Teacher Strategies In Managing The Classroom To Create A Conductive Classroom Atmosphere

Abstract

This study aims to describe teacher strategies for classroom management to create a conducive learning environment in an Islamic Elementary School (MI). The research approach used was descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The research subjects consisted of the principal, teachers, and several students. The results showed that teacher strategies for creating a conducive classroom atmosphere were implemented in several ways, namely: (1) creating positive habits such as encouraging applause, icebreakers, and pre-learning activities; (2) using engaging learning media such as videos and visual displays on classroom TV; (3) implementing rewards and praise to increase student motivation; (4) arranging seating according to student characteristics to better control interactions; and (5) implementing different approaches for lower and upper classes according to student characteristics.

The principal played a role in providing supervision, teacher training, and coaching on classroom management strategies. Meanwhile, students showed a positive response to interactive and enjoyable learning. Thus, varied, humanistic, and contextual classroom management strategies are able to increase focus, discipline, and active participation of students in MI.