Rules 11-20

The next 10 rules that Clark outlines are a bit more traditional classroom rules. He talks about the importance of letting students know exactly what you expect of them. In doing this, students know exactly what you do and don't want and there is no room for gray area.

Rule #17: "When we are in transition from one subject to the other, the change will be swift, quiet, and orderly. We should be consistently able to turn from one book to another, complete with all homework and necessary materials, as quickly as possible. The opportune amount of time to spend in transition should be less than ten seconds, and we will work toward a goal of seven seconds." (Pg 60)

- Clark talks in this section about how he made transition time almost a game. He talks about with the short amount of time teachers have to get all the required work in, that teachers must utilize every minute. By assigning each child a role during transition time (shut the door, turn off the lights, grab the overhead etc.) it helps to save time and give students ownership in their classroom. This transition time is something that I think all teachers can work on. So often children moan and pull out their math or reading work book, go sharpen their pencils etc. making the day less productive. By creating this game or competition, students and teachers are more productive.

Rule #20: "While you are with a substitute teacher, you will obey the same rules that you follow when I am with you. (I know this is hard, but it is important)." (Pg 69)

- This rule is a common one and could be found on many teachers list of rules, however, what I enjoyed most about this section was Clark's comentary. He talked about when he was absent he would often times make a video of himself teaching and just have the subsitute pause and play the video. I thought this was such a creative and good idea. He said that he did this so that the day would be more productive and run more smooth. I really liked this idea and hope that one day I can incoperate it into my classroom!