The Classroom Management Secret Quotes

“A line of students can indicate: How much they respect their teacher. How much they respect each other. How well they follow directions. How ready they are to receive instruction. The amount of time spent on—or off—task in the classroom.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“Having different behavior expectations based on the importance of an activity doesn’t work because it sends a confusing message to students.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“smiling is a powerful classroom management strategy you should begin using the first day of school.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“It is creating a classroom your students love being part of combined with an unwavering commitment to accountability.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“When you let things go, even seemingly innocent behaviors, it nudges a tiny speck of a snowball down a steep and bottomless hill. And the farther it gets down the hill, the more difficult it is to push it back up to the top.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“Establish a peaceful pace to your classroom by speaking calmly but firmly, taking your time, pausing often, and never moving on until you get exactly what you want from your new students.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“When you smile on the first day of school, it makes your non-negotiable classroom management plan and the realization that a lot is expected go down easier.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class

“smile is a subtle message that kindness and politeness are expected in your classroom.”
― Michael Linsin, The Classroom Management Secret: And 45 Other Keys to a Well-Behaved Class