Think about the way Janelle began her class—by first taking roll and then handing back a set of papers. With respect to classroom management, which of the following is the best assessment of Janelle’s...

Think about the way Janelle began her class—by first taking roll and then handing back a set of papers. With respect to classroom management, which of the following is the best assessment of Janelle’s class beginning?

a. It was effective because she began taking roll just as the tardy bell finished ringing.

b. It was effective, because she immediately began handing the papers back as soon as she had finished taking roll.

c. It was ineffective, because she told Shiana to quickly take her seat as the bell was ringing.

d. It was ineffective, because the time spent taking roll and handing back papers allowed off-task behavior, such as Manny and Howard’s talking.