To help Rob Pattison, I would first observe in his classroom, even if it's just a short visit. The principal gave me good information about some of the problems happening in his classroom. However, I would like to see it first hand. By being able to see the class dynamic, I could better help Mr. Pattison. From the description, I gathered that Mr. Pattison does not have a very strong classroom management style or plan. Problems that should be handled as part of a classroom management plan are causing a chaotic environment. Another problem is Mr. Pattison's excessive use of sending students out of the classroom. This is a concern because the message it gives to students is that Mr. Pattison cannot manage them. It also puts a strain on the office staff. To begin, I would ask Mr. Pattison what he was doing for classroom management. I would like to get your perspective on how your classroom works. Maybe he has a management plan in place but it isn't working. I would also ask what he thought worked well in his room. Since so much of the conversation is focused on the things that are wrong, I think it's very important to focus on the positives as well. Robert's perception of class is as important as what is actually happening. As a teacher, Robert's perceptions influence how children see the classroom and how they act within that perception. I would like to ask questions that get to the heart of those perceptions. I would ask Robert if he thought he was doing something wrong. After observing the classroom, asking questions, and knowing Robert's perception of what was happening in the room, it would be time to help solve the steps for a better classroom. For a little g... middle of the paper... a difficult task Robert faces... introducing students to the new subject plan. Starting the plan earlier in the year would have made it easier. Now Robert has to present it to the students mid-year. Students are used to having control in the classroom. It is hoped that the new plan will shift the dynamic from anarchy to democracy. The final step is to put the procedures into practice. I believe these steps will be helpful to Robert because they will create structure in his classroom. From the description of his class, it seemed that lack of structure was the main problem Robert was facing. By creating that structure, it will allow Robert and his students to have a better year. Having established procedures and rules helps both the teacher and students know what to expect each day in class.