Classroom management: nature and purpose. The classroom: its components and characteristics. Classroom management: styles, dimensions and principles. Management functions in the classroom. Classroom planning. Organisation: who does what? Effective leadership in the classroom. Controlling classroom events. Setting up your own classroom policy. Decision-making. Effective communication skills in the classroom. Motivating your pupils. Elements of the teaching-learning situation. Arranging the classroom environment. Creating a positive classroom climate. Organising and conducting instruction. Planning and preparation of lessons. Organising pupil activities. Maintaining discipline and dealing with disruptive behaviour. Conflict management. Handling teaching media effectively. Differentiated teaching. Homework. Classroom administration. Getting parents involved in classroom activities. Utilising time effectively. Create positive interpersonal relationships in your classroom. Manage yourself.