TED 5311

California State University East Bay

College of Education and Allied Studies
Department of Teacher Education
Classroom Environment
Summer Quarter 2015
2 units
Instructor: Professor Loboschefsky
Class Location: Hayward Campus, Room AE-239
Class Schedule: Thursdays, 1:00 pm 3:50 pm (TED5311 Sect. 0830)
E-mail Address: rebecca.loboschefsky@csueastbay.edu
Instructors Website for this class: http://csuebted5311.weebly.com
Office Hours: By appointment only before or after class meeting
*Messages will be responded to within 24 hours, except on weekend when it may take up to 48 hours.
Required Reading
Because this course emphasizes practical strategies, techniques, and activities, the readings and assignments are
important background for class sessions and provide a theoretical framework for the course. They are critical to
achieving the objectives of the course, for enhancing class participation, and for contributing to a sense of
community in class. You are expected to bring your text and notes to class. Reference will be made to pages,
charts and graphics in the book. Reading related to the course assignments and activities for the week
scheduled should be completed prior to attending class.
Required Text
Wong, H. (2009). The First Days of School (4th ed.). Harry K Wong Publications
ISBN-13:978-0976423317

Recommended Text
Lemov, D. (2014). Teach Like a Champion 2.0: 62 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College
ISBN-13: 978-1118901854

Conceptual Framework Theme Statement

Preparing leaders committed to social justice and democracy
How this Course Connects with the Theme
This course prepares educational leaders who provide equal educational opportunities for students through
instruction aligned to state standards and sensitivity to students unique developmental needs.
Course Description
TED 5311 will provide strategies for a productive and positive classroom-learning environment, including
models of classroom management, crisis prevention, and an introduction to school law. The prerequisite is
admission to the multiple or single subject teaching credential program.

Course Objectives
Through active participation in this course, students will:
1. Compare and contrast specific classroom management models and select classroom management models
that are appropriate to specific settings;
2. Assess his/her own attitudes about classroom management and identify ways to apply and document
effective classroom management in his/her own classroom;
3. Utilize effective communication skills for students, families, and colleagues to support students
learning and emotional well-being;
4. Manage and respond to student conduct effectively in a variety of classroom activities, both in small
groups and as an entire class to build and foster a sense of community;
5. Promote a positive learning environment and foster mutual respect among students;
6. Use information obtained in this course as part of reflective practice in planning, implementing and
evaluating instruction.
Course Requirements
1. Class Attendance & Participation 5 points/class 35 points
a. Student has read and completed all assignment(s) material prior to class
b. Student is in attendance
c. Student participates in discussions, and individual and group activities
2. Assignments 35 points
a. First Day Checklist (includes Positive Expectations) 8 points
i. What Makes an Effective Teacher
ii. Poll: My Journey to Effectiveness (will take 2 times)
iii. Reflection Assignment on My Journey to Effectiveness-4 points
b. Behavior Management Plan 15 points
i. Procedures Assignment Part 1
ii. List of Suggestions in Response to Classroom Scenario
c. Welcome Letter -8 points
3. Lesson Plan / ESA Assignment total 30 points (10 points each) with a score of 2 or higher when
writing the reflection piece in response to the lesson plan on the rubric to pass the course.
a. Three part assignment:
i. Lesson Plan Guide (begin to write a lesson plan)
ii. Developing Step by Step Procedure with Visual Support (use PPTX Template)
iii. Reflection Assignment (ESA portion, relates to PACT Rubric H9 & H10, must score a 2
on both portions of the rubric)
Embedded Signature Assignments (ESAs) Part 3 of the Lesson Plan/ESA Assignment is not only a requirement for the
course but also a required assignment as a component of your credentialing requirements. There are two aspects to your
grade for this assignment. You must receive a minimum of 2 on all rubrics/ components of the rubrics (not average) to pass
the course. Additionally, the assignment includes point value points towards your final grade in the course. Despite your
cumulative grade in this course, you must receive a minimum of 2 in each of the rubric areas/ components (not average).
Failure to receive a minimum of 2 on all rubrics/ components of the rubrics (not average) will result in an assigned F grade in
this course and you will need to retake the course at a later date. A grade of Incomplete will not be assigned due to a score of
less than 2 in any of the rubrics/components (not average). This assignment will be due in the first half of the term allowing
for one resubmission. Guidance regarding resubmission will be provided during the professors regularly scheduled office

hours. You will be responsible to schedule a time to meet with your professor for guidance regarding resubmission, if desired.
Failure to submit on time or with an incomplete initial submission will not result in the allowance of a resubmission.

Grading
Course assignments/activities will be graded on a 100-pt scale: 100-95= A, 94-90=A-, 89-87=B+, 86-83=B,
82-80=B-, 79-77=C+, 76-73=C, 72-70=C-, below 70 the course must be repeated.
Course Assignments
1. Attendance & Participation:
Students are required to attend class, read assigned material, participate in discussions, and individual
and group work activities. If for some reason you are not able to attend a class due to an emergency,
please contact the instructor via email. Evidence of attendance will be taken at the beginning of the
class. If your time of tardiness or early departure for one or more meetings totals more than 90 minutes,
the course grade will be lowered by one level, e.g., from A to A-. If the time of tardiness or early
departure totals more than 180 minutes, the course grade will be lowered by two levels, e.g., from A to
B+.
2. Individual and Group Activities/Assignments:
Students in this course will work both individually and in groups to develop expertise in their own
practice for working with diverse groups of people. Particular emphasis will be placed on the unique
situational experiences of teachers and students in the urban context. Students will be expected to
complete the Prior Class requirements before each class session. All assignments must be brought to
class or submitted via Blackboard on or before the date they are due (or on specific digital tool site
specified for the assignment). NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED. In order to receive the full
5 points, students must arrive on time, be prepared for class discussions/activities, cooperatively work
within a group, and actively participate in class discussions. Make sure you have completed the Prior
Class requirements before to the class meeting so you are prepared to participate.
3. Lesson Plan
This is a culminating activity, which students will work on throughout the course. Students will prepare
a lesson (using the approved lesson plan template for the program), with all the routines, procedures,
rules and activities necessary to engage students with a particular content standard(s) at either their
appropriate level (elementary, middle or high school level). This will include your Embedded Signature
Assignment, which is centered around reflection, next steps and monitoring student progress on the
approved lesson plan template (H9 & H10 on the PACT Rubric). Combined 30 points total with a score
of 2 or higher when writing the reflection piece in response to the lesson plan on the rubric to pass the
course.
Logistical Note: All classes will begin on time; please be prompt. You are always welcome to bring snacks
and/or a light refreshment to enjoy in class. There will be one 15-minute break during each class session
from 2:30-2:45.

Course Reading and Assignment Schedule

DATE LESSON
Week 1 Topic: Effective
6/25
Teacher

Prior to Class

Read Chapters 1-6

Visit Instructor Website
Watch: Harry Wong Video Clip
http://youtu.be/u27OKWfLh6Y
What makes an Effective
Teacher? (Print out & Complete)
Complete Poll: My Journey to
Effectiveness (Print out &
Complete)

In Class

Assignment

Review:
-Course
Syllabus and
Assignments

-Procedures Assignment
Part 1 (Use What makes
an Effective Teacher as a
guide)

Discuss:
-What makes
an Effective
Teacher

DUE: On Edmodo by 6/29

-My Journey to
Effectiveness
-Procedures
Assignment
Pt1
-First Day
Checklist
Assignment
Week
Topic:
2 7/02* First Day of
(onSchool
line)

Read Chapters 7-13

Work On:
-First Day
Checklist
Assignment

-First Day Checklist

-Read Chapters
14-20

-Complete Survey
Assignment

-Read Typical
Class Scenario

DUE: On Edmodo by 7/6

-List of Suggestions to
Scenario

-Complete List
of Suggestions
to Scenario
Week
3 7/09

Topic:
Well Managed
Classroom

Review:
Feedback from Procedures
Assignment Pt 1
Behavior Management Plan
Assignment
Lesson Plan/ESA Assignment and
decide on content standards and
objective for lesson

Read Chapters 21-24

Discussion:
-Procedures
Assign. Pt 1

-Draft of Behavior
Management Plan

-Rough Draft of Lesson

-Typical Class
Plan Part 1 & Part 2
Scenario and list
of suggestions
DUE: On Edmodo by 7/13
to receive feedback (does
not include PPTX
Review:
-Behavior
Presentation just prepare
Management
in an outline form)
Plan (use

Procedures
Assign. Part 1 as
reference)
-Lesson
Plan/ESA
Assignment
Work on:
-Lesson Plan
ESA
Assignment Part
1 & Part 2
-Behavior
Management
Plan
Week
4 7/16

Topic:
Lesson Mastery

Read: Chapters 25-26

Review:

Week
5 7/23

Topic:
Lesson Mastery
(Part 2) &
Communication

PPTX Template for Part 2 of

Lesson Plan/ESA Assignment

Review:
Lesson Plan/ESA Assignment Part
3
PACT Rubric H9 & H10
Welcome Letter Assignment

Work On:
-Revisions of
Lesson Plan Part
1 & Part 2 (start
working on
PPTX for Part
2)

-Lesson Plan/ESA
Assignment Part 2
PowerPoint

-Revisions to
Behavior
Management
Plan Writing

-Presentations on 7/23

Procedure
PowerPoint
Presentations:
by each student

-Draft of Welcome Letter

DUE: Email link to

presentation/presentation
to Instructor by 7/21

DUE: On Edmodo by 7/27

Review:
Lesson
Plan/ESA
Assignment Part
3
Work On:
Welcome Letter
Lesson
Plan/ESA
Assignment Part
3
Week
6 7/30

Topic:
Complete (again):
Lesson Plan/ESA
Poll: My Journey to Effectiveness
Assignment
Reflection Assignment on My
Journey to Effectiveness
Continue working on Lesson
Plan/ESA Assignment Part 3

Work on (with
someone else to
get feedback):
-Behavior
Management
Plan
-First Day
Checklist

-Rough Draft of Lesson

Plan/ESA Assignment Part
3
DUE: on Edmodo by 8/3

-Welcome
Letter

(will receive feedback

from instructor based on
the PACT Rubric)

During that
time:
Meet with
instructor to go
over Lesson
Plan/ESA
Assignment Part
1-3
If time allows:
Look at EdTech
Tools for
Classroom
Management
Week
7 8/6*
(online)

Topic:
Final Turn-In

The Following Final Assignments Must be

Posted to Blackboard by 11:59 pm on
8/6/15.
First Day Checklist
Behavior Management Plan
Welcome Letter
Reflection on My Journey to
Effectiveness
Lesson Plan/ESA Assignments
Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3
Part 3 will be scored by 8/10/15.
If student does not score a 2 on
both H9 & H10 Rubric, will need
to make improvements/re-write
and re-submit by 8/14/15.

***Professor reserves the right to make revisions to the syllabus during this summer quarter.***