Classroom management will always be one of the most important pieces of any classroom environment. Adding technology can make the job of management a little easier and a lot more fun.
ClassDojo is an online behavior reward system that can be used by teachers to reward points to students throughout the day. Some teachers leave the screen open all day on a projector for students to view. Students can earn and lose points individually or in groups, and all points show in the class total. Teachers can then decide what the points will earn students, whether it be special activities, privileges, or tangible items. Teachers can even share the students' points and class standing with parents or guardians and write individual notes for them.
Another option for conversing directly with parents regarding school events, class reminders, and student behavior is by creating a Remind account. A Remind account allows easy group texting or emailing with anyone added to your address book. Different groups can be created to make sending out reminders quick and efficient and free sign up only takes a few minutes!
Digital classroom management services work better when all students have access to computer or device. Many schools are moving toward the 1:1 initiative by providing every student with their own device for the school year and sometimes over the summer as well. When all students have full-time access to computers, no one is excluded from participation in activities due to a lack of materials. This puts each student on a more even playing field and gives every student the best chance for success.