Management of Class Dynamics

Course Description

The purpose of studying classroom dynamics is to learn how to set up a positive classroom atmosphere where learners feel comfortable learning and communicating with other learners and with the teacher. The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of learning and development in groups, and of the dynamics involved in this. Learners will understand the use of different management methods necessary to involve learners within groups in the learning and development process.

Course Objectives

The purpose of studying classroom dynamics is to learn how to set up a positive classroom atmosphere where learners feel comfortable learning and communicating with other learners and with the teacher. The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of learning and development in groups, and of the dynamics involved in this. Learners will understand the use of different management methods necessary to involve learners within groups in the learning and development process.

Key Topics

1. LO1: Understand the principles and practices of managing class dynamics.
2. LO2: Understand how to manage group learning environments.
3. LO3: Understand how to manage learning in groups to comply with requirements.
4. LO4: Understand how to assess the classroom dynamics.

Course Outline

Learning Outcomes

1. LO1 Understand the principles and practices of managing class dynamics.
2. 1.1 Analyse the characteristics of group environments that facilitate learning and development.
3. 1.2 Evaluate strategies to manage group dynamics.
4. 1.3 Describe ways to involve learners in the management of their own learning and development in groups.
5. 1.4 Explain how to manage barriers to individual learning in groups.
6. LO2 Understand how to manage group learning environments.
7. 2.1 Examine the impact of class dynamics on learning.
8. 2.2 Explain how to facilitate collaboration and learning between group members.
9. 2.3 Explain how to use motivational approaches to engage group learning.
10. 2.4 Evaluate behaviour management solutions utilised in class.
11. LO3 Understand how to manage learning in groups to comply with requirements.
12. 3.1 Explain how to support learner’s rights in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion.
13. 3.2 Describe how to minimise risks to the security, safety, health, and wellbeing of learners in groups.
14. 3.3 Explain how to manage confidentiality in relation to group information exchange.
15. 3.4 Explain how to maintain records in accordance with legislatory and organisational procedures.
16. LO4 Understand how to assess the classroom dynamics.
17. 4.1 Explain the tools that can be used to assess classroom dynamics.
18. 4.2 Explain how to use peer observation, learner feedback and recordings.