Classroom Management Tools

If you've ever been into an elementary classroom, you know that at times, it can be noisy and chaotic. During work time, that is not what we want our classrooms to look and sound like.

An app called Too Noisy and an online tool called Bouncy Balls are a great way to give students a visual of their noise level. The website or app can be projected onto a projector screen so students can easily see it. As they work, their noise level will be monitored using the tools.

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On the Too Noisy application, a noise-o-meter will rise if the noise level raises. The smiley face changes emotion based on the level so students are aware if it is acceptable or not.

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On the Bouncy Balls website, the balls begin to bounce higher and higher as the noise level raises.

At a young age, visuals are very helpful for students. Try these tools out in your classroom to help manage the noise!

Class Dojo

Class Dojo is a tool that allows teachers to reward and manage behavior in the classroom. There are also features to take attendance, view class results, and share reports with parents.

It is a free tool that can be accessed on a device or computer. It is available through Google Play and iTunes. 

Students and parents can log in to view only their specific child's results. Teachers have the ability to text daily reports to parents. Once parents are connected to Class Dojo, their child's reports will be automatically emailed to them each week.

Not only is this tool great for sharing information with parents, but it can also be used throughout the school day to communicate with the students. During a lesson, the teacher can have the application open and reward students positive or negative points based on their behavior. It gives the students an idea of the teacher's expectations without the teacher having to interrupt while teaching.

Try Class Dojo out in your classroom and let us know how you like it!