Establishing classroom routines early in the academic year is important for setting the tone of the classroom for the whole year.

How do teachers go about establishing classroom routines? Here are some suggestions in the videos below. You will also see teachers modeling the strategies. These videos are presented by Expeditionary Learning (EL Education).

Classroom management strategies: The first five minutes and the last 5 minutes of class

Classroom management strategies: Assigning classroom responsibilities

Supplementary resources

Back to School Teacher Tips  (16p)

American Federation of Teachers

Classroom Management Idea Book  (138P)

Peace Corps

Classroom Management Strategies for Difficult Students: Promoting Change through Relationships  (8p)

Beaty-O'Ferrall, Green & Hanna

Specific Classroom Management Strategies for the Middle/Secondary Education Classroom  (11p)

McFarland, K.P.

Ten Tips for Classroom Management: How to Improve Student Engagement and Build a Positive Climate for Learning and Discipline  (14p)

Edutopia

Source: The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC)