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Homework: Developmentally-Effective Learning Environments
Classroom-Management Models and Theories
Many theorists and curricular approaches support a rich environment as a foundation for learning, but the definition and characteristics of a rich environment vary. Many of our ideas about classroom management stem from theories, and although many of these theories share some commonalities, they also integrate distinct beliefs and practices. In this homework, you will make a distinction between a variety of theorists and their classroom-management approaches. Doing so may help you determine what approach(es) you may adopt when you have your own classroom.
Complete Parts I and II of this homework using the provided instructions.
Part I: Classroom-Management Models and Theories Chart
Complete the chart below by providing the following information for each theory and its corresponding theorist (if applicable):
1) Key Points: Describe each theory's key points.
2) Strengths: Identify the key points' strengths related to addressing classroom-management issues in an early childhood setting.
3) Weaknesses/Challenges: Identify the key points' weaknesses or challenges related to addressing classroom-management issues in an early childhood setting.
4) Application: Provide at least 1 specific application of each theory's principles to classroom-management issues in an early childhood setting.
• Theorist or Theory
• Describe Key Points
• Identify Strengths
• Identify Strengths
• Provide Specific Application(s)
• High Scope Approach (Jean Piaget)
• Tools of the Mind Approach
• (Lev Vygotsky)
• Montessori Approach
• (Maria Montessori)
• Reggio Emilia Approach
• (Loris Malaguzzi)
• Waldorf Approach
• (Rudolph Steiner)
• ASCD'S Whole Child Initiative
• Behaviorist Theory
• MaturationistTheory
• Constructivist Theory
• High Scope Approach (Jean Piaget)
Part II: Reflection
Write a minimum 175-word response in which you:
1) Identify and explain which theory you most connect with.
2) Describe how your idea or definition of classroom management has evolved.