Assignment 2: Scholarly Case Study Analysis

Purpose

This assignment allows you to apply foundational classroom management concepts to a real-world scenario. After completing the IRIS module and reading the Module 1 Research Brief, you will analyze the First Five Minutes case study through the lens of classroom climate, teacher decision-making, cultural responsiveness, and proactive management practices.

Required Readings Before Writing

IRIS Module: Classroom Behavior Management (Part 1)
Module 1 Research Brief: Building a Positive Classroom Climate (Whitfield, 2026)
Case Study: The First Five Minutes (provided in Canvas)

Instructions

Write a 500750 word scholarly analysis of the First Five Minutes case study.
Your response must address the following:

Identify key teacher actions and decisions made during the opening minutes of class.
Explain how those actions influenced classroom climate, student behavior, and predictability.
Apply concepts from the IRIS module, including:
- routines
- expectations
- tone
- relationships
- structure
- cultural considerations
Integrate ideas from the Module 1 Research Brief to explain how positive climate and proactive practices support student engagement.
Provide evidence-based recommendations for improving the teachers approach.
Use APA 7 formatting for in-text citations and the reference list.

Formatting Requirements

500750 words
APA 7 formatting
Double-spaced, Times New Roman 12 pt
References page included
Submit as a Word document or PDF

Submission Type

File Upload (DOCX or PDF)

Evaluation

This assignment will be graded using the Assignment 2 Rubric (attached in Canvas), assessing:

Understanding of IRIS concepts
Integration of research brief content
Depth of analysis and reflection
Application of evidence-based strategies
Professional writing quality and APA accuracy

Requirements: 500+ words

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Scholarly Case Study Analysis 1