8 steps to classroom management success : a guide for teachers of challenging students by Kapalka, George M instant download

8 steps to classroom management success : a guide for teachers of challenging students by Kapalka, George M instant download

xiii, 169 pages ; 26 cm, Based on sound psychological principles, this easy-to-read, jargon-free resource provides a systematic approach to helping students who have significant behavioral issues become positive, contributing learners, Includes bibliographical references, Introduction: Why do students misbehave? -- Prologue: Prepare yourself -- Step 1 : give effective single-action commands -- Step 2 : give effective warnings -- Step 3 : handle flare-ups and tantrums -- Step 4 : construct a behavioral contract -- Step 5 : manage transitions -- Step 6 : discourage interruptions -- Step 7 : improve behaviors in out-of-class settings -- Step 8 : develop an effective homework routine -- Conclusion: Maximize the improvement with additional techniques