Classroom management: What ELT students expect

Abstract

This study examined the expectations of 88 current English Language Teaching students at the European University of Lefke in the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus in regards to their expectations of effective classroom management. The students were given questionnaires which consisted of 20 questions relating to various styles and methods of management techniques – including intrinsic and extrinsic characteristics - which are commonly witnessed in the classroom. Participation was voluntary. Surprisingly, the results showed that classroom management is just as important to students as it is to teachers. The authors believe that this information can be used to help teachers become more effective classroom managers while at the same time give future educators guidance as they prepare for their own careers.