Roomcraft
Glossary
Classroom-craft terms used across Roomcraft lanes.
help queue
A visible, low-interruption system for requesting assistance in an order people can understand.
independent next step
A prepared action a learner can take before waiting for direct help.
learning station
A defined area, task, and material set designed for a small group or rotation.
materials captain
A rotating learner role that helps a group locate, distribute, and return supplies.
metacognition
Thinking about one’s own strategies, choices, understanding, and next actions.
minimum viable routine
The smallest version of a practice that preserves its learning purpose on a busy day.
noise floor
The agreed sound level that fits a specific kind of work.
opener
A short beginning activity that helps learners enter the day’s work.
peer feedback
Specific observations and suggestions offered by classmates to support revision.
priority sort
A method for ranking tasks using clear criteria rather than urgency alone.
reflection prompt
A focused question that helps learners notice process, evidence, or a next step.
rehearsal
Practice done before a performance or routine is expected to run independently.
reset move
A simple action used to restore clarity after a routine breaks down.
room map
A labeled guide to classroom zones, materials, and essential procedures.
rotation
A planned movement from one learning task or station to another.