gestion de classe
The English phrase 'classroom management' is translated into French as gestion de classe.
This phrase refers to the process of ensuring that classroom students behave and work effectively so that learning can take place.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of gestion (management) and de classe (of class).
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun gestion is feminine and is typically preceded by the definite article la when referring to the concept in a general sense, forming la gestion de classe.
Did you know?
- The word classe comes from the Latin classis, which originally referred to a fleet of ships or a division of the Roman people based on wealth.
- The word gestion is a close relative of the English word 'gesture'. Both derive from the Latin root for carrying or performing an action.
- While gestion de classe is the technical term, a French teacher might simply speak of tenir sa classe, which literally means 'holding one's class'.
Examples in context
- Le professeur doit veiller à une bonne gestion de la classe.The teacher must ensure proper classroom management.
- L'organisation de la salle de classe contribue à une meilleure gestion de la classe.The organization of the classroom contributes to better classroom management.
- Il est important d'assurer une bonne tenue de classe.It is important to maintain good classroom management.
- La gestion de classe est essentielle pour enseigner.Classroom management is essential for teaching.
- Il suit un cours sur la gestion de classe.He is taking a course on classroom management.
- Sa gestion de classe est exemplaire avec les élèves.His classroom management is exemplary with the students.
Example conversation
Two student teachers are discussing their training at a university.
- LéaEst-ce que tu as aimé ton cours sur la gestion de classe ?Did you like your course on classroom management?
- GabrielOui, c'est très utile pour mon futur métier.Yes, it is very useful for my future job.
- LéaJe pense aussi que la gestion de classe est primordiale.I also think that classroom management is paramount.
- GabrielAbsolument, sans cela, on ne peut pas travailler.Absolutely, without it, one cannot work.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries classe, de, gestion, CC BY-SA 4.0.
