Total Assessment Course work Examination Main References Charles,C.M. & Senter,G.W.(2005).Elementary classroom management.(4th ed.)Boston: Pearson Educational Ltd. Burden.P.(2003). Classroom management:Creating a successful learning community.New York:John Wiley & Sons. Weinstein,C.S. & Mignano, A.J.(2003).Elementary classroom management: Lessons from research and practice.(2nd ed).New York: McGraw Hill.

45 (50%) (50%)

Additional References

Arends, R.L. (2001). Learn to teach. (5th ed).Boston:McGraw Hill. Charles, C.M.(2001). Building Classroom Discipline. New York: Allyn and Bacon. Edwards,C.H.(2000). Classroom discipline and management. (3rd ed).New York: John Wiley & Sons. Good,T.L. & Brophy,J.E.(1997). Looking in classrooms.(7thed). New York:Addison-Wesley Educational Pub.Inc. Hardin,C.J.((2004). Effective classroom management:Models and strategies for todays classrooms.New Jersey: Pearson Educational Ltd. Myint Swe Khine, Lourdusamy,A., Quek, C. L. & Wong, F.L. (Eds).(2005).Classroom management. Singapore: Pearson Prentice Hall. Swanson,H.L.,Harris,K.R. & Graham,S.(Eds.)(2005).Handbook of learning disabilities.London:The Guiford Press. Wright,D.(2005).Theres no need to shout!:The primary teachers guide to successful behaviour management. London: Nelson Thornes Ltd.