Artifact # 2
Classroom Bill of Rights Windsock: a display of classroom rules which the class as a whole has compiled
Context
This strategy was introduced in my Social Studies in Elementary Schools course during my pre-service training at Appalachian State University.
Impact
This activity introduces the concept of democracy in deciding on classroom discipline, and includes the students in the decision making process.
Alignment
In this activity, students will be asked for suggestions for classroom
rules at the beginning of the year. All suggestions should be taken
into consideration by the entire class. After discussing the merits
of each suggestion, 5-6 of the most important and applicable rules should
be adopted into the Classroom Bill of Rights, and displayed in the room.
This activity effectively and democratically includes the students in decisions
on how to maintain classroom discipline (INTASC
5).