Heather's EDU 614 blog

Here is my growth chart . It was, and always will be, a work in progress!

In a kindergarten classroom where children are still learning how to regulate their emotions and behaviors, classroom management is likely the most important thing to focus on for the year. Of course, academic lessons must be taught as the foundations of education are being laid, but if the class is out of control, no learning will take place at all.  In my research and experience, I've found that the keys to successful kindergarten management are routines and clear expectations. When integrating technology, I believe it can be most effectively used when it comes to routines. Have a routine that students can expect to follow every day (barring special events) can really have a positive effect on the overall classroom behavior. There are many ways to involve technology into your kindergarten routine, and I'm going to share a few of my favorites. One is for transitions and the other two are for movement/brain breaks (which are an essential part of the daily routine).