| Description |
342 pages ; 27 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction : demands of today's classroom -- Ch. 1. Becoming a reflective practitioner -- Ch. 2. A multidimensional approach to classroom management -- Ch. 3. Building a democratic learning community -- Ch. 4. Keeping communication channels open -- Ch. 5. Managing a learning community : collaborative participation -- Ch. 6. Managing by rewards and consequences -- Ch. 7. Helping students develop as self-regulated learners -- Ch. 8. Conflict and stress management strategies -- Ch. 9. Managing students who exhibit more challenging and troubling behavior |
| Summary |
"This easy-to-read, practical book presents a broad theoretical background while focusing on the belief that effective classroom management goes beyond learning discrete skills. The text promotes a multi-dimensional perspective for managing classrooms while integrating the process of becoming a reflective practitioner, prompting prospective and inservice teachers to more successfully prepare to manage today's diverse classrooms. Highlighting a comprehensive range of strategies and philosophies, the text encourages alternative ways to support positive classroom behaviors. Its many exercises offer opportunity for skill development through reflection and self-questioning, emphasizing proactive ways of interacting with students to create and sustain a supportive learning community." --Pearson Education |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Reflective teaching.
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Classroom environment.
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Teacher-student relationships.
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Classroom management.
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| LC no. |
2004040114 |
| ISBN |
0205380883 |
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