My Ideal Classroom
Smart Board- The main use of the Smart Board is to act as a visual aid as it will be used to present presentation to the class and for students to participate in hands on activities.
Reading Center-The students well be given a certain amount of time to read and get up from theirs desks.The reading area is often used when the Smart Board is incorporated into a lesson and involves the students participation.
Cubbies- Provided to the students so that they can store their personal items in an organized manner.
Computers-Used for multiple purposes including organizing data by making spread sheets and charts, typing up word documents, and using the Internet.
Printer-The wireless printer is available so that the teacher and students can print out any projects/work they have from either a desktop computer or laptop.
Media Center- This table consists of laptops and iPads that can be used for educational and recreational purposes.
Mailboxes- Each student has their own mailbox which is used as a means of communication between the students, parents, and teacher as information is being sent home daily through this organized system.
Desks- The desks are set up in groups of 4, allowing for cooperative learning. As well, the desks are placed so that each student has a view of the chalkboard where most lessons will be presented.
Students' Supplies/Teacher's Storage- An area where extra supplies such as extra papers,markers,textbooks,workbooks, etc. are stored.
Teacher's Desk- The desk, located next to the teacher's storage so that the teacher can have easy access to their storage bin, is where the teacher can sit and do their work while the students are busy with an activity. It has all the necessary items such as a laptop,calendar,lesson plan, and grade book.
Chalkboard/ Display board- The chalkboard is placed in the front of the room so that all students can see what is being written on the board. As well, the display board is located in the from where it can be seen by everyone as it as important information posted on it such as upcoming events or assignments.