How to Find Ways to Organize a Classroom Environment

There are many practical ways to organize a classroom environment. While looking to find ways to organize a classroom environment, remember that time, space and resources are all elements of the classroom needing organization. Thus, you'll want to find ways to organize the classroom environment in all these areas. Here is what you need and some tips on how to find ways to organize a classroom environment:

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Calendars
• Charts
• Organization containers
• Bookshelves

1. 
   Shelve Books

   Sort through the books and resources in the classroom, purging all that is not necessary. You will be able to find ways to organize the classroom environment better when there is less clutter. Make sure all books are organized, shelves are clean and clutter is nonexistent.

2. 
   Sort Items

   Make sure everything has a place. Find ways to organize the classroom environment by sorting items such as school supplies and project pieces by type and giving each type of item a place or home in the classroom. Once everything has a place, restoring order to the classroom will be simple.

3. 
   Use Calendars

   Post a wall calendar which can highlight important dates for the week, month, and year. Also include a daily schedule for the students' time within your classroom. It is important to organize time, the greatest resource, while you find ways to organize the classroom environment in general.

4. 
   Organize Desks

   Find ways to organize the classroom environment when it comes to the classroom furniture and accessories such as clocks, pictures, wall art and bulletin boards. Often, less is more. Too much visual stimulation is distracting for students, so make the classroom as uncluttered as possible.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask students for feedback. Find out what still needs to be improved in the classroom.
• Look for inexpensive storage solutions at Ikea and the Container Store to help you find ways to organize the classroom environment.

[angel920]

on 1/25/2009 Good advice. I work hard to keep my own classroom organized neatly. Things seem to work better that way. Thanks!