In this article, you will learn...

• We as teachers need to change the traditional approach to classroom management to one that focuses less on the teacher’s rules and more on student’s role in the class.
• It is critical for students to understand that, first and foremost, their role is to actively pursue their own learning while respectfully, cooperatively, and collaboratively helping others actively pursue theirs.
• Three strategic learning practices can greatly help students achieve ownership of the academic climate and thereby elevate their academic achievement.