Harry recently published the 4th edition of the book this year. While reading, bear in mind that effective classroom management results in a smoothrunning classroom where learning can occur and teachers manage the classroom by being active in it. It is an exhaustive extension of unit c on classroom management in the first days of school. Effective teaching wong only if you dont have access to the video c. You will either win or lose your class on the first days of school. Internet archive contributor internet archive language. A large scale study found that every additional dollar spent on raising teacher quality netted greater student achievement gains than did any other use of school resources. Wong marjanyou are making a difference in the lives of students and in the world.
The following information is taken from wongs book. Wong, a former highschool science teacher in menlo park, california, is now one of the countrys leading speakers in the field of education. The subject of this video is on cooperative learning and culture. He lectures to educators and administrators around the world. To do this, they have formed their own publishing company, of which rosemary is the ceo. Apr 24, 20 harry wong describes how to have a well managed classroom. I can still remember the first time i watched his video. Harry wong, the first days of school the religion teacher. When effective teachers do use so called busywork, such as work sheets or playing videos, it is with the aim of teaching towards the criteria, not to preoccupy students. Wong is available as a series or as individual discs. Just as in national, ethnic or religious cultures, the. But most important, it works the new 4th edition includes updated research, photos, and more examples of howto along with an implementation dvd, using the first days of school featuring chelonnda seroyer.
The most important factor that must be established the very first week of school is consistency. Net for over years and the columns all have a distinctive style. The effective teacher knows how to design lessons to help students reach mastery. Wong, the most sought after speaker on teacher effectiveness, provides advice on academic instruction, management and teacher expectations. The single greatest effect on student achievement is the effectiveness of the teacher here they come, the next generation of teachers. Students like wellmanaged classes because no one yells at them, and learning takes place. Wong is an awardwinning teacher and new teacher advocate. The powerpoint gives teachers an overview of harry and rosemarys ideas on classroom management. The paramount goal of the first days of school foundation is to enhance the lives. The wellmanaged classroom continued continuing the year as an effective teacher procedures and routines facilitate classroom management.
Harry is a native of san francisco and is arguably the most soughtafter motivational. Wong are coauthors of the bestselling book the first days of school. Harry wong shows what effective teachers do to increase student achievement. Harry wong characteristics of an effective teacher the. Harry wong shared in the beginning of the video that good effective teachers do not cover subject matter.
He presents the research based information and techniques used by master teachers in an easy to implement format. A rule is a dare to be broken, whereas, a procedure is not. Procedures are a part of your life procedures are important in society so that people can function in an acceptable and organized manner. Wong, chapter 19 key idea effective teachers present their rules clearly and provide reasonable explanations of the need for them. Wong publications paperback in english papcdr edition. Every teacher and administrator needs to have a copy. Harry wong on classroom management, discipline, behaviour. Harry wong harry wong presents a proactive approach to classroom behavior management.
Harry is a native of san francisco and is arguably the most soughtafter motivational speaker in education today having given some 3000 presentations to over a million people. Harry and rosemary wong theories of classroom management. Having good classroom management helps your students have a good learning. Key points for notetaking duplex with lined note page d. Classroom management according to harry wongs the first days. Knows how to design lessons for student mastery the effective teacher. Effective record system harry wong says that teachers should be. They write about effective teachers, administrators, schools, and school districts featuring techniques that are immediately replicable and at no cost. Wong this article features schools and school districts with successful induction programs, all easily replicable. Wong is an author, a speaker, and a publisher on the subject of education.
Harry and rosemary wong according to the pragmatic classroom management theory, teachers need to have clear classroom procedures that are taught to students in the first few weeks of school in order to teach effectively. Rosemary and harry wong, both former classroom teachers, are the founders of this foundation. Rather, a procedure is a method or process for accomplishing things in the classroomfor example, what to do. The three characteristics of an effective teacher are. This is the most requested book for what works in the classroom for teacher and student success. The effective teacher video set presented by harry wong. Wong, chapter 18 consequences what the student chooses to accept if a rule is broken wong, chapter 19 rewards what the student receives for appropriate behavior. Wong describes schools as centers of culture where students learn from each other both academically and procedurally. How to be an effective teacher and the recently published the classroom management book.
Harry and rosemary wong have been writing columns for teachers. How to be an effective teacher, and learn the secret to your success in the classroom harry k. How to be an be an effective teacher how to be an be an effective teacher by harry wong can explain the district s, school s and department or grade level s curriculum realizes that teaching is not. The wellmanaged classroom 1 waterford teachers centre. Harry and rosemary wong are committed to developing effective teachers, one teacher at a time. Effective teachers spend a good deal of time during the first weeks of school introducing, teaching, modeling, and rehearsing procedures.
In the words of harry wong, football coaches prepare their first 10 to 20 plays. Used by new and veteran teachers, college instructors, and administrators, this is a beautifully designed book on classroom management, student achievement, and teacher effectiveness. A successful classroom is one in which the work is ready, the room is ready, and the teacher is ready. When the students enter class, they go right to work. There is only one way to improve student achievement harry. The effective teacher from the busy educators, printed with. Wong publications involved with charitable organizations i.
The first days of school, harry and rosemary wong b. He emphasizes the importance of the first day of school. It is easier to regain control of a class at the beginning of the year rather than after you have lost control. Implementation guide for the first days of school harry k. Effective teachers have a classroom management plan ready on the first day of school to structure and organize the classroom. The ultraeffective classroom management system for teachers.
How to be an effective teacher, and learn the secret to your success in the classroom. Ppt harry wong powerpoint presentation free to view. The theory focuses more on the success and behavior of the student compared to the needs. Harry wong says that an effective teachers classroom will. Harry and rosemary wong are classroom management theorists. Student focused program stresses the importance of consistency. Many educators are familiar with his work and rely on his strategy for. Listen as i interview harry wong on classroom manage. Several years ago, we were introduced to a unique and workable discussion system used when teachers, especially high school teachers, were viewing the video series. He said that mastery not coverage and that learning have to do with what the student accomplishes. Wong and the real meaning of classroom management meet harry k. Harry wong characteristics of an effective teacher the busy. If you are trying to become a more effective teacher, then there is no better book to turn to than harry wongs classic the first days of school.
Harry wong, the most sought after speaker on teacher effectiveness, teams for the first time with his wife, rosemary wong, as they present what it takes to transform a classroom, a school, and entire school system into a consistent learning environment. How to be an effective teacher the first days of school. Classroom management according to harry wong s the first days of school. Two hundred studies have shown that the only factor that can create student achievement is a knowledgeable, skillful teacher. To foster student involvement and cooperation in all classroom activities, the effective teacher plans a variety of activities that are appropriate for learning. It is easier to start each day with a quiet class rather than a noisy one. Effective teaching by harry and rosemary wong the problem is not discipline bob marlowe is typical of. Harry wong is a former high school teacher who went on to write several books related to education and classroom management. The followup implementation guide to harry and rosemary wongs presentation. What will prepare me for my first year of teaching. The classroom management book is what everyone has been waiting for. How to be an effective teacher 5th edition by harry k. This powerpoint is a great way to introduce your classroom procedures on the first day of school.
Wong thinks that teachers must first manage their classroom environment with procedures. The effective teacher from the busy educators, printed. According to harry wong, there is only one way to create good schools and that is with good teachers. There is only one way to improve student achievement. Wong has over 35 years experience in classroom teaching. Diana browning wright, effective strategies for successful teaching see harry k. Effective teachers and principalschildren deserve nothing less.
Wong publications, inc save up to 80% by choosing the etextbook option for isbn. Ppt harry wong powerpoint presentation free to view id. This was inspired by a harry wong professional development seminar i attended, and many of the ideas are adapted from the first day of school. Effective teachers spend the first two weeks teaching students to be in control of their own actions in a consistent classroom environment. He has authored over 30 publications, often coauthoring with his wife rosemary wong, which he did on his best known work, the first days of school. Description of the book how to be an effective and successful teacher. In the happy teacher habits, michael linsin guides you through 11 littleknown habits of the happiest, most effective teachers on earth. What we shared is that effective teachers create effective schools. A true tellall book whether youre a nervous neophyte facing your first day of school or a skilled veteran facing another first day of school, the first days of school. Classroom management according to harry wongs the first. Induction programs that keep new teachers teaching and improving harry k.