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Largent, Mary; Largent, Patrick – Momentum, 1970
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Learning Processes, Teacher Role, Teaching Methods
Bimonte, Robert R. – Momentum, 1998
Explores the significant findings that have emerged from research about the human brain regarding the importance of creating a brain-compatible learning environment. Presents eight components of a brain-compatible learning environment: absence of threat, meaningful content, choices, adequate time, enriched environment, collaboration, immediate…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Processes, Elementary Education
Harvieux, Linda – Momentum, 1999
Describes the development of a safe, caring community in the classroom where students feel cared for, where they are able to learn, and where they learn to care for others. Describes the implementation of an assortment of community-building activities divided into two areas: establishment of rules and establishment of rituals and routines. (VWC)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Discipline, Student Attitudes
Johnson, Christopher – Momentum, 1993
Argues that students' self-esteem must come from within. Provides strategies to help teachers create a classroom environment that allows students to build their own self-esteem, including (1) encouraging instead of praising; (2) building self-reliance; (3) creating a positive atmosphere of belonging; (4) recognizing individuality; and (5) modeling…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education
Lomasney, Eileen – Momentum, 1996
Argues that classroom learning requires teachers who are keenly aware of everything that poetry and art bring to human existence, as well as an environment that is stimulating and peaceful. Describes elements of successful classroom environments. Suggests methods for teaching poetry and for inspiring students to create paintings. (AJL)
Descriptors: Art Education, Classroom Environment, Creative Activities, Creative Teaching
Jost, Jennifer Beasley – Momentum, 1996
Reviews the author's experiences as a high school art teacher on a Navajo Nation reservation in Arizona. Describes the reservation and characteristics of Navajo culture. Discusses efforts to adapt teaching strategies to the Navajo classroom and the instructor's experiences in getting to know students through art. (AJL)
Descriptors: Art Education, Catholic Schools, Classroom Environment, Cultural Influences
Shimabukuro, Gini – Momentum, 1998
Stresses the importance for Catholic school educators to reveal the Christian message through every gesture of behavior and foster an experiential faith in students' lives. States that this demands a great deal of skill, knowledge, and self-awareness on the teacher's part, and requires self-esteem, authentic caring, humility, and communication…
Descriptors: Catholic Educators, Catholics, Christianity, Classroom Environment
