Evaluation of the Opinions of Teachers Working in Different Branches on How Effective Classroom Management Should Be

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the opinions of different branch teachers on how effective classroom management should be. In the study group of the research, face-to-face interview technique was used with 20 different branch teachers working within the Gaziantep Provincial Directorate of National Education and on a voluntary basis. In the research, the interview method, which is one of the qualitative research methods, was used and the data obtained was analyzed by the content analysis method. As a result of the research, teachers for effective classroom management; They stated that classroom discipline should be maintained and one should be open to innovation and development. In addition, it has been stated that creating a democratic and free environment, ensuring cooperation with students and involving students in the decision-making process will contribute to effective classroom management. In the classroom environment of the teachers participating in the research; It has been determined that increasing the student's motivation, focusing on the use of equipment and planning the lesson will increase success. In addition, it was concluded that teachers' following innovations in their fields, improving themselves and having effective communication skills will create a positive classroom environment.